In terms of the StepUp methodology and the data intelligence tools, the methodology underwent final developmen, incorporating feedback and including guidelines for its application. An environmental impact assessment was conducted for the renovation projects and the plug-and-play technologies. A final version of the LEAN method for deep renovation was delivered, with guidelines for following a LEAN methodology; a Lean Tool was developed and implemented. Developements were made in data intelligence solutions and the lifecycle platform. This platform included a suite of IES tools: the Project Management Portal, Calibration tool, Multi Criteria Analysis tool, Portfolio Overview iCIM tool, Data Gap filling application, and Fault detection and M&V application. Human feedback on thermal comfort levels was collected from multiple spaces, leading to the creation of a machine learning thermal comfort model. Another machine learning model was developed to predict the performance of Plug and Play façade systems based on performance analysis. A business case tool was developed to support the creation of business cases during the feasibility phase of deep renovations. A feasibility study conducted in the BP18 district enables portfolio managers to make informed decisions.
StepUP P&P Active system and StepUP P&P façade system were further developed, tested, and finally installed in demonstration pilots in Hungary and Spain.A Technology Provider Clusters (TPC) protocol was created, including a TPC booklet for future TPC-related activities on a wider scale. TPCs were established
and their feedback was used to validate the TPC P&P protocol and approach. Tests validated the performance of the StepUP P&P façade prior to installation.The SmartEPC business model was developed, integrating the StepUP renovation approach with the SmartEPC approach. A conceptual exploration of distributed ledger technologies (DLT) in deep retrofitting was completed.
Monitoring plans were implemented for pilots in Hungary and Spain, with pre-renovation data collected for at least one year. Design optimization using calibrated simulation models was performed for pilots. The pilot designs for the P&P envelope were finalized, and guidelines for StepUP activities were established. Post-renovation, early data and digital models of the pilots were used to analyze the impacts.
Outreach activities included creating and maintaining main digital channels for virtual engagement, producing promotional materials for dissemination and pilot activities, participating in events targeting scientific and industrial communities, organizing events, workshops, and webinars, submitting 19 papers to scientific journals and non-peer-reviewed publications, producing 11 press releases, establishing synergies with other projects, and hosting pilot meetups in Pamplona and Budapest.
A detailed analysis of the European renovation market identified drivers and opportunities, validated needs, and developed new business models for service providers was done. Extensive research on innovative business models for the renovation sector ensued. Foreground and IP information were used to create a final exploitation and commercialization plan. Project partners developed a joint strategy to ensure continuity after the project ends, aiming to cross-promote results through actions outlined in a roadmap.
