A framework for digital building logbooks: Drivers of affordable, circular and sustainable built environment
By: Sriraj Gokarakonda and Zsolt Toth
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.66506/essp.7-116-26 | Journal eISSN: 2001-7960
Language: English
Page range: 12 - 12
Submitted on: Mar 17, 2026
Accepted on: May 15, 2026
Published on: Jul 20, 2026
Published by: European Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (eceee)
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
© 2026 Sriraj Gokarakonda, Zsolt Toth, published by European Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (eceee)
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