The nZEBRA project is dedicated to the development of an intensive blended course focusing on Climate Neutral Buildings, employing a micro-credentials assessment framework. A significant social repercussion of this initiative lies in its capacity to inspire students, aspiring engineers, and designers, fostering a heightened awareness of the social dimensions inherent in sustainable construction. This includes considerations for user comfort, living standards, and the broader societal implications of environmentally conscious architectural practices.
The courses developed within the nZEBRA project will seamlessly integrate disciplines such as architecture, civil engineering, energy, and material engineering. This interdisciplinary approach aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of sustainability aspects in building design, construction, and performance. Consequently, learners will be equipped to elevate their societal consciousness, recognizing their role within a collaborative working environment that respects diverse disciplines, thus contributing to multifaceted solutions. Ultimately, the course will serve as a guiding pathway towards efficient ownership and leadership in the realm of sustainable construction.
In the context of the nZEBRA project, the Institute of Circular Resources Engineering and Management (CREM) at TUHH assumes a pivotal role in generating educational materials pertaining to Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), low embodied carbon, and recycled materials. This contribution encompasses the creation of challenge-based learning scenarios intended for use in the short-term nZEBRA blended course, as well as in other opportunities for continuous learning with accredited European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) credits. Furthermore, CREM will spearhead the piloting of the course through the implementation of summer schools tailored for students within the university.
