Building Integrated Photovoltaics market to hit $86.7B by 2030
The global Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) market is set to surge, reaching $86.7 billion by 2030. Driven by green energy policies and architectural innovation, BIPV systems are reshaping sustainable construction worldwide.
EUB SuperHub's building energy certificates - tools and methods applied and validated across the EU
With the EPBD implementation in mind the sector needs adaptable and tested tools linked to digital building logbook and building assessments that the EUB SuperHub project offers.
D^2EPC's Next-generation Dynamic Digital EPCs for Enhanced Quality and User Awareness
The D^2EPC digital platform sets up a holistic, user-centric, intelligent digital system for the dynamic energy performance assessment of buildings, including AI added value services.
Green job opportunities in clean construction
Can construction be both fair and sustainable? This study shows it can: more jobs, lower carbon emissions, and better working conditions in seven cities that are already taking action.
Organic solar facade breakthrough by Next Energy
Next Energy has unveiled the world’s first large-format building-integrated organic photovoltaic (BIPV) façade, marking a significant step forward in sustainable architecture and solar innovation. The installation showcases both aesthetic and energy-generating potential.
Healthy homes: Retrofit revolution begins
A pioneering Bradford study explores how energy-efficient retrofits in social housing impact indoor air quality, residents’ health, and the environment. Researchers will monitor over 400 homes to assess both benefits and potential unintended consequences.
EU’s 2040 climate vision: 95% emissions cut
The Rådet for Grøn Omstilling (RGO) proposes a bold climate roadmap for the EU, aiming to cut emissions by 95% by 2040 and reach net zero by 2045. The plan prioritises renewables, electrification, and circular economy reforms, positioning Europe as a global leader in green transformation.
University of Coimbra boosts home efficiency with heat-storing technology
The University of Coimbra is pioneering advanced materials that function as thermal batteries, aiming to enhance domestic energy efficiency. This innovative approach could significantly reduce household energy consumption and promote sustainable living.
EU Market Outlook for Solar Power: 2025 Mid-Year Analysis
The EU solar sector continues its upward trajectory, with mid-2025 figures confirming robust growth. SolarPower Europe’s latest analysis highlights record installations, policy momentum, and the technology’s central role in the continent’s clean energy transition.
EU and Japan compare strategies towards Zero Energy Buildings
REHVA and SHASE present a comparative analysis on zero energy and zero emission buildings in the EU and Japan, highlighting regulatory developments, calculation methodologies, and proposals to harmonise standards in pursuit of climate neutrality in the built environment.