Inclusive pathways to renovation: how blended finance can drive a just energy transition
Discover how blended finance and one-stop-shop models help building professionals combine renovation, affordability and social impact, empowering buyers with limited budgets in the energy transition.
RoomVent 2026
RoomVent 2026, held in Prague on 15–18 September, will gather experts worldwide to discuss indoor air quality, ventilation, and sustainable building design. The 18th edition of this leading conference will showcase research, innovation, and collaboration for healthier, energy‑efficient spaces.
Sarajevo renovates 37 public buildings with energy efficiency
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, the European Union, and Austria have completed the energy rehabilitation of public buildings in Sarajevo, improving insulation, windows, heating, and lighting to reduce consumption and emissions while enhancing comfort.
Light + Building 2026
Light + Building 2026, the world’s leading fair for lighting and building services, runs 8–13 March in Frankfurt. Under the motto 'Be Electrified', it will spotlight sustainable transformation, smart connectivity, and design‑driven lighting solutions shaping future spaces.
Integrating energy efficiency first in regional planning
The Regio1st project has published its deliverable D3.2, which summarises the outcomes of regional workshops held in six European regions on the integration of energy efficiency measures.
The business case for digital building logbooks: Woningpas
The Demo‑BLog project has released a detailed business‑case factsheet for the Woningpas logbook, outlining how the platform can support energy-efficient renovation of residential buildings in Flanders.
Energy efficiency retrofitting: challenge and opportunity in construction
The energy efficiency gap highlighted by the IEA represents a key opportunity for the construction sector. The industry can lead the transition through retrofitting and efficient buildings. You can watch Energy Efficiency 2025 and the full analysis again via the link.
Expert talk: Hélène Sibileau
This month, we delve into 'Energy poverty and vulnerable people: how not to leave them behind in the energy transition of the building sector' with Hélène Sibileau, Senior Policy Advisor chez Buildings Performance Institute Europe (BPIE).
The business case for digital building logbooks: Clea
The Demo-BLog initiative has released the CLEA Business-Case Factsheet, providing a comprehensive overview of the logbook’s deployment across 250,000 dwellings and its potential to streamline renovation efforts.
RENOVERTY: Implementation activities report
The RENOVERTY project has issued its Implementation activities report, summarising progress across its pilot regions and detailing practical steps taken to renovate buildings in its rural and peri-urban study areas.