Brașov aims to become Romania’s green capital
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) provides up to €29.9 million to finance energy‑saving upgrades in public buildings in Brasov, Romania.
The OSR-Coop project: cooperative one-stop-shops driving Europe’s citizen-led renovation
Read how energy communities deliver citizen-led renovation (CLR) through cooperative one-stop-shop (OSS) models that simplify renovation processes, include citizens, enhance local trust, and create new opportunities.
Tackling energy poverty in Europe’s building transition: ensuring no one is left behind
Energy poverty is a major challenge in Europe, especially for vulnerable households in inefficient buildings. The text explores how policies, renovation strategies, finance and local action can work together to ensure a fair transition towards healthy, affordable and energy-efficient homes for all.
2025 in review: insights and trends shaping the decarbonisation of Europe’s building stock
In 2025, BUILD UP explored the developments defining Europe’s building decarbonisation agenda. This review highlights the year’s central themes, from national renovation plans and digitalisation to one-stop-shops, and the community’s selected topic: energy poverty and vulnerability.
Monitoring & Energy Performance - Brussels
The Brussels workshop on 27 January 2026 explores how digital monitoring can enhance building energy performance. It reviews the legal framework, UK experiences, measured indicators, and practical project insights, offering a comprehensive view of future data‑driven approaches.
Sustainable house in Tangier: positive energy in action
The House of Sustainable Development in Tangier is a building that produces three times the energy it consumes thanks to renewables and bioclimatic design. It combines clean technology and passive solutions to deliver comfort, cut emissions, and showcase the future of energy efficiency.
EU postpones carbon pricing for buildings to 2028 in climate law deal
EU institutions and Member States agreed to postpone the start of Emissions Trading System 2 (ETS2) within the European Union, revising the timeline to 2028 in order to integrate the measure into the revised climate law while considering progress reviews and competitiveness.
Invitation to join the High Level Construction Forum initiative
Would you like to take part in the High Level Construction Forum and contribute to EU-level discussions on construction policy priorities, including matters related to building performance and energy efficiency?
Environmental and social impacts across industry sectors
The Organisation for Economic Co‑operation and Development (OECD) warns: construction concentrates critical impacts on climate, resources, and labour rights. Cutting emissions, improving conditions, and applying sustainable standards are key to transforming the sector.
Increasing benefit sharing of renewable energy projects
How can we increase social acceptance of renewable energy projects through benefit-sharing mechanisms?