Munich's Bauzentrum launches free online 'Live Talk' series on sustainable building

The Bauzentrum München has launched a new free online format in which members of the public can put questions on sustainable living, renovation and building directly to experts. The 'Live Talk' sessions run under the motto 'Citizens ask, experts answer'.

Each session begins with a short introduction to the topic, after which participants can submit their questions in a live chat and specialists respond directly. The format is aimed at all residents looking for clear, expert answers to their questions.

The first Live Talk took place on Thursday 29 October at 6pm on the topic 'Heat pumps in older buildings – from the idea to detailed planning'. For many existing buildings, a heat pump is a practical alternative to gas and oil heating, and air-to-water heat pumps in particular are considered a simple and cost-effective way to renovate heating and hot water systems.

Because buildings are constructed in different ways, heating and hot water needs vary, and site conditions affect how a heat pump can be installed, these and many other questions need to be resolved to ensure trouble-free installation and smooth operation. The session was introduced by Rolf Kersten, a qualified engineer and energy consultant who advises the Bauzentrum München on a voluntary basis, and he answered participants' questions.

Further information about the Bauzentrum is available at muenchen.de/bauzentrum, and details of its events can be found at veranstaltungen.muenchen.de/bauzentrum.