COGEN Europe is pleased to invite you to a webinar organised by Fit4Micro, 18 June 2025. Held in the context of the Sustainable Energy Days, the session focused on the theme: Zero Emission Buildings: Smart Integration of Renewables, Energy Efficiency and Electrification.

As Europe works towards climate neutrality, achieving zero-emission buildings is critical. This involves not only greater electrification and improved energy efficiency, but also the integration of renewable energy sources. Yet, when these efforts are not aligned with infrastructure development, they can lead to higher costs-particularly affecting remote or off-grid communities vulnerable to energy insecurity.

Through the Fit4Micro project, which is developing a high-efficiency microCHP system powered by sustainable biofuels, this webinar will explore how innovative technologies can improve energy performance in buildings and support the transition to low-carbon solutions. It will also examine the links between energy efficiency and affordability, while addressing key issues such as energy poverty, sustainable heating and cooling, and the role of youth in driving the energy transition.

The event brought together a range of speakers and experts for a keynote address, panel discussion, and interactive Q&A, offering insights into the policy, technological and social measures required to make zero-emission buildings a practical reality. Key topics will include energy labelling, heat pumps, and integrated building systems.

Agenda:

Keynote Speaker:
Mr Radan Kanev, Member of the European Parliament

Panel Discussion:
•             Mr Hans Korteweg, Managing Director, COGEN Europe (Moderator)
•             Dr. Michel Delanaye, CEO, Mitis & Fit4Micro Project Coordinator,
Fit4Micro solution for a microCHCP hybrid heating system running on biofuels
•             Dr. Søren Løkke, Aalborg University
•             Dr. Victoria Taranu, BPIE
•             Ms Alexandra Tudoroiu, COGEN Europe