Digital Twin for Building Renovation

Europe aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050, with the built environment identified as a critical area for decarbonisation. A significant portion of the existing energy infrastructure is projected to require replacement by 2030, presenting a crucial window for the energy transition between 2025 and 2035. Key strategies for the building sector include the expansion of district heating networks, heavily supported by large-scale heat pumps, which are expected to supply over 10% of district heating demand by 2035 and one-third by 2050. However, challenges such as high retrofitting costs, skilled labour shortages, and social acceptance of new measures need to be addressed.

Our Digital Twin will support design and planning building renovation. We apply machine learning approaches in combination with simulation to improve renovation decisions and manage investment costs.