From research to action: Facilitating the shift to regenerative built environment with enabling tools

Climate change is a critical global challenge and the contribution of the built environment to global greenhouse gas emissions is substantial. Therefore, fostering the decarbonization of buildings is essential for climate mitigation. However, reducing their impact is complex due to long lifespans, outdated construction practices, a gap between research and industry, and uncertainties in future economic, technological, and climatic conditions.
Important aspects of research in this field are the renovation of existing buildings with low-carbon strategies and the use of photovoltaics (PV). Life cycle assessment (LCA) provides insights into the environmental impacts of renovation approaches, identifying the most influential factors in reducing emissions over time. The integration of PV systems further supports carbon neutrality addressing material efficiency, energy, and carbon payback time to optimize deployment. Most importantly, the effective dissemination of scientific findings to implementation partners and practitioners is essential to bridge the gap between research and industry.
In this seminar, Dr. Alina Galimshina will discuss design-integrated tools and web-based platforms developed to facilitate knowledge transfer, enabling practitioners to implement low-carbon solutions. Strengthening the connection between research and real-world application ensures that sustainable building strategies will contribute meaningfully to climate change mitigation.