SPHERE Project

We are an EU-funded project that aims to provide a BIM-based Digital Twin Platform to optimise the building lifecycle, reduce costs and improve enery efficency. The quality of construction works has a direct impact on the quality of life of Europeans: in the EU, the construction industry is responsible for approximately 40% of final energy consumption and generates 36% of greenhouse gases in Europe. To build a low-carbon, climate-resilient future, decarbonising Europe's building stock is key. Therefore, a sustainable construction sector plays a crucial role for reaching the EU's long term 80-95% greenhouse gas emission reduction objective. To address this need for a more sustainable construction process, SPHERE’s platform will help boost a building’s energy performance throughout it's lifecycle – from design to end of life - by allowing better design, construction and performance while reducing time, costs and the environmental impact of the construction process. We will achieve this through the generation of a synchronized, building-centred Digital Twin platform based on Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Integrated Design and Delivery Solutions (IDDS). For the duration of the project, we will provide demonstration in 2 new buildings and 2 renovation residential buildings in Finland, Austria and Italy. By integrating the platform into the operations of SME contractors, large construction firms and end-users, we will be able to accurately evaluate performance, obtain real-time feedback and powerful exploitation. Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn to keep up to date with our progress and news! This project has received funding from the European Union’s H2020 Grant Agreement No. 820805