SMARTeeSTORY at the Conference on Cultural Heritage and New Technologies

This training session adopts a practical and interactive approach based on the real experience of the SMARTeeSTORY Horizon Europe project. The session begins with a brief introduction of the trainers and an overview of the SMARTeeSTORY project, followed by a structured training programme.

First, participants will receive an introduction to the Smart Readiness Indicator (SRI) methodology, including its definition, scope, and areas of application. The training will then address the complexity of renovating historic buildings and improving their operational efficiency while respecting heritage values.

The relationship between energy efficiency potential and building smartness will be explored through the application of the SRI methodology. The SMARTeeSTORY project will be presented as a case example, highlighting its objectives, challenges encountered during implementation, and the solutions developed.

The core of the training will focus on case studies from the project that demonstrate practical applications of SRI in historic contexts. Trainers will present examples where smart technologies were successfully integrated into historic buildings, discussing technical, regulatory, and cultural challenges encountered. Particular emphasis will be placed on lessons learned, including stakeholder engagement, adaptability of smart technologies to heritage constraints, and measurable benefits in terms of decarbonisation and operational efficiency.

Interactive elements such as group discussions, exercises using SRI tools, and question-and-answer sessions will allow participants to reflect on the presented approaches and apply them to their own contexts. Participants will also receive practical guidance on conducting SRI assessments, interpreting results, and planning smart upgrades that respect both the historical value and the technological potential of heritage buildings.

By the end of the training, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how SRI can be applied to historic buildings and will leave with actionable strategies and professional connections to support future implementation.