Markus Winkler

Markus Winkler is a Researcher at the University for Continuing Education Krems, affiliated with the Department for Building and Environment. He holds roles as Head of Center and Course Manager for Building Innovation, emphasizing practical and academic leadership. His work focuses on sustainable building technologies, energy efficiency, and climate-resilient construction.

• Affiliations: University for Continuing Education Krems, Department for Building and Environment.
• Roles: Head of Center, Course Manager, Scientific Staff.

Research Focus

Winkler’s research addresses cutting-edge topics such as passive cooling strategies (e.g., CoolAIR project), building envelope innovation, and adaptive urban design. Key themes include:

• Automated ventilation/shading systems for energy efficiency.
• Thermal activation of building materials (e.g., concrete basements as heat sinks).
• Climate adaptation of historic buildings (e.g., Danube-University Krems offices).

Grants & Projects

He leads or co-leads high-profile projects funded by Austrian Federal and EU grants, including:

• Innovationscamp Kreislaufmanager im Bauwesen (FFG-funded, 2022–2024).
• NÖ WBF 2025 (evaluating sustainable housing subsidies, 2021–2025).
• CoolDUK (cooling historic buildings, 2016–2018).

Dissemination

He actively shares findings through lectures like Future-Proof Building & Retrofitting in Times of Climate Crisis and publishes in venues like Advanced Building Skins and Zement + Beton.

His work bridges academic research and practical implementation, addressing urgent challenges in sustainable urban development and building technology.