The SUPERSHINE project has released its final publication, presenting a holistic and replicable model for social housing renovation that brings together environmental sustainability, social inclusion, and financial viability. Aligned with the European Green Deal, the Just Transition framework, and the New European Bauhaus, the project shows that transforming social housing requires an integrated approach that addresses technical, economic, social, and cultural dimensions at once.

Demonstrated in the lighthouse cities of Trieste, Riga, and Herning, SUPERSHINE proves that deep energy renovation can dramatically reduce energy demand while safeguarding affordability and long‑term investment value. Across the pilot districts, energy consumption fell by more than half, and household energy expenditure decreased by up to 45%, supported by renovation models designed to protect tenants from rising costs. The project also highlights the essential role of citizen engagement: by involving residents in co‑design and co‑decision processes, SUPERSHINE strengthened social acceptance and ensured that renovation strategies responded to real needs.

Environmental performance is equally central to the project’s approach. Through life‑cycle assessment and circular construction practices, SUPERSHINE demonstrates how renovation can significantly reduce embodied emissions and construction waste, offering a more sustainable alternative to new building. By combining financial tools, social safeguards, participatory methods, and circular solutions, the project provides a concrete pathway for European cities seeking to renovate social housing in ways that are not only energy‑efficient but also fair, inclusive, and future‑proof.