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In Nairobi, green roofs help lower water bills, reduce energy consumption, and support biodiversity, contributing to urban sustainability efforts amidst climate challenges.

ConnectHeat launches a call for applications to develop sustainable heating and cooling communities across Europe, offering support and expertise to local authorities and energy implementers.

Natural ventilation is crucial for public health in Bangladesh's urban areas, where high-rise buildings and congested alleys often neglect its benefits, despite rising concerns over respiratory and mental well-being, exacerbated by reliance on air conditioners and limited ventilation in modern urban flats.

Air conditioning use in Europe has risen significantly due to climate change, posing environmental challenges despite its essential role in heatwave mitigation. What are the possible solutions?

Open Access Government examines EU energy policy, covering the electricity and gas market, renewable energy roll-out, solar power prominence, and Net-Zero Industry Act measures.

The REHVA Manifesto garnered endorsements from European candidates, highlighting its vision for a sustainable Europe and commitment to influencing EU legislation.

Professor Bartlett reports efforts from the cool towns project to develop heat resilience strategies across European cities, focusing on scalable interventions like shade, water features, special paving, green walls, and urban planning to mitigate the impacts of rising temperatures and support climate adaptation.

Studio 804 designs and builds LEED Platinum-certified, sustainable homes, combining modern aesthetics with energy-efficient technologies.

The EU's revised Renewable Energy Directive aims to accelerate the clean energy transition, setting a binding target of 42.5% renewable energy consumption by 2030, bolstering competitiveness and reducing external dependency, with simplified permitting and sustainability criteria to support deployment and achieve climate neutrality by 2050.

The construction industry, amidst rising climate challenges and regulatory pressures, is leveraging circular construction, technological innovations, and sustainable materials to minimise environmental impact and foster long-term resilience.