One-Stop-Shop: how HORIS project builds trust in energy renovation
How are one-stop-shop platforms transforming energy renovation in Spain? Miguel Segovia, from Green Building Council Spain, explores in this interview the challenges, opportunities, and the role of the HORIS project in driving efficiency, sustainability, and trust in the renovation market.
Efficient and renewable school architecture in France
Claude Lorius Middle School in France combines bioclimatic design, advanced insulation, and renewable energy sources to achieve a positive-energy building. Its approach integrates comfort, efficiency, and smart monitoring, setting a replicable model for sustainable educational facilities.
Mapping frontier research on the New European Bauhaus
The report on the New European Bauhaus brings together 87 projects that integrate science, design and participation to create sustainable, inclusive and aesthetically enriching urban environments, driving innovative solutions in energy, housing, mobility and resilience.
Energy efficiency for social infrastructure: a toolbox for Public Development Banks
Energy efficiency in social infrastructure reduces costs and emissions while improving services and overall wellbeing. This guide provides tools for public banks to promote sustainable projects through financing, technical assistance, and international standards.
Re:Living: renovating buildings for a healthier future
VELUX launches Re:Living, an initiative that promotes building renovation as a driver of human wellbeing and environmental balance. Through the People & Planet model, it aims for every refurbishment to deliver benefits for both people and the planet, going beyond merely reducing impacts.
Strengthening residential energy renovations through one-stop-shops across scales of action and support
One-stop-shops (OSSs) offer practical solutions for residential energy renovations, providing a single entry point for homeowners and communities. Explore through three related initiatives, how they strengthen neighbourhoods, empower communities and drive scalable energy solutions across Europe.
Citizen-Led Renovation phase II inspiring cases – Valencian energy office
The Valencia Energy Office drives the energy transition through free advice, workshops, and renewable communities. Its municipal and participatory model reduces emissions, tackles energy poverty, and aims to be replicated in other European cities.
Assessment report on the available data and information regarding the building stock in Romania
JustReno proposes moving towards an integrated system that combines reliable data, accessible financing mechanisms, and coordinated policies across levels of government to promote the renovation of Romania’s building stock.
Assessment report on the available data and information regarding the building stock in Poland
Prepared within the framework of the European JustReno project, this report offers a detailed overview of the residential building stock in Poland, aiming to identify barriers and opportunities to advance towards a socially just decarbonisation of the building sector.
Key topics in energy efficiency in buildings for the end of 2025: send your contributions!
BUILD UP’s second-half 2025 Topics of the Month (TOM) include Key topics such as solar technologies, local financial tools, energy performance standards, customer support through one-stop-shops or energy poverty. Do you want to contribute and spread your expertise?