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Skills in Europe’s construction and building sector: New developments in the EU policy framework
The construction and building sector faces both the challenges and opportunities of the green and digital transitions. Young and senior workers and professionals alike need to acquire new skills and competences to prepare for the jobs of the future. This article provides an update on EU policies and financial schemes supporting skills acquisition, upskilling and reskilling in the construction and building sector.
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Analysis of building stock and typologies definition
The report titled 'Building typology: Analysis of the building stock and typologies definition' provides a comprehensive overview of the FuturHist project, which aims to develop typology-based strategies for the energy-efficient retrofitting of historic buildings.
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Skills development in Europe's construction and building sector
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Calls for the LIFE programme 2025
The LIFE programme, the EU's funding instrument for environment and climate action, is gearing up for its 2025 calls for proposals, set to be published on 24 April.
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GlobalABC sessions during the Energy Efficiency Day. Photo by BMWK / Anja Blumentritt
Buildings: Their critical role in climate action
The Partnership for Energy Efficiency in Buildings (PEEB) showcased investment strategies for sustainable buildings at the first Energy Efficiency Day in Berlin, hosted during the Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue.
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New study assesses real-world energy efficiency of heat pumps in residential buildings
Heat pumps are becoming more common in our homes, and it’s key to ensure their correct performance. A landmark study of over 1,000 heat pumps highlights the performance shortfalls and sizing issues that construction professionals must address to ensure energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness in residential buildings.
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