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Lucas van Stephoudt: Buildings for Climate Protection – Paths to a Sustainable Future

28 Jan 2025

Building technology is at a turning point. Sustainability requires innovative solutions that reduce energy consumption and enhance living comfort. In this conversation with Lucas van Stephoudt, we explore the challenges and opportunities in the field.

A key focus of the discussion is the role of air-to-air heat pumps. Lucas van Stephoudt explains why this technology is considered crucial for a climate-neutral future in construction and how it can help achieve the ambitious climate goals of the EU and Germany.

Another important topic is the political framework. How can regulations and incentive programs contribute to driving the energy transition in heating? What political decisions are necessary to make the building sector future-proof? Lucas van Stephoudt shares his views on current political debates and the importance of clear, supportive policies.

Furthermore, we discuss the integration of new technologies and how digitization and the Internet of Things (IoT) could revolutionize building technology. Particularly interesting is the role of intelligent control systems in further optimizing energy consumption.

The interview not only offers deep insights into the current developments in building technology but also into the visions of an expert actively shaping the industry. Lucas van Stephoudt highlights how technological innovations and political decisions must go hand in hand to create a sustainable and livable future.

Lucas van Stephoudt

Lucas van Stephoudt

Political Communication Advisor at the Association of Air-Conditioning and Ventilation in Buildings (Fachverband Gebäude-Klima e.V.)

The association advocates for the promotion of innovative and sustainable building technologies, with Lucas van Stephoudt focusing particularly on air-to-air heat pump technology. In his work, he combines technical expertise with political knowledge to contribute significantly to the energy transition in the building sector, both on a national and European level.