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Reducing energy demand is of growing importance to the EU.
One aspect to be considered is buildings’ demand, which are responsible for almost a third of final energy use, therefore it is important to increase the energy efficiency and comfort in buildings.
Another aspect is the need for sustainable finance solutions towards enhanced environmental, societal and economic impact.
In this context, there is the need for AI applications to increase energy efficiency investments, reduce risks and support the decision-making process, as well as to support economic growth, while reducing pressures on the environment and taking into account social and governance aspects.