Building renovation at the heart of coal region recovery: JUSTEM report charts a path to just energy transition
JUSTEM proposes policies and projects for a just energy transition in six European coal regions, focusing its actions on building energy renovation, energy efficiency, renewable energy, social inclusion, and citizen participation.
Social leasing for efficient heating
Social leasing enables households with limited resources to access heat pumps through affordable monthly payments, without any upfront investment. With public backing and flexible contracts, it facilitates renovations in social housing and promotes energy efficiency and comfort for all.
Building the Future: Launching Europe's Open Innovation Ecosystem for Construction
This event will examine how Europe may accelerate innovation in façade and building envelope technologies. It will further consider how SMEs might enhance access to funding, testing, and strategic partnerships to expedite the delivery of sustainable solutions to market.
Are we accurately measuring the energy performance of our buildings?
A new international survey invites professionals in the sector to contribute to the search for solutions to align the estimated energy performance of buildings with their actual behaviour.
One-Stop-Shop for energy-efficient building renovation opens in Kraków
Poland has inaugurated its first on-site One-Stop-Shop to support energy-efficient building renovation. Located in Kraków, the hub offers expert guidance, financial advice, and technical support to streamline modernisation efforts and promote sustainable development.
How the one-stop-shop model in Vilnius helps to tackle energy renovation of multifamily buildings
Vilnius pioneers energy-efficient housing through its one-stop-shop (OSS) model, streamlining renovation of ageing multifamily buildings. By centralising support and funding, the initiative boosts sustainability, community engagement, and urban resilience.
Improving internal air quality in Schools
This Air Infiltration and Ventilation Centre (AIVC) webinar presents studies from four countries to document and analyse Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) in schools based on monitoring of various indoor environmental parameters, including PM and CO2.
Report of existing approaches for individual refurbishment roadmaps (IRRS) for residential buildings across Europe
European nations are adopting renovation passports to guide long-term energy upgrades in residential buildings. These tools offer tailored roadmaps, improve efficiency, and support climate goals, marking a shift in sustainable housing policy.
Findings on one-stop-shops in Europe: insights from the EU Peers community
A new EU-wide survey reveals how one-stop-shops (OSS) are accelerating residential energy efficiency. With 57 models analysed, the report highlights OSS as a vital tool in renovation policy, though funding and national recognition remain key challenges.
PEB HUB webinar: breaking barriers in Plus Energy Building design
Following the launch of the Plus Energy Building (PEB) HUB, the Horizon 2020 EU-funded project Cultural-E, in collaboration with the Architects' Council of Europe (ACE) HUB, is organising a second online webinar on 25 November.