Local solutions for green buildings and constructions
This report explores how local governments, through multilevel partnerships, are driving the transition to green, resilient buildings. It highlights innovative case studies and offers actionable recommendations to accelerate climate action in urban development.
Smart walls, no bills: a housing revolution
A pioneering housing project in Germany demonstrates how energy-efficient design can eliminate the need for conventional heating. Using smart architecture and passive climate control, the building offers sustainable comfort and affordability for social tenants.
First pilot Enerphit certification for units: a retrofit in Bergamo
Bergamo’s EnerPHit pilot for a single flat is centred on scalability and cost-effectiveness. Meticulous craftsmanship and thorough insulation validation were essential, while inventive measures to eliminate thermal bridges and ensure airtightness have been successfully implemented.
Citizen-led renovation: Barriers, Opportunities and Recommendations
Join this interactive webinar that explores the key barriers and opportunities for Citizen-led Renovation (CLR) and discusses recommendations to scale up this community-driven approach.
Stakeholders gather in Zagreb within the nZEBRA project framework
HEP ESCO will host a hybrid stakeholder meeting in Zagreb as part of the EU-funded nZEBRA project with the title 'Sustainable Future of Buildings'.
Homes go all-electric: Save money, cut emissions
A new government guide encourages households to embrace all-electric living, outlining clear steps to replace gas appliances with cleaner electric alternatives. The transition promises lower energy costs, improved health, and a reduced environmental footprint.
EU invites builders to shape AI energy roadmap
The European Commission invites building professionals to shape a new roadmap on digitalisation and artificial intelligence (AI) in energy. The initiative targets smarter, more efficient buildings and seeks expert input to guide future EU policy on sustainable construction.
Turning a historic palace into a positive energy hub
A historic palace in Valladolid (Spain) is being transformed into a Positive Energy Building, blending heritage preservation with cutting-edge sustainability. The project showcases how energy efficiency and cultural integrity can coexist in urban regeneration.
DeliverEEM: delivering the Energy Efficient Mortgages ecosystem
This article explains the urgent need to scale up private finance for building renovation to meet climate goals, and shows how DeliverEEM is addressing this by developing the Energy Efficient Mortgages ecosystem.
AIVC Webinar: 'Comparing ventilation trends in Southern Europe: Italy, France and Spain'
The purpose of this webinar is to share the current status on ventilation trends in Southern Europe: Italy, France and Spain.