Beyond savings: the social impact of energy efficiency investments in Europe
Energy efficiency is emerging as a vital force in Europe’s social and economic transformation. Beyond reducing emissions, it improves public health, combats energy poverty, and strengthens resilience, making it a cornerstone of sustainable policy and investment.
Your voice matters in the European housing construction strategy
The High Level Construction Forum invites stakeholders to take part in a key survey to help shape the European housing strategy. The deadline is 4 November. View the webinar presentation and contribute your expertise.
Call for abstracts | International Conference on Challenges for the NEXT generation BUILT Environment
The call for abstracts to participate in the 3rd International Conference on Challenges for the NEXT generation BUILT Environment (NEXTBUILT 2026) is now open! The Conference will take place on 4-5 June 2026 in Bologna (Italy).
EU Peers policy meetings: renovation public policies in France and Spain
The EU Peers policy meeting will explore renovation policies in France and Spain. Organised by Green Building Council España (GBCe) and FilaoLabs, the event will address implementation challenges, one-stop services, public support, summer energy poverty, and emerging sector actors.
EU Level(s) conference: celebrating five years of the EU framework for sustainable buildings
The European Commission DG Environment invites professionals in the built environment sector to join an online conference marking five years since the launch of Level(s): the EU common language for assessing and measuring the sustainability performance of buildings.
Sustainable design and smart control in urban offices
Timber structure, integrated photovoltaics, and intelligent control: Stora Enso’s new headquarters in Helsinki combines advanced sustainable solutions within a demanding urban environment.
Germany’s €120B energy efficiency opportunity
Germany could save €120 billion by cutting fossil fuel imports through energy efficiency. Proven technologies like LED lighting and efficient pumps offer rapid returns, boost competitiveness, and strengthen economic resilience.
SOL(AR)CHITECTURE webinar series
'Voices' represents the new vision of knowledge, an initiative launched by the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland within the European project INPERSO. It explores through three webinars the evolution of photovoltaics in architecture –fast, interactive, and inspiring.
Smart compliance, staged upgrades and quality indoor spaces: EPBD tools that deliver renovation results
How can Energy Performance Certificates, Renovation Passports, the Smart Readiness Indicator and integrated Indoor Environmental Quality considerations turn renovation plans into action? This article explores the tools aligning policies with data, ownership and outcomes.
Thermal integration and contextual design in the Alps
The single-family home 'Dzintale' combines passive design, heat recovery ventilation and biomass as a thermal source, all integrated into an architecture adapted to the Alpine terrain.