GreeNest Athens Sandbox: next-generation façade technologies for zero-emission buildings
The GreeNest project is pleased to announce the completion of the installation of four advanced façade and control components at its Athens Sandbox demo site on the campus of the National Technical University of Athens.
Energy efficiency in practice: the Ruiz Picasso 11 Building case study
BUILD UP launches a new video series showcasing real-life energy-efficiency examples across Europe. The first case study features the Ruiz Picasso Building in Madrid, a compelling example of how existing buildings can be transformed into sustainable, high-performance and digitally enabled assets.
Electrification as a key pillar of the post-2030 framework
On 14 April 2026, the European Heat Pump Association (EHPA), together with the European Energy Forum (EEF), EDF, and Fortum, will co-host a dinner debate at the European Parliament in Brussels.
Heat highways and thermal storage take centre stage at Linz District Heating Forum 2026
The Linz District Heating Forum 2026 highlighted the role of large-scale thermal storage and 'heat highways' in decarbonising heating. With strong input from the TREASURE project, experts presented technologies, case studies, and strategies shaping future district heating systems.
Urban reuse and shared spaces
The transformation of a former garage space in Brussels redefines the use of the inner courtyard, integrating workspaces and green areas with a focus on reuse and social cohesion.
Support service for citizen-led renovation: communication strategy for energy communities
A practical guide analyses how to design effective communication strategies for energy communities, combining planning, clear narratives and appropriate channels to activate local participation.
New call for greener district heating
The LIFE ENABLE DHC project is driving the modernisation of urban thermal networks, combining innovation, financing and cooperation.
Towards a common definition of modern methods of construction
A new taxonomy proposal seeks to bring clarity to the concept of industrialised construction, facilitating its adoption and alignment with sustainability and productivity goals.
Commission Staff Working Document: Supporting life-cycle approaches to decarbonise European buildings
A new Commission document provides guidance for authorities and building professionals on applying a whole life-cycle carbon approach, integrating operational and embodied emissions while promoting renovation, circularity and better use of the existing building stock.
Empowering citizens to renovate: examples of one-stop shops
Co-organised by Renovate Europe and its partner FEDARENE, the event will showcase concrete examples of one-stop shops from across the EU and examine the lessons they offer for accelerating renovation across different national and local contexts.