BIM4REN is developing a set of easy-to-use tools & services in the same common Open Environment for an agile, adaptable and fast renovation process that can be used in real, everyday projects.
Today’s construction professionals, and...
The retail sector has many energy challenges, including balancing sustainability with comfort for customers and employees. Lighting, temperature and spaces are all designed to the nearest millimetre to provide a good shopping experience,...
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RenOnBill Final conference: implementing on-bill schemes for upscaling energy renovation in the EU
The RenOnBill final conference closes three years of achievement and results in the field of innovative financing schemes for energy renovation of residential buildings. The programme tells the story of this H2020 research and innovation...
This event took place on 5th April 2022. Watch it here.
The internal air quality self-assessment tool has been developed within the QAES project ("Air Quality in School Buildings", ID n.613474, Cooperation program V-A Interreg ITALY-SWITZERLAND 2014-2020) by researchers from Eurac Research in...
The first part of the EU Taxonomy, on Climate Change Mitigation & Adaptation, entered into force on 1 January 2022 and aims to provide a common language on what economic activities can be labelled as ‘sustainable’. Investments going...
This event took place on 22nd March 2022. Watch it here.
The Energy Efficiency First Principle is a key pillar of the European Green Deal. A prerequisite for its widespread application is to secure financing for energy efficiency investments.
This presentation discusses the contribution of...
This webinar took place on 18th January 2022. Watch it here.
Earlier studies realised by BECoop, a project funded by the Horizon 2020 programme, showed that the knowledge and acceptance of biofuel varies from region to region in Europe, making it an untapped source of renewable energy compared to...
We are happy to announce the recording of the Final webinar is available on the website of the project.
Watch it to find out about the project and its achievements.
Information about the project: The SCORES project is a research...
CULTURAL-E project is developing the European Climate and Cultural Atlas for Plus Energy Building Design (2CAP-Energy Atlas) to share the knowledge and results developed in the project with designers, policy makers and researchers.
A...
This calculator was developed by Prof. Jarek Kurnitski and the REHVA COVID-19 Task Force for specialists with at least a minimum understanding of ventilation and air distribution.
The tool is available for download for experts who have...
The SCORES project celebrated its final event, dealing with "Hybrid domestic energy systems of the future".
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10:00 - 10:05: Introduction to the webinar (FENIX TNT)
10:05 - 10:15: Introduction to the project, goals, challenges (TNO...
This event took place the 17th February 2022, 10h00-12h00 CET. Watch it here.
While bioenergy holds, in practice, the highest potential for replacing fossil fuelled heat and remains a leading technology in the EU renewable energy heating sector, there is a significantly untapped market uptake potential for it....
The evaluation of energy efficiency interventions is affected by numerous parameters and variables and most of them are uncertain. On the other hand, most of the analyses do not include the estimation of the risk connected with the energy...
This event took place on 17th January 2022 at 15.00H CET. Watch it here.
Participate in the EUROPA Mentoring Programme to learn from experienced peers how to push deep renovations focusing on private residential buildings. Through a multi-step learning process, groups of peers will have the opportunity to learn...
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Level(s) Calculator
For those already using Level(s), the Calculation and Assessment Tool (CAT) makes it easier to complete your sustainability performance assessments.
The Calculation and Assessment Tool (CAT) for Level(s) can support you during different...
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Level(s) provides a common language creating a shared understanding of sustainability performance in buildings. It is a simple entry point for applying circular economy principles in our built environment. The modules in...
Buildings in Europe are not usually prepared to face major earthquakes. There is a strong need to improve buildings’ safety in this regard, thus saving lives. How can we improve seismic safety in the housing sector? What technologies are...
On September 28th, experts met online to discuss the status of Plus Energy Buildings and Neighbourhoods in the EU and identify the barriers and opportunities for their full implementation across the European Union.
The workshop brought...
The main goal of EnDurCrete Project is to develop a new cost-effective sustainable reinforced concrete for long lasting and added value applications. The concept is based on the integration of novel low-clinker cement including high-value...
This event took place the 10th November 2021, 11h00-13h00 CEST. Watch it here.
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The next generation Energy Performance Certificates: making buildings fit for the energy transition
In October 2021 with the EPBD revision close to the official adoption by EC services (Fit for 55 package part 2 planned for December 2021) insights and stateof-the-art information about the European Energy Performance Certification Schemes...
The event took place the 14 October 2021, 12h00-13h30 CEST). Watch it here.