Built4People is delighted to announce that the European Construction and sustainable built environment Technology Platform (ECTP) has released a preliminary programme for its 2026 annual conference. Taking place between 26–27 May 2026 at the Thon Hotel Bristol Stephanie in Brussels, Belgium, this year’s conference is entitled “Building Europe’s Competitiveness in the Built Environment: from Strategic […]
About the Project: The built environment faces mounting pressures from climate change, resource scarcity, and the need for sustainable development across the full lifecycle of buildings. Yet, fragmented and siloed data within Building Management Systems (BMS) limits the effective use of lifecycle information for informed sustainability decision-making. WILSON addresses this challenge by introducing a transformative […]
As climate risks intensify across Europe, improving the resilience of the built environment is becoming increasingly important. From extreme heat and flooding to other natural hazards, buildings, districts and urban systems must be better prepared to withstand and adapt to these challenges. Through its engagement with EU-funded projects, STAR*track is identifying and showcasing innovations that are being developed, tested and deployed across Europe. This article […]
Earlier this month, GreenWin and ECTP organised an event to bring together representatives from European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs), the Built4People Innovation Cluster (B4PIC) Network, European Union (EU) institutions and innovation stakeholders from across Europe. The event provided a unique opportunity to exchange insights, explore collaboration mechanisms and co-create future joint actions to accelerate digital […]
The STAR*track Project and Built4People Partnership are pleased to announce that two Built4People Innovation Clusters (B4PICs) have changed their statuses from ‘Prospective’ to ‘Emerging’. A change in status On Thursday 12 February, Construction City Cluster (CCC) and SYXIS Innovative Together (SYXIS) officially advanced from ‘Prospective’ to ‘Emerging’ B4PIC status, following the signing of the B4PIC Charter by each cluster respectively at a dedicated ceremony, marking significant progression and development for both B4PICs, as […]
Retrofitting Europe’s existing building stock is a critical priority for strengthening resilience and reducing emissions across the built environment. To achieve climate neutrality, Europe must prioritise deep, scalable renovation of existing buildings over new construction, delivering significant carbon savings in the process. This transition is enabled by emerging technologies, innovative business models, and collaboration across […]
Across Europe, EU-funded projects are developing a wide range of innovative tools, systems and technologies, with a view of transforming the built environment. STAR*track is engaging with these projects to highlight and share the innovations that are emerging from their work. These innovations address challenges across the full building life cycle, from design and construction to renovation and operation. Together, they demonstrate how research and […]
16 January 2026 Welcome to the January 2026 edition of the STAR*track project newsletter. Brought to you by the Built4People (B4P) Partnership, STAR*track is a Coordination and Support Action (CSA) funded by the European Union (EU) under Horizon Europe (HE). STAR*track aims to support and expand the Built4People Innovation Cluster (B4PIC) Network initially nurtured by […]
The Built4People Projects Clustering Event took place on 16 October 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. Organised by The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA), the European Commission, and ECTP in the context of the Built4People project STAR*track, this annual event brings together representatives from all projects funded under the Built4People calls. The aim of the event is to provide a valuable […]
The Built4People Partnership is pleased to announce an upcoming forum on digital innovation and collaborative construction networks, taking place at Buildwise in Zaventem, Belgium, on 12 February 2026. “When the EDIG and B4PIC Networks Meet” is a free cross-network collaboration forum that will bring together European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs), Built4People Innovation Clusters (B4PICs), and […]
