This week, the Smart Readiness Indicator (SRI) community gathered in Brussels and online for the 4th Jjoint SRI event, co-organised by the European Commission, CINEA, and LIFE projects including IEECP and SRI2MARKET.
The day opened with a welcome coffee and registration, followed by opening remarks and an overview of the policy context from the European Commission. Participants learned how LIFE projects are supporting SRI implementation across Europe.
Next, sessions focused on national test phase experiences, with project partners sharing insights from countries including Spain, Austria, Portugal, Croatia, Italy, and Cyprus. Speakers highlighted lessons learned, challenges encountered, and best practices that can inform future SRI roll-outs.
After a coffee break and LIFE projects exhibition, the discussions moved to costs and benefits of SRI for buildings, energy systems, and competitiveness. This was complemented by sessions on auditing schemes, integrated SRI solutions, and EPC alignment, showcasing how projects are delivering practical tools to support SRI audits and assessments.
In the afternoon, panels explored transitioning to a coordinated SRI scheme and integrating SRI with other building performance assessments, fostering exchanges between policymakers, industry experts, and research partners. The day concluded with a networking cocktail, giving participants the chance to connect, share ideas, and strengthen collaborations across the SRI ecosystem.
A warm thank you to the organizers of the 4th Joint SRI Event ; the European Commission (DG ENER) and CINEA, for making this event possible and bringing together key stakeholders from across Europe.
We also thank all speakers, participants, and LIFE projects for their invaluable contributions, including easySRI, Smart Square Project, SRI2MARKET CYPRUS & GREECE, tunES, and partners like IEECP, SRI2MARKET, and many others. Their expertise and engagement are essential to advancing smarter, energy-efficient buildings and fostering collaboration across the SRI ecosystem.
For a complete overview of the event and the highlights of each session, check out our full recap here 💡
