This report presents the findings and the conclusions emerging from the data collection and their analysis in relation to the Impact Assessment of the CPR. Since the study aims to provide an assessment of the policy options in preparation of a possible Commission proposal, this report follows th...
This study provides the basis for the development of an EU framework for Digital Building Logbooks. The definition of Digital Building Logbook has been created as part of this study, based on a thorough stakeholder consultation, interviews with experts and detailed analysis of 40 existing Buildi...
The research project EFIResources: Resource Efficient Construction towards Sustainable Design supports European policies related to the efficient use of resources in construction. Its major goal is the development of a performance based approach for sustainable design, enabling to assess the res...
The seismic and energy retrofitting of existing European buildings with innovative materials is addressed in this report. The need for retrofitting of old buildings emanates from their substandard design in terms of both earthquake resistance and thermal insulation. This is revealed during stron...