Tag: Energy Efficiency
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Twenty Years On, Dublin’s Wooden Eco Apartments Bloom
Twenty Years On: Dublin’s Wooden Eco Apartments Bloom Two decades after Dublin embraced timber-built living, the city’s eco-friendly apartments remain a model of sustainable urban design. The eight residential units tucked off Pleasants Street and near Camden Street helped pioneer modern timber construction, pairing natural materials with energy-efficient systems to create a home that feels…
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MaPrimeRénov’ Large-Scale Renovation Reopening: What Homeowners Need to Know
Overview: MaPrimeRénov’ Large-Scale Renovation Reopening The MaPrimeRénov’ program for large-scale renovations is back with updated rules. The reopening prioritizes energy performance and aims to ensure a smooth intake process. A total cap of 13,000 dossiers will apply until the end of 2025, and access is phased, starting with the most modest households. What’s reopening and…
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MaPrimeRénov’ Renovation d’Ampleur Reopens: Key Changes and How to Prepare
What’s new with MaPrimeRénov’ renovation d’Ampleur MaPrimeRénov’ renovation d’Ampleur is reopening under a tightened framework designed to direct energy upgrades where they bring the most benefit. Starting on 30 September 2025, deposits reopen, but access is staged and the overall volume of dossiers is capped to ensure a smooth and quality-driven process. The focus remains…
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MaPrimeRénov’ Renovation d’Ampleur Reopening: What to Know
What’s reopening and what’s changing The MaPrimeRénov’ Renovation d’Ampleur program is back with notable updates. The scheme now has a hard cap of 13,000 dossiers until the end of the year, and access is being rolled out progressively, prioritizing the households with the greatest need. The focus is sharpened on homes with poor energy performance,…
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From Ground Up: How a Builder Created His Family’s Passive House
What makes a Passive House special? Passive house, or Passivhaus, is a rigorous standard for energy efficiency. It centers on five principles that together deliver a home that is ultra-sustainable, comfortable, healthy, and built to last: superior insulation, airtight construction, high-performance windows and doors, mechanical ventilation with heat recovery, and a design that minimizes thermal…
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How a Builder Created His Family’s Passive House From Scratch
What is Passivhaus and Why It Matters Passivhaus, or Passive House, is a rigorous energy‑efficiency standard that guides how a building is designed, built, and operated. It focuses on five core principles to ensure a home is exceptionally sustainable, comfortable, healthy, and durable: superb insulation; an airtight envelope; high‑performance windows and doors; mechanical ventilation with…
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October 2025 Budget Changes: APL, Gas, Renovation Aids and EV Incentives
What changes on October 1, 2025? The arrival of October 2025 brings a bundle of updates that directly affect household budgets. Expect a downward shift in some gas costs, an update to the APL (housing assistance) amounts, new or enhanced subsidies for energy renovation, and refreshed incentives for electric vehicles. In addition, several key dates…
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Understanding the Super Bonus in Lombardy: Key Insights
Introduction to the Super Bonus in Lombardy The Super Bonus initiative has been a significant part of Italy’s strategy to encourage sustainable development and environmental responsibility. Recently, Lombardy has seen changes in this program, especially concerning auto incentives. This article delves into the latest updates on the Super Bonus, specifically for residents in Lombardy. What…
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Investing 200 Million Euros in Industry: What to Expect
Introduction The recent announcement by the Prime Minister at the Thessaloniki International Fair (DETH) regarding the allocation of 200 million euros to the industrial sector is generating buzz. This investment aims to alleviate energy costs and promote a new wave of investments in essential production sectors across the country. Understanding the Investment The core intent…
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The Israeli Contribution to iPhone 17 Development: Enhanced Speed
The Rise of iPhone 17: A Technological Breakthrough In a groundbreaking announcement during the event held yesterday (Tuesday), Apple unveiled its latest iPhone 17 series, featuring cutting-edge technology aimed at bolstering performance and energy efficiency. A significant part of this development stems from a collaborative effort involving Israeli engineers and tech experts. Israeli Innovations Powering…