Researchers make recommendations for schools of the future
We need to think more about the interaction between architecture, pedagogy and different forms of learning when we plan new schools, researchers say.
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Energy consumption cut by 30 percent – without expensive upgrades
Tests show that it is possible to cut up to 33 percent of energy consumption using smart heating controllers. The system is based on multiple factors, including future electricity prices and weather data.
Green and compact is the recipe for climate-friendly cities
How climate-friendly is the urban development in your municipality? A new tool helps planners compare alternatives.
Projects
Recirculate IT
The project aims to change the way buildings manage energy consumption through innovative sensor-based control of ventilation systems.
CO2Value
The CO2Value project transforms CO2 emissions from industrial sources into sustainable feed ingredients, advancing carbon capture and utilization technology, supporting carbon management, and enhancing aquaculture sustainability within a circular...
Implementation of Fault Detection and Diagnosis Systems in Commercial Buildings
The project aims at generating and curating a high-quality dataset for air handling unit operation with emulated faults to develop fault detection and diagnosis solutions.
Sum4Re - Creating material banks from digital urban mining
A comprehensive approach to creating materials banks from the built environment
HeriTACE
A transdisciplinary project addressing the deep energy renovation of heritage buildings.
Shape ll
The Affordable Housing Initiative European Partnership
