Road haulage has begun its electric revolution, with a major challenge to be addressed: the need to build infrastructure capable of supporting its energy requirements. The number of initiatives is growing – we find examples in the United Kingdom and Norway. As the world steers toward a low-carbon future, the electrification of heavy transport – […]
Actemium Epinal Fluides Solutions is developing surface geothermal solutions to heat, cool and power industrial buildings and processes. These solutions consume fewer resources and are more cost-effective than those using fossil energies. In the face of energy and environmental challenges, Actemium Epinal Fluides Solutions. the VINCI Energies business unit specialised in industrial pipework and thermal […]
This Austrian business specialising in fresh fruit and vegetable distribution joined forces with Axians to modernise its infrastructure to meet increased demand through a root-and-branch digital transformation. Every year, 250,000 tonnes of fruits and vegetables – 5,000 different products – move through Frutura installations on their way to Austrian retailers. This family business, which specialises […]
At the Yes San Francisco Urban Sustainability Challenge organised by UpLink, the World Economic Forum’s innovation ecosystem, 12 startups were recognised for the prospective benefits of their urban resilience solutions. The innovations selected represent a diverse range of applications. For example, GaeaSat produces sustainable, reusable, biodegradable food and drink containers from a mix of clay, […]
The VINCI Energies business unit Uxello has designed a system to save the three billion litres of drinking water a year wasted due to tank flushing in fire protection systems. There are approximately 10,000 of these systems across France. Sprinkler systems are highly effective fire prevention solutions in the form of pressurised hydraulic networks that […]
Using AI models to predict thermal inertia in a building, the WiseBMS solution developed by a VINCI Energies business unit enables savings of up to 40% on heating and climate control. In the face of climate change, increasing electricity costs and regulatory constraints, the need to manage tertiary property assets with a focus on energy […]
According to the International Energy Agency, data centres consume between 2% and 3% of electricity worldwide and are multiplying in every region. This booming growth poses a number of technical, technological, regulatory and security challenges. The number of data centres worldwide is constantly increasing, and this momentum is set to continue with the rapid growth […]
The circular economy is increasingly part of the economic conversation and is inspiring numerous initiatives. But it needs to be more convincing if it is to enter the mainstream. To explain and convince is the credo of Nicolas Dumas, Environmental Project Manager at VINCI Energies Building Solutions and Valentine Salomon, Innovation Market Manager at Actemium. […]
At the intersection of environmental, social and academic issues, the European schools market is undergoing a radical transformation for growth, including the renovation of building assets. There are obstacles, but also real levers for acceleration. VINCI Energies Building Solutions is championing an integrated global partnership approach. The educational establishments sector in Europe is undergoing a […]
