The affordable housing plan: building affordability through efficiency
Efficient Buildings Europe has set out its position on the European Commission’s Affordable Housing Plan, highlighting the role of energy-efficient buildings and energy renovations in ensuring the long-term affordability of housing across the European Union.
Progress review of the Communication on Greening the Commission
On 16 December 2025, the European Commission reported on progress in greening its organisation, outlining actions and results since 2019 to cut emissions, with a focus on improving the energy efficiency of its buildings.
An EPBD-aligned data model for building renovation passports: the OneClickRENO approach
OneClickRENO supports the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive by offering a fully aligned scheme and software that generates estimated renovation passports, giving Member States a practical reference for national implementation.
European buildings move towards smart energy efficiency
The EVELIXIA Project explores how European buildings can enhance energy efficiency and smart readiness through renovation, new construction, and participation in energy flexibility markets.
Skills, innovation and regulation: Europe’s plan for construction
Europe is strengthening its construction sector with a regulatory plan and a skills analysis that drive digitalisation, sustainability, and talent. A key strategy for a more competitive and resilient market.
Council Recommendation on the New European Bauhaus
The Council’s proposal on the New European Bauhaus aims to integrate sustainability, inclusion, and design into urban and construction policies, fostering participation and access to funding to create more innovative, people-centred environments.
Decarbonising buildings and energy districts for the benefit of all: how cities can drive the change
The event 'Decarbonising buildings and energy districts for the benefit of all' that will take place in Vilnius, 27–28 May 2026, explores how cities can deliver EU climate goals by scaling up renovation, improving building performance and integrating district‑level energy planning into local policy.
Energy Poverty Advisory Hub Annual Conference 2026
The Energy Poverty Advisory Hub (EPAH) Annual Conference 2026 will take place in Athens on 17–18 March. Organised by the European Commission with local partners, it will unite policymakers, governments, and experts to share solutions tackling energy poverty through inclusive, people‑centred action.
EUSEW 2026 returns: opportunities for the BUILD UP community
EUSEW's 20th edition will bring Europe’s clean energy community together in Brussels and online. With calls now open for Policy Sessions, EUSEW Awards and a stand at the Energy Fair, stakeholders are invited to contribute solutions on energy efficiency, building renovation, and social inclusion.
Maximising solar self-consumption: 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, technologies and approaches, from energy communities to the role of blockchain in energy management