Science and politics must unite for net-zero targets: experts urge at COP29
On the occasion of COP29 in Baku, experts called for urgent collaboration between scientists and policymakers to help the building sector achieve net zero emissions by 2030, emphasising its critical role in addressing climate change.
Construction 2050 Alliance backs EU on housing and sustainability goals
Europe's construction sector, through the Construction 2050 Alliance, urges support from President von der Leyen for advancing competitiveness, affordable housing, and sustainability initiatives.
ACE & Europa Nostra Public Conference NEB: Heritage & Transformation
This hybrid event is organised in collaboration and with the support of the Międzynarodowe Centrum Kultury w Krakowie Europa Nostra European Heritage Hub in Krakow in the framework of the EU-funded European Heritage Hub pilot project.
Policy Briefing: enhancing climate policies through EPBD and CPR implementation
This policy briefing analyses the European Green Deal's revisions to the CPR and EPBD, aiming to reduce construction's climate impact through mandatory carbon emissions standards, and provides recommendations for improving climate policy in the sector.
Net-zero in the UK: challenges and pathways to overcome them
The UK faces challenges in achieving net-zero buildings due to high retrofit costs, a shortage of skilled workers, and the need for energy technology solutions, requiring collaboration and training to meet climate targets.
Innovation meets cultural heritage in cities: HUB-IN International Final Conference
In a world where cities are at the forefront of addressing climate change and promoting sustainability, this conference offers a timely gathering focused on the intersection of innovation, cultural heritage, and urban development in Europe’s historic urban areas.
How can NEB values guide sustainable and resilient reconstruction in Ukraine?
The ongoing war in Ukraine has highlighted the urgent need for sustainable, resilient infrastructure, with European initiatives - like the New European Bauhaus - supporting Ukraine's reconstruction.
Marianna Papaglastra: ‘Piggybacking the Renovation Passport on an already well-established scheme (the EPC), enhances effectiveness, usefulness and user acceptance’
Building conversations up with... Marianna Papaglastra, International Accounts Manager at Sympraxis Team.
Preparing and harmonising EU whole life carbon regulations for climate-neutral buildings
EU regulations are driving the construction sector toward climate neutrality by standardising carbon data and benchmarks, helping policymakers reduce emissions and align building practices with climate goals. This report supports EU and national policymakers in implementing whole life carbon regulations.
Empowering Construction SMEs and crafts for a resilient and sustainable built environment
The European Builders Confederation (EBC) event 'Empowering SMEs & Crafts for a resilient & sustainable built environment' at the European Parliament will take place on 20 November.