The Centre for Net Zero High Density Buildings (CeNZ‑HighDB)
CeNZ-HighDB supports and develops Net Zero and archetype solutions for high density buildings and streetscapes. This UKRI-funded Centre tests new prototypes and retrofit buildings with low-carbon materials, heating and cooling systems, and energy storage technologies.
A Green Economy Centre funded by UKRI, CeNZ-HighDB is a collaboration between five Universities across the Central Belt of Scotland, with industry engagement also forming a key area of focus. It aims to accelerate Net Zero inclusive whole system approaches, supporting business green growth, skills, jobs, and communities via Thematic Working Groups (TWGs). The Centre:
• tests new construction prototypes,
• develops archetype solutions,
• supports new skills pathways,
• develops and analyses data modelling systems,
• develops solutions for retrofit buildings with low-carbon materials,
• and assesses novel heating and cooling systems, and energy storage technologies.
Latest News
New temporary Edinburgh venue to explore architecture, design and the built environment
A new temporary venue dedicated to exploring architecture, design and the built environment will open to the public on 15 September at the Edinburgh Futures Institute in the heart of Edinburgh. A&DS:SpACE is a collaborative initiative by Architecture and Design...
CeNZ-HighDB to exhibit at BE-ST Fest East
Driving delivery defines BE-ST Fest 2026, and in the East of Scotland, this is driven through the lens of retrofit. Now in its fourth year, the International Retrofit Conference has established itself as a leading platform for industry leaders, community...
Guy Martin’s Ice Box Experiment
CeNZ-HighDB were recently part of a collaborative project that saw TV presenter Guy Martin conduct an ‘Ice Box Challenge’ as part of a range of building physics experiments for his recent House Without Bills programme for Channel 4. The challenge looked at how well...
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