Energy communities: a powerful yet overlooked tool in fighting energy poverty
Energy communities, vital for affordable energy access in low-income areas, face challenges despite EU directives favouring decentralised systems.
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The ASHVIN digital twin system builds a more productive, sustainable and safe future
Researchers and engineers have participated in developing and testing a novel digital twin system in over 20 European construction and maintenance sites. They predict integrating digital twin assistants into the routine work processes of construction projects and asset maintenance will become commonplace within five years.
Natalia Cediel Contreras
Plant-based technologies for smart windows
Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin have developed novel sustainable electrochromic materials and devices with excellent properties for smart windows.
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Why do we need a circular built environment?
The built environment is becoming less and less sustainable. Good practices are already in place but more needs to be done by using circular economy approaches.
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The challenging but essential transition to circularity
The transition to a circular economy, also in the construction sector, which is essential to achieve the goal of zero emissions, requires a rapid paradigm shift.
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Shape Energy Retrofitting Education: Join SHERLOCK VET Survey!
SHERLOCK invites VET professors and students in energy retrofitting to complete a survey, shaping short courses to meet learner needs.
Evdokia Bairampa Sice
Addressing the environmental impact of concrete production
Concrete production poses environmental challenges, requiring innovative solutions for sustainability.
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Circular building: transforming waste into wealth
Circular buildings optimise resource use, minimise waste, and offer benefits such as decarbonisation and increased resilience.
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Reflections on UPGREAT’s Educational Activities
The drive towards energy-efficient building practices, exemplified by initiatives like the EUKI project UPGREAT, underscores the pivotal role of education and training.
Vasileios Ntouros
An 'All-stars' team to drive affordability and sustainability of homes for the local community
A group of college students nicknamed 'All-Stars' is set to collaborate with local communities on Cape Cod to tackle issues of affordable, sustainable, and climate-resilient housing.
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