DigiBUILD’s final event celebrates three years of innovation in the digitalisation of the building sector and pass the torch to DEDALUS, which will build on its legacy to advance smarter, greener, and more connected infrastructures across Europe.

The final event of the Horizon Europe project DigiBUILD, one of the DEDALUS sister projects, is approaching and will take place on Tuesday, 20 May 2025 in London and online. This full-day hybrid event will mark the culmination of three years of research and innovation aimed at accelerating the digital transformation of the building sector.

From AI-based tools to data-driven services and digital twin solutions, DigiBUILD has developed a comprehensive suite of technologies to improve building performance, enable evidence-based policymaking, and support end-users in managing infrastructures more efficiently.

Highlights of the event include:

• A presentation of DigiBUILD’s core results and technological breakthroughs
• Live demonstrations and insights from real-world pilot sites across Europe
• A discussion on policy and market uptake
• A guided tour of the UCL demonstration site

“DigiBUILD has demonstrated the power of data collection, data pre-processing and data-driven services, including the adoption of digital twins, as well as the importance of co-creation and co-design in the process of boosting energy efficiency in buildings.
Its innovative tools and open standards now serve as a foundation for the ongoing DEDALUS project that continues the mission of smarter, greener construction, better integrated with the energy grids through the Demand Response mechanism. This marks a key step forward in the EU’s digital and sustainable transformation of the built environment”, stated Diego Arnone – coordinator of DigiBUILD and DEDALUS.

The event will bring together researchers, industry stakeholders, public authorities, and policymakers to reflect on the project’s outcomes and discuss the road ahead for smart, sustainable, and inclusive buildings.

For more information and find out the agenda, click here.

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In October DEDALUS and its sister project DigiBUILD participated in a dedicated session within a joint workshop organised by Smart Energy Cluster during ENLIT 2024. It focused on the development of technologies to improve the life quality of building residents in the respective pilots and the central role of the people to accelerate the energy transition.

During the joint workshop titled “Unlocking the Power of Smart Energy: A New Era in Efficiency, Flexibility, and Innovation”, organised by the Smart Energy Cluster at ENLIT 2024, the projects DEDALUS and DigiBUILD captivated the attention of industry experts and the general audience with their innovative solutions. Both projects showed how the integration of advanced technologies, data, and direct end-user involvement can revolutionise energy management and building operations, accelerating the transition toward sustainable and resilient models.

DEDALUS, presented by Diego Arnone from Engineering I.I. Spa as the project coordinator, provided an overview of how data-driven tools can transform the residential sector into a driver of energy flexibility. The coordinator focused on using cutting-edge technologies, such as Digital Twins and predictive analytics, to optimise energy consumption and enhance residential comfort.

Through its seven pilot projects in various European countries, DEDALUS is demonstrating how complex challenges can be addressed through tailored solutions. From demand response programs that balance energy consumption with comfort in senior residences to the smart management of energy communities, each pilot highlights the pivotal role of end-users. A key takeaway from the session was the importance of maintaining a continuous dialogue with residents when co-designing solutions that not only improve efficiency but also cater to people’s daily needs and overall well-being.

Similarly, DigiBUILD, represented by Elissaios Sarmas from NTUA as the scientific coordinator, presented a complementary approach focusing on digitalisation to enhance energy management and ensure greater climate resilience in buildings.
The AI-driven services developed by DigiBUILD not only enable the monitoring and forecasting of energy consumption but also provide practical tools to improve comfort and sustainability in living spaces. DigiBUILD’s digital twins are designed to integrate real-time data and offer personalised solutions for building managers, making operational management more efficient and transparent.
The project is further distinguished by its focus on comfort performance contracts, a model that guarantees energy efficiency and comfort at predetermined cost, meeting the expectations of a wide range of stakeholders, from building managers to residents themselves.

Both projects highlighted the central role of end-user engagement in the success of their initiatives. Active participation from residents, occupants, and local stakeholders was not merely encouraged but fully integrated into the design and implementation processes. From nudging programs that foster virtuous behaviours through incentives and intuitive apps to co-creation methodologies and workshops with citizens, DEDALUS and DigiBUILD have demonstrated that meaningful change cannot occur without the full support and awareness of end-users.

The other sessions in the workshop featured several projects from the cluster, each bringing a specific perspective that enriched the discussion. The InEExS project explored the use of blockchain to tokenise energy-saving data and improve models for integrated energy services. FORTESIE talked about advanced energy retrofit solutions and EPC (Energy Performance Contract) packages integrated with digital technologies. EU-MORE analysed the importance of accelerating the replacement of electric motors to reduce industrial energy consumption. RESCHOOL showcased tools for engaging energy communities through gamification and active demand management. Lastly, RESONANCE discussed the role of customer energy managers and solutions for aggregating flexibility across multi-sectoral contexts.

The variety of contributions underscored the relevance of the Smart Energy Cluster as a platform for dialogue and exchange. The diverse and yet complementary approaches that were presented offered a broader perspective on the opportunities and complexities of building a more sustainable energy future.

(Photo Credits: Fondazione ICONS)

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DEDALUS, BuildON, DigiBuild, PROBONO, and TwinEU projects join forces to contribute to the energy efficiency of the building sector in Europe.

“Unity creates strength”.

This principle, applicable to every area of our life, is well understood by the Dedalus, BuildOn, DigiBUILD, PROBONO, and TwinEU projects, which have joined forces to promote an energy-efficient and sustainable building sector in Europe.

These four projects will organize joint events and communication campaigns, and mutually promote each other’s results and achievements. The aim is to create a stronger impact on society and facilitate the uptake of the project findings and innovations.

Dedalus, BuildOn, DigiBUILD, PROBONO, and TwinEU are funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under these number of grant agreements, respectively: 101103998, 101069658, 101069658, 101037075, and 101007319.

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