Buildings in the European Union account for 36% of CO2 emissions and nearly 40% of energy consumption. Over 220 million buildings were constructed before 2001, and the majority are not energy efficient. To address this, the EU’s Renovation Wave strategy aims to double the annual renovation rate by 2030, targeting 35 million units and a 60% reduction in emissions. However, outdated tools and fragmented data hinder effective energy-efficient (EE) renovations.
Lumoview Building Analytics GmbH, a spin-off of the German Aerospace Center (DLR), is tackling this challenge with an innovative solution: a patented handheld scanner that enables fast, automated digitisation of building interiors. A single scan captures comprehensive structural and thermal data in just two seconds per room. This information is processed via cloud-based algorithms and delivered through an intuitive platform compatible with Building Information Modelling (BIM) systems.
The result is an end-to-end system that produces floor plans, 3D-CAD models, digital room books, and thermal assessments without the need for manual post-processing. Lumoview’s technology makes building assessments faster and cheaper than conventional methods. It significantly boosts the operational capacity of building professionals and enables building owners to make informed decisions quickly, accelerating EE renovation efforts.
By simplifying data collection and ensuring interoperability, Lumoview directly supports the goals of the European Green Deal, Renovation Wave, and revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD). The project aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals 7, 11, and 13 by promoting affordable energy, sustainable infrastructure, and climate action.
With the support of the EIC Accelerator, Lumoview is transitioning from a service provider to a scalable technology company. Its subscription-based model ensures broad accessibility, and by 2028, the company expects to digitise millions of square meters of building space each year.
This project addresses one of Europe’s most urgent environmental and economic needs—decarbonising its building stock—while promoting innovation, job creation, and improved quality of life through smarter, greener buildings.
