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EPEE’s reply to the call for evidence on the Energy Efficiency legal framework after 2030

European Partnership for Energy and the Environment (EPEE) outlines recommendations on energy efficiency, waste heat recovery and policy coherence in its response to the EU’s call for evidence.

Policy and regulatory developments at EU, national or regional levels

Energy efficiency technologies and solutions

Heating, Ventilation and Cooling

01/07/2026

Editorial team

Skilled technician inspecting a residential heat pump, with EU-themed safety and training visuals highlighting harmonised clean energy skills.

Safe heat pump deployment requires harmonised skills across Europe

The article explores how the SKILLSAFE-EU project supports the safe installation of heat pumps (HPs) using highly flammable (A3) refrigerants in the context of evolving EU legislation.

Heating and cooling, including at the district level

Policy and regulatory developments at EU, national or regional levels

Training and education, capacity building and construction skills for improved energy performance in buildings

Zero-emission buildings

Building Renovation

Energy efficiency technologies and solutions

Heating, Ventilation and Cooling

22/06/2026

Editorial team

Written interview with Marek Miara banner

‘Renovation is not a prerequisite for installing a heat pump’

Building conversations up with... Dr. Marek Miara, Founder and CEO at Heat Pumps Watch.

Heating and cooling, including at the district level

Policy and regulatory developments at EU, national or regional levels

Training and education, capacity building and construction skills for improved energy performance in buildings

User Experience and occupant behaviour

Zero-emission buildings

Building Renovation

Energy efficiency technologies and solutions

Heating, Ventilation and Cooling

30/06/2026

Editorial team

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EU seeks stronger alignment between housing and energy policy

EU institutions and stakeholders discuss how to better coordinate housing and energy policy as rising costs and inadequate building performance increase pressure on vulnerable households.

Policy and regulatory developments at EU, national or regional levels

Societal issue where these relate to the energy efficiency and renewable energy in buildings

30/06/2026

Editorial team

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Cyprus cooling demand far exceeds EU average

A European Commission report highlights Cyprus’ exceptionally high cooling needs, low heating demand and the implications for household energy use, heating systems and building performance.

Heating, Ventilation and Cooling

30/06/2026

Editorial team

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The delivery challenge of NBRPs

A joint analysis by Climact of six Member States’ National Building Renovation Plans identifies progress and remaining gaps in turning ambition into effective delivery systems.

Policy and regulatory developments at EU, national or regional levels

Societal issue where these relate to the energy efficiency and renewable energy in buildings

Building Renovation

30/06/2026

Editorial team

AIVC 2026: Innovations in smart ventilation and internal environmental quality for resilient and adaptive buildings

Τhe Air Infiltration and Ventilation Centre (AIVC), TightVent and Venticool 2026 joint conference is accepting abstracts and proposals for topical sessions. The conference will be held on September 30 and October 1, 2026, at the Songdo International District in Incheon, Republic of Korea.

Maria Kapsalaki

RoomVent 2026

RoomVent 2026, held in Prague on 15–18 September, will gather experts worldwide to discuss indoor air quality, ventilation, and sustainable building design. The 18th edition of this leading conference will showcase research, innovation, and collaboration for healthier, energy‑efficient spaces.

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BUS2 FRANCE

BUILD UP SKILLS 2 FRANCE

SeetheSkills

Sustainable EnErgy Skills in construction: Visible, Validated, Valuable

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