The RE³ Lab positions itself as a reference center for the local territory in the field of research and experimentation on innovative strategies and technologies for the recovery of rural building heritage, the regeneration of local ecosystems, and the enhancement of natural resources within a circular economy perspective. The laboratory promotes sustainable solutions aimed at improving the energy efficiency of existing buildings, reducing environmental impacts, and increasing the resilience of rural areas to climate change.
The laboratory offers a range of services focused on the integration of bio-based materials and organic waste from local supply chains into the construction sector, fostering circular economy practices and low- or zero-emission solutions. Alongside Research & Development activities, RE³ Lab promotes training and information initiatives addressed to technicians, professionals, and public and private stakeholders, with the goal of supporting the ecological transition in rural contexts.
Local Public Administrations will find in the laboratory a qualified partner to define and assess regeneration strategies at both territorial and building scales: from the mitigation of microclimatic phenomena, to the sustainable planning of new developments or refurbishment areas, up to the definition of technical specifications for high energy and environmental performance construction solutions.
The main research areas include:
- energy and environmental refurbishment of rural building heritage
- bio-based and zero-carbon materials and technologies derived from local resources and organic waste
- circular methodologies for building renovation and the efficient use of territorial resources
- future-proofing of buildings and climate change adaptation strategies
- analysis of rural microclimates and mitigation of overheating phenomena
- nature-positive strategies for the regeneration of rural ecosystems and small settlements.
- scientific consultancy for the implementation of recovery and regeneration interventions in minor historic settlements;
- environmental impact assessment towards zero-carbon buildings using local resources;
- professional training and continuing education.