The Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) is Hungary’s leading technical university with strong expertise in engineering, architecture, and sustainability-related research. Founded in 1782, BME plays a key role in advancing climate-responsive design, energy-efficient buildings, life cycle assessment, and circular construction.
BME actively participates in EU-funded programmes, including Horizon Europe and Erasmus+, and maintains strong international and industry partnerships.
Through integrated research and education, BME contributes to the European Green Deal and New European Bauhaus objectives by promoting climate-neutral, innovative, and socially inclusive construction practices.
Core research competences
Climate-Responsive and Low-Carbon Architecture and Design
Integration of environmental simulation, performance-based design, and adaptive strategies to optimise energy use, comfort, and environmental impact.
Energy Efficiency and Building Physics
Advanced modelling of energy systems, thermal behaviour, ventilation performance, and indoor environmental quality to support zero-emission building concepts.
Life Cycle Assessment and Circular Construction
Application of whole-life carbon assessment and life cycle methodologies to inform material selection, design optimisation, and circular construction strategies.
Digital Design, Modelling, and Optimisation
Use of BIM, parametric design, environmental simulation, and algorithmic optimisation to enhance building and infrastructure performance.
Urban Sustainability and Environmental Studies
Research on climate resilience, sustainable urban development, and the socio-economic dimensions of the built environment.
These research activities are supported by nationally accredited laboratories, specialised research centres, and interdisciplinary departments, enabling high-quality experimental work and cross-sectoral collaboration. BME’s central research portal provides structured access to research groups, projects, and knowledge transfer initiatives.
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Areas of activity
Circular and regenerative approaches for the built environment
NEB-2026-01-REGEN-01: Sustainable, inclusive, affordable and beautiful solutions for thermal comfort in buildingsNEB-2026-01-REGEN-02: Advancing sustainable maintenance and repair measures for existing buildingsNEB-2026-01-REGEN-03: Innovative solutions for the sustainable and beautiful use of vertical space
Connecting the green transformation, social inclusion and local democracy
NEB-2026-01-PARTICIPATION-02: Innovative approaches for the spatial design of neighbourhoodsNEB-2026-01-PARTICIPATION-03: Understanding inhabitant’s experiences of neighbourhoods to support their health and well-being