ISNOVA

ISNOVA is an Italian institute focused on promoting technological innovation, with activities spanning professional education, information, consultancy and project development. Its training programme supports professionals and organisations working in energy, buildings and sustainability. Courses are offered online, both live and on demand, and cover topics such as photovoltaic system design and installation, energy communities, energy audits for small and medium-sized businesses, energy management, strategic sustainability, resilient buildings and energy-efficiency measures. The institute also provides continuing professional development, with some courses offering professional credits.

Alongside training, ISNOVA develops consultancy activities and conceives or participates in national and European projects. Its project work has addressed building refurbishment and skills, energy savings, efficient construction materials and eco-building criteria. Examples listed on its website include ELIH-MED, BRICKS, STEAM UP and ECO-BUILDING; ELIH-MED is coordinated by ENEA, Italy’s national agency for new technologies, energy and sustainable development. ISNOVA also publishes resources, including information on resilient residential buildings, and offers a newsletter for updates on technological innovation.