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Transformation of the Construction Sector in Slovakia towards Carbon Neutrality – Identification of Problems, Barriers and Recommendations

This analysis by EUKI project ClimArchiNet summarises the findings and experience gained in the course of the project and highlights the problems and challenges of sustainable construction in the Slovak Republic. Recommendations and innovative solutions to help the construction sector contribute to the (Slovak) goal of carbon neutrality by 2050 are also given.

ClimArchiNet – Climate Architects Network

The project “ClimArchiNet” brings together actors in the construction sector to identify barriers to sustainability and solutions including innovative design via workshops and conferences.

Strategy document / outputs of the ClimArchi.Net project Czech Republic

A summary of the main findings and recommendations of the Project Expert Group for architects, professional chambers, public procurers and state administration. For more information about the Czech project activities visit the Sustainable Architecture Information Platform.

Dr. Jürgen Schnieders / Development of Energy Efficient Buildings

As part of the ClimArchiNet project, Dr. Jürgen Schnieders’ presented the video “The development of energy-efficient buildings and their impact on the climate” during Passive House Centre’s International Conference “Connecting Buildings & Sustainability” on 30 November 2021.

Prof. Wolfgang Feist / The “Father” of the Passive House Idea

As part of the ClimArchiNet project, The “Father” of the Passive House Idea Prof. Wolfgang Feist presented goals that focused on decarboniziation of the building sector at the International Conference “Connecting Buildings & Sustainability” which took place on 30 November 2021.

ClimArchiTrip / Six Pieces of Experience from Berlin

As part of the ClimArchiNet project in Czech Republic, in cooperation with the Technical University of Berlin, we prepared a 3-day study trip for a group of 24 experts from the Czech Republic visiting inspiring buildings with professional guides and an interpreter into Czech. The aim of this trip was to present 6 examples of current construction projects in Berlin.

ClimArchiTrip – Sustainable Architecture in Austria

The ClimArchiNet EUKI project is coming to an end. On a final study tour, participants had the chance to discover sustainable architecture in Vienna.

ClimArchiNet: How to transform cities and regions towards carbon neutrality?

On 22nd March 2022, EUKI Project ClimArchiNet invited local governments to the 2nd Round Table to discuss how cites and urban regions can achieve climate neutrality. The event was organized by the Institute for Passive House in cooperation with the Union of Slovak Cities.