Aligning construction rules with Europe’s green goals
Sustainable transition demands regulatory coherence in construction. The sector relies on materials such as steel and cement, which account for a large share of emissions. Avoiding duplication between new labels and existing standards, key to ensuring sustainable buildings without driving up costs.
COP30 highlights energy waste in buildings and calls for improved efficiency
COP30 highlighted the need to reduce energy waste in buildings through operational optimisation, including AI-based solutions, as a key measure to improve energy efficiency and lower emissions in the built environment.
Submit your urban innovation proposal to the international conference ReSBE 2026
Drive the transformation of the built environment through sustainability and the circular economy. Collaborate with experts to create innovative solutions in design, materials and digitalisation, shaping regenerative and resource-efficient cities.
Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD): practical guidance available in all EU languages
The European Commission has published practical guidance in all EU languages to help implement the revised EPBD into national legislation by May 2026, guiding new provisions and the calculation of cost-optimal levels.
European Affordable Housing Plan
The European Commission has launched the 'European Affordable Housing Plan', placing housing at the centre of the European agenda and highlighting the need for coordinated public action, financing and reforms to ensure access to sustainable and affordable housing.
ManagEnergy Workshop on Energy Communities
The ManagEnergy Workshop on 25 February 2026 in Wels will equip energy agencies to advance Energy Communities. It explores policy, finance, citizen engagement, One‑Stop-Shops, and DSO cooperation, showcasing practical examples to strengthen community‑led clean‑energy action.
‘What is key to making benefits for residents visible is to launch a fast first local home retrofit’
Building conversations up with... Sébastien Delpont, Co-founder and President at RESSORTS.
Sustainable renovation at the Mergelina Faculty
The renovation of the Mergelina Faculty (Valladolid, Spain) transforms a 1960s building into a benchmark for efficiency: advanced insulation, smart solar control and ventilation with heat recovery cut energy demand and enhance comfort without losing identity.
Innovative business models towards sustainable energy development
How does blockchain drive energy efficiency in buildings through Pay-for-Performance (P4P) contracts, tokenisation and smart management, addressing key benefits and risks?
Support to the preparation of Social Climate Plans
Discover how nine EU countries are preparing plans to mitigate the social impact of emissions trading in buildings and transport, moving towards a fair climate transition.