Real-time data against emissions in buildings
A digital twin developed in the United Kingdom makes it possible to pinpoint precisely where and how buildings generate the highest carbon emissions, opening up new opportunities for data-driven design and retrofit decisions.
From Climate Plans to Local Impact
The event will bring together European cities to explore how climate-neutrality and energy transition strategies are translated from plans into concrete action, showcasing cases from the LIFE project AT LAST and the Covenant of Mayors network.
Green Building Summit 2026
The Green Building Summit 2026 explores how future‑proof architecture and construction can shape sustainable living in Europe. Bringing together leading voices from Slovakia and beyond, it showcases international case studies and pathways towards high‑quality built environments.
Training and timber for low-carbon construction
Projects funded by the LIFE programme are promoting the use of timber in European housing, combining training, research and local supply chains to deliver greener, more affordable and aesthetically appealing homes.
What works in renovating public buildings: One-Stop-Shop models and services
A FACILITA report reviews European One‑Stop‑Shop models for public building renovation, outlining governance trends, service structures, and lessons for improving energy efficiency in Spain.
The data challenge in Poland’s building stock
A recent analysis highlights the limitations in current knowledge of Poland’s building stock, identifying the lack of comprehensive and digitalised data as a fundamental barrier to effective renovation and energy efficiency policies.
Mobilising private capital for energy efficiency
The European Commission is strengthening the mobilisation of private capital to boost energy efficiency in Europe, consolidating a partnership between Member States, industry, and the financial sector, to accelerate investment and create favourable market conditions for the clean transition.
Operational and material-related emissions: for a holistic comparability of existing buildings and new construction
A recent study presents an approach for tracking emissions across the full span of a building, detailing its rationale, origin, and intended use.
Giving LIFE to Europe’s clean energy transition
The EU institutional report ‘Giving LIFE to Europe’s clean energy transition’ brings together 28 concrete project stories of various kinds, many of which are closely linked to the energy transition of Europe’s buildings.
GreeNest pathways to Zero-Emission Buildings under Europe’s recast EPBD
What does it take to deliver ZEBs under the EPBD? Real buildings, real data, and lessons building professionals can apply now. This article explores how the Horizon Europe project GreeNest contributes to bridging the gap between regulatory objectives and practical implementation.