As the struggle against climate change becomes increasingly urgent, the role of the building sector is crucial in achieving global CO₂ reduction goals. Historic buildings represent a significant part of our built environment, accounting for one-fourth of the building stock in Europe. They define the nature and identity of many cities and can only remain if preserved as thriving and functional spaces. To safeguard this heritage for future generations, we need to identify energy retrofit approaches and solutions that align with conservation principles. These solutions should preserve historic and aesthetic values while enhancing comfort, reducing energy bills and minimizing environmental impact.
EEHB 2026 will bring together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to explore the latest advancements in energy efficiency for historic buildings. This 6th conference will focus on key topics such as :
- Climate change impact on indoor climate ;
- Bio-based materials ;
- AI and digital tools for heritage retrofit ;
- Governance issues and public policies ;
- Inspiring case studies ;
- Building physics applied to historic buildings (hygrothermal transfer, material properties, etc.) ;
- Training and guidelines for professionals ;
- Role of social sciences in retrofitting historic buildings.
In addition to these topics, there will be sessions devoted to technical presentations in French and others to poster presentations (in English).
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The abstract template is available after registering in the ‘Call for communications’ section or by clicking on this link:
In all cases, it must be uploaded in the ‘Call for communications’ section.
If your abstract is accepted, you will be notified on 1 March 2026 and we will ask you to write an 8-page article by 1 June 2026.