The SUREFIT project developed and demonstrated a set of advanced, cost-effective, and prefabricated technologies designed to accelerate energy renovation in domestic buildings. These innovations go beyond conventional market solutions by integrating passive, active, and smart elements into a unified retrofitting system.
All technologies were tested in real-life demo buildings across Europe, and validated in terms of energy savings, environmental impact, user comfort, and cost-performance. Their development involved joint contributions from research institutions and industrial partners, as detailed in the Key Exploitable Results section (see Deliverable D1.5, Section 2.2, p. 18).
Below is a summary of the validated SUREFIT technologies:
Bio-aerogel Insulation (BA)
A novel, ultra-thin insulation material made from starch-based aerogel.
✔ Offers high thermal performance using <20% thickness compared to traditional insulation.
✔ Significantly reduces heat loss when applied to external walls and roofs.
✔ Environmentally friendly and suitable for both retrofitting and new construction.