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We are looking for solutions to net zero greenhouse gas emissions from buildings 2023-12-15
The Sustainable building research team at CTU UCEEB is involved in a project focusing on measures leading to the practical achievement of...
Laser cleans air and surfaces in laboratories 2023-12-11
In collaboration with Narran, we develop innovative solutions for decontaminating surfaces and air in clean room environments.
We can create environmental product declarations 2023-12-07
The Sustainable Building Research Team at CTU UCEEB played a key role in the development of EPDs for Fenix Trading s.r.o. products. The...
We have performed a dynamic simulation of the CirkArena research centre 2023-11-20
We are involved in the birth of a new research and development centre for circular economy, which should be created by recycling a...
We helped in the development of an innovative family house construction 2023-11-16
We helped to develop a pilot family house based on a steel skeleton frame combined with panels with high thermal and diffusion resistance....
We refine standardised laboratory tests 2023-11-07
The Building Physics research team at CTU UCEEB identifies causes of errors in standard tests of the thermal and moisture behaviour of...
We test the translucent roof 2023-11-03
Our experts are analyzing the indoor environment in a space that includes the NEBESYS roof sheathing, which from the outside looks like a perfectly...
We investigate the load-bearing capacity of notched wooden beams 2023-10-26
  In cooperation with the Institute of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (ITAM) of the CAS and the Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology...
We test Ytong products 2023-10-16
We have established cooperation with the manufacturer of aerated concrete blocks Xella CZ. The aim is to find out, by means of tests, the...
Our sensors monitor the reinforced concrete bridges 2023-10-11
We have successfully completed the implementation of a sensor system in a pre-tensioned reinforced concrete bridge structure.
We continue preparations for decarbonisation of the building sector 2023-10-09
We participate in the international INDICATE project to obtain comprehensive data on the carbon footprint of buildings throughout their...
Contactless Collectors Garner Praise at the Vatican 2023-10-02
We have developed non-contact microscopic material collectors that could be used in the study and protection of the Shroud of Turin.
We improve the operation of district heating systems 2023-09-22
In cooperation with Feramat Energies, we have completed a research project aimed at developing tools to optimise the operation of district...
We have prepared a concept of municipal energy for the city of Slany 2023-09-14
Energy prices play an important role in the budgets of cities and municipalities and many of their representatives are looking for ways to...
Radegast brewed beer from our water 2023-08-31
In cooperation with the Radegast brewery, a limited edition Futur lager was created using water from air humidity obtained thanks to our...
We offer roof insulation tests before installation of photovoltaic panels 2023-08-17
We offer laboratory measurements of the strength of thermal insulators, which will provide homeowners with an ideal basis for the correct...
We are cooperating on the development of the ecokit construction system 2023-08-09
We are involved in the development of a prefabricated construction system that makes it possible to build a house on your own literally...
We are at the core of research on positive energy districts 2023-08-08
We participated in the conference "Energy in Built Environment - Climate driven solutions for next generation EU cities" and we shared with...
Pupils and students from Karviná successfully designed photovoltaic systems 2023-08-02
As part of the international ARV project, we prepared seminars for secondary and primary school students in Karviná focused on reducing the...
We prepare the Czech construction industry for decarbonisation 2023-07-24
We help Czech companies to prepare for the mandatory quantification of the carbon footprint of buildings throughout their life cycle.
The most essential parameter when choosing windows is light 2023-07-17
Within the Healthy Window project we investigate the structural and physical properties of large-scale samples of built-in windows with an...
We visited the Bavarian Mecca of renewable energy 2023-07-04
Within the framework of the project Cross-border exchange of experience in energy efficiency reduction we visited...
We've launched the measurement Twins 2023-06-22
We have launched the new Twins measuring equipment, which provides extensive capabilities for measuring thermal-humidity variables, light...
We investigate the use of recycled concrete in new buildings 2023-06-13
As part of an international project, we will participate in activities related to the use of recycled aggregate concrete in new building...
We develop solutions for low-cost emission measurement in industry 2023-06-05
We are finalizing the final prototype of a modular emission data logger for low-cost indicative measurement of emissions from combustion...
We are helping cities talk about water 2023-05-29
As part of the Municipalities Talk About Water project, we highlight the importance of communication between town halls and the...
Elektra came to us from Bavaria 2023-05-24
We test the possibilities of radial turbine application in decentralized cogeneration systems.​
We have designed a solution for the energy supply of the Czech Embassy in Beirut 2023-05-23
For the premises of the Czech representative office in Beirut, we designed a solution using a battery photovoltaic system.
Our sensors got a new design 2023-05-15
We have developed combined indoor environmental quality sensors with a natural design.
EWA was introduced to Australians 2023-05-12
In Australia, we introduced EWA, our latest technology for extracting water from dry air.
We offer a comprehensive assessment of the quality of the indoor environment in acoustic booths 2023-05-05
We provide laboratory analyses for a complete assessment of the quality of the indoor environment of acoustic booths.
Explore the online tool for assessing the sustainability of buildings 2023-05-03
Explore the online tool for assessing the sustainability of buildings SBToolCZ.
Modern methods for the treatment and care of bee colonies 2023-04-20
We will test the possibility of using biodegradable nanofibres in the treatment of bee colony diseases.
We are working on the transformation of district heating systems 2023-04-13
We are involved in an interdisciplinary project that aims to place the decarbonisation of district heating systems (DHS) in the wider...
We have developed a methodology for correctly inputting input parameters into wood burning models 2023-04-06
We have contributed to the development of a certified methodology that will guide professionals working in the field of building fire...
Governments and construction sector in three European countries launch EU building data project to drive full decarbonisation 2023-03-31
Czechia, Ireland and Spain will be the first countries to participate in a new initiative which aims to boost the availability of quality...
Our software will help building owners reduce energy costs while stabilizing the grid 2023-03-30
The University Centre for Energy Efficient Buildings, in cooperation with the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of the Czech Technical...
We verify the effectiveness of bus engine compartment extinguishing beyond European requirements 2023-03-13
The Fire laboratory of the CTU UCEEB has already carried out verification and certification tests of engine compartment fire extinguishing...
Positive Energy Districts are coming to Prague 2023-02-23
Representatives of CTU UCEEB, Prague City Hall and city companies took part in the official launch of the international project ASCEND...
We have confirmed the functionality of our electricity storage concept 2023-02-21
The CTU University Centre for Energy Efficient Buildings, in cooperation with the company Mach Heat Pumps, has successfully completed the...
We went to Poland for inspiration and experience 2023-02-09
Members of the Participatory Planning and Design team of CTU UCEEB made a study visit to Warsaw and the Wrocław-Południe housing...
Our green roof successfully uses recycled materials and grey water 2023-02-03
Experts from CTU UCEEB have completed the next stage of development of an experimental wetland extensive roof concept that involves the use...