Heat highways and thermal storage take centre stage at Linz District Heating Forum 2026
The Linz District Heating Forum 2026 highlighted the role of large-scale thermal storage and 'heat highways' in decarbonising heating. With strong input from the TREASURE project, experts presented technologies, case studies, and strategies shaping future district heating systems.
Urban reuse and shared spaces
The transformation of a former garage space in Brussels redefines the use of the inner courtyard, integrating workspaces and green areas with a focus on reuse and social cohesion.
Support service for citizen-led renovation: communication strategy for energy communities
A practical guide analyses how to design effective communication strategies for energy communities, combining planning, clear narratives and appropriate channels to activate local participation.
New call for greener district heating
The LIFE ENABLE DHC project is driving the modernisation of urban thermal networks, combining innovation, financing and cooperation.
Towards a common definition of modern methods of construction
A new taxonomy proposal seeks to bring clarity to the concept of industrialised construction, facilitating its adoption and alignment with sustainability and productivity goals.
Commission Staff Working Document: Supporting life-cycle approaches to decarbonise European buildings
A new Commission document provides guidance for authorities and building professionals on applying a whole life-cycle carbon approach, integrating operational and embodied emissions while promoting renovation, circularity and better use of the existing building stock.
Empowering citizens to renovate: examples of one-stop shops
Co-organised by Renovate Europe and its partner FEDARENE, the event will showcase concrete examples of one-stop shops from across the EU and examine the lessons they offer for accelerating renovation across different national and local contexts.
Regional and local energy agencies: boosting energy communities through open energy governance
Regional and local energy agencies are the implementation drivers of the energy transition, supporting a locally rooted approach that benefits citizens and strengthens the EU’s energy independence.
A new EU Toolkit to drive inclusive and energy-efficient building renovation
The SUPERSHINE project’s toolkit for sustainable building renovation is a comprehensive, user-oriented resource designed to support stakeholders in delivering energy-efficient, inclusive, and replicable renovation strategies across Europe.
CondoReno: new research highlights the role of public support in unlocking condominium renovations
A new scientific article based on outcomes from the CondoReno project sheds light on how public support structures can help overcome the persistent barriers to energy renovation in multi-owner residential buildings.