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Versatile Energy Systems for Adaptable Architecture

Objective

The Versatile Energy Systems for Adaptable Architecture (VESAA) project aims to reduce whole-life carbon emissions in buildings and accelerate circular construction by developing and validating an integrated, building-level kit of parts that enables optimal combinations of low-embodied-carbon construction products and high-efficiency technical building systems. VESAA addresses the reality that life cycle impacts depend on complex interactions between products, systems, and use patterns. Solutions must also meet interrelated performance requirements, including structural and fire safety, thermal/acoustic/hygrothermal performance, durability, healthy indoor environments, and end-of-life deconstruction and preparation for reuse.

VESAA’s kit of parts is structured around three integrated categories: (C1) technical building systems (compact heating/cooling modules, passive heat distribution, and thermal buffering components), (C2) biobased assemblies with reversible joints and modular interfaces to support disassembly and reuse, and finally (C3) clay-based components that provide moisture regulation and thermal stabilization and can be combined with C1 systems through reversible, non-permanent interfaces. Together, these elements form a versatile solution set for deep renovation and selected new-build applications, designed for industrialized installation and future adaptability.

VESAA will develop decision processes and strategies to compare adaptive reuse versus demolish and rebuild options based on whole life carbon and cost effectiveness and will validate the solutions and strategies in relevant environments in at least three countries with different climatic conditions and building-stock characteristics.

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Funding Scheme

HORIZON-RIA - HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

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Call for proposal

(opens in new window) HORIZON-CL5-2026-02

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Coordinator

KEMIJSKI INSTITUT
Net EU contribution
€ 386 047,44
Address
HAJDRIHOVA ULICA 19
1000 Ljubljana
Slovenia
Region
Slovenija Zahodna Slovenija Osrednjeslovenska
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