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.
LIFE23-CET-E4S Project
The E4S project aims to catalyse a shift in the manufacturing sector towards more sustainable and economically viable energy practices.
Understanding differences towards EPC harmonisation
This study highlights the significant differences in Energy Performance Certificate frameworks across European countries, despite their common origin in the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, emphasising the need for understanding these variations for effective EU-level implementation and innovation.
A place-based financial strategy for energy-efficient retrofitting
Bankers without Boundaries focuses on innovative, place-based retrofitting solutions to attract private financing and enhance energy efficiency in buildings, addressing their significant contribution to climate change.
Alliance between industry and start-ups can lead to a greener built environment
The construction industry must rapidly decarbonise by partnering with innovative startups to develop sustainable solutions, such as zero-carbon cement and CO2 mineralisation technologies, to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and meet climate goals.
Building blocks for the future: Pathways to sustainable construction
Join the conference to explore the pathways to sustainable construction and the role green public procurement will play in getting us there.
Powering inclusion to fuel democracy: the energy efficiency factor
About 47 million EU citizens can’t afford to heat their homes, with high material costs and poor financing options blocking renovations. But the impact of energy efficiency goes beyond just savings.
This month, the ToM is "Energy Certification and Energy Labelling of buildings”. Be ready for these subtopics: