About
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
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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.
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Energy Efficiency and Building Physics
Advanced modelling of energy systems, thermal behaviour, ventilation performance, and indoor environmental quality to support zero-emission building concepts.
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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.
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Digital Design, Modelling, and Optimisation
Use of BIM, parametric design, environmental simulation, and algorithmic optimisation to enhance building and infrastructure performance.
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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.
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