SIRCULAR-INBUILT: The EU drives the decarbonisation of construction
Barcelona hosted the SIRCULAR-INBUILT workshop, where European experts presented real solutions to decarbonise the construction sector: circular materials, 3D printing, digitalisation, and sustainable policies shaping the urban future.
New emissions trading system for buildings: ETS 2
The EU is preparing the new carbon market for buildings, with measures aimed at ensuring stability, encouraging investment in clean technologies, and supporting vulnerable households. The new system will be key to accelerating the energy transition.
Advancing rural renovation across Europe: Insights and policy recommendations from Rural Energy Efficiency Roadmaps (REERs)
The RENOVERTY project has developed Rural Energy Efficiency Roadmaps (REERs) for vulnerable households across seven European Union regions from 2022 to 2025 to improve building energy performance and reduce energy poverty.
Boosting building efficiency with vertical vegetation
Dénia’s Courthouse is set to go green: a vertical garden façade will help cut energy consumption and tackle urban heat, blending sustainability and bioclimatic architecture into the public justice system.
Doubling energy efficiency: how and why to bring the target in sight
Doubling global energy efficiency by 2030 is becoming an urgent priority. In the buildings sector, accelerating renovation and enforcing stricter energy codes—supported by international initiatives and targeted technical finance—can help transform the built environment.
One-stop shops, useful but still unknown among property owners
Only 11% of European property owners know about one-stop shops for renovation, yet most users find them helpful, especially for funding advice. UIPI’s survey reveals strong demand but low awareness, calling for better outreach and tailored support to boost renovation uptake.
Empowering Regions on Heating & Cooling: Planning, Technology, Finance
This online seminar will explore how EU regions and energy agencies can implement heating and cooling plans under the Energy Efficiency Directive. Experts will present policy updates, financing tools, and best practices to support local authorities in accelerating the heat transition.
Beyond efficiency: putting the social factor at the heart of Europe’s energy transition
Energy poverty is not just about cold homes; it’s about social exclusion and wasted potential. By blending beauty, participation, and innovative finance, a new approach to housing renovation is taking shape. One that puts people — not just buildings — at the centre of Europe’s energy transition.
Delivering the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive on the ground: Indoor Environmental Quality
Discover how Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) drives healthier, efficient buildings across Europe. This webinar explores air, comfort, light, and acoustics, with expert insights on wellbeing, productivity, and climate goals through innovation and regulation.