LIFE23-CET-ESCALATE Project
ESCALATE local heating and cooling transition plans: regional multipliers of capacity building and technical support to empower local administrations.
Strategies for replacing boilers with heat pumps in a new McKinsey report
McKinsey’s report highlights the need to replace gas boilers with heat pumps for sustainable heating, especially in cold climates, requiring advancements in technology, grid upgrades, and backup systems to meet emissions targets.
Combating energy poverty in Europe: insights from the POWERTY project
Energy poverty affects millions in Europe, leading to EU-funded initiatives like the POWERTY project, which emphasises clear definitions, long-term commitments, and community involvement to support vulnerable populations across several regions.
European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) Info Session
Mark your calendar and join the Info Session to hear directly from the Directorate-General for Energy of the European Commission and the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) about this year’s priorities and selection criteria for organising policy sessions or applying for a EUSEW Award.
Circular approaches to affordable housing: reshaping the future
The ECESP Leadership Group on Circular Built Environment invites you to join the #EUCircularTalks on 'Circular approaches to affordable housing: reshaping the future'.
LIFE23-CET-CETAC Project
Clean Energy Transition Assistance Centers (CETAC).
Mandatory climate disclosures for Australia's construction industry
Starting January 1, 2025, large Australian companies, including construction firms, must disclose climate impacts under new laws aimed at improving transparency and managing climate-related financial risks, with full compliance required by 2028 and limited immunity for certain statements during the initial three years.
Lavaforming at La Biennale in Venice
Iceland's National Pavilion at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition will feature 'Lavaforming', a project by architect Arnhildur Pálmadóttir that explores creating sustainable building materials from controlled lava flows, showcasing the country's commitment to innovative design and environmental sustainability.
Energy Performance Certificates: boosting the market for energy efficient buildings
As Europe moves towards a more sustainable future, energy performance ratings are becoming a key driver in transforming the real estate market. Central to this shift is the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), a policy instrument that not only certifies a building's energy efficiency but also seeks to incentivise investment in greener properties. The revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EU/2024/1275) aims to improve comparability of EPCs across Member States, as well as making them more reliable and digitalised. However, Europe's diverse building stock and the varying energy policies of Member States present significant challenges to these goals.
Implementation Guide on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) Event
To celebrate and formally introduce the guide, Efficient Buildings Europe is hosting a special hybrid launch event in Brussels. Don't miss the opportunity to hear from experts, engage with like-minded professionals, and explore the details of this essential resource.