Thoughts from COP29: the built environment's role in combating climate change
Professor Mike Kagioglou highlighted the built environment's potential in combating climate change at COP29, stressing the need for more ambitious actions, regulations, and leadership to drive large-scale transformation.
Erasmus+ Engineers for Europe (E4E) project
The E4E common methodology to assess, anticipate and monitor the evolution of the engineering profession with a focus on competences.
Empowering local energy transitions: the role of municipalities in supporting energy communities across Europe
This paper analyses interviews with local authorities across Europe to explore how energy communities are supported and the role municipalities play in empowering local energy transitions through various legal and policy frameworks.
Call for applications: host a policy session at EUSEW 2025
The call for applications to host a policy session at EUSEW 2025 has been launched, offering organisations the chance to contribute to energy policy debates.
Empowering Engineers: Bridging Competency and Lifelong Learning for Professional Excellence
Save the Date and join the Engineers for Europe - E4E Project for the 'Empowering Engineers: Bridging Competency and Lifelong Learning for Professional Excellence' event!
EPBD.wise interview with Bettina Sticher
Unlocking the Future of Building Renovations: Bettina Sticher from SERA global discusses affordable, effective Renovation Passports.
EPBD.wise interview with Catia Carvalho and João Cleto
The EPBD.wise project presents Catia Carvalho and João Cleto's perspectives on everything from aligning national policies with EU standards to improving data consistency across Member States, enhancing public perception of EPCs, and ensuring high-quality assessments.
2024 in... key articles in energy efficiency in buildings
Energy efficiency in buildings plays a critical role in decarbonising the European building stock. Check the most relevant topics the BUILD UP community has addressed in 2024 and revisit relevant articles.
Balancing energy efficiency and heritage preservation: a policy framework for historic buildings in Europe
The report examines European policies balancing energy efficiency and heritage preservation in historic buildings, highlighting stakeholder insights, regulatory variances, and the need for collaboration, funding, and clear guidelines.
REScoop MECISE and the future of citizen-led energy
REScoop MECISE empowers citizens to drive a just energy transition by pooling funds and expertise to support sustainable, community-led energy projects like Westmill Solar.