EU update to Annex III on building life‑cycle global warming potential
The European Commission has adopted a regulation establishing a common framework for calculating the life-cycle global warming potential of buildings. It aims to harmonise methodologies, ensure transparency, and support the decarbonisation of the sector by 2050.
Renovation passports in action across Europe
From national schemes to EU-funded projects, renovation passports are already taking shape on the ground. This living news item tracks early implementation examples and will be updated as new developments emerge.
Breaking energy silos: exploring a modern and energy efficient system with InEExS
In a six-part blog series, InEExS spotlights solutions to help accelerate Europe’s transition to a smart, resilient, competitive, and more efficient energy system. Each blog will explore the solutions and technologies from energy communities to the role of blockchain in energy management.
Energy performance and savings in data centres: streamSAVE Project
This dialogue meeting focuses on energy performance and energy savings in data centres, with a particular emphasis on standardised methodologies for calculating energy savings.
Monitoring energy performance in historic Edinburgh lodge
The FuturHist project, co-funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe, develops replicable retrofit solutions for historic buildings to support a clean energy transition.
Clean Energy Technology Observatory: status report on technology development, trends, value chains and markets
Can solar thermal energy drive Europe’s decarbonisation? This report explores trends, challenges and opportunities.
Renovation passports: Commission issues guidance for implementation across Member States
The ANNEX specifies technical requirements, staged renovation planning, and integration with digital tools to facilitate the uptake of renovation passports across the EU.
Foundations for the future – A new phase for the European Construction Observatory
This event marks the official launch of the new phase of the European Construction Observatory (ECO) and introduces its new features, Data Mapper tool, and policy fact sheets.
Together in Action: The European Climate Pact Annual Event of 2026
The European Climate Pact Annual Event 2026 gathers communities and policymakers to advance climate action. With buildings central to Europe’s transition, the event highlights renovation, efficiency, and local initiatives that make the built environment a driver of climate solutions.