Romania is preparing to implement the renovation passports required under the EPBD. The challenge is not only regulatory: it also involves coordinating data, financing, technical capacities and digital tools to accelerate the deep renovation of the building stock.
Romania is at a decisive stage in adapting renovation passports to the characteristics of its building stock and to the requirements of the new Energy Performance of Buildings Directive. The report highlights that the country has a promising foundation thanks to its energy performance certificates, ongoing digitalisation projects and the experience accumulated by organisations such as ROENEF, while emphasising the need to strengthen institutional coordination, professional training and financing mechanisms.
Among the main challenges are the high proportion of ageing buildings, difficulties in accessing specialised services in rural areas, and the shortage of reliable data on the least energy-efficient properties. To address these barriers, a gradual implementation is proposed, integrating renovation passports with energy performance certificates, one-stop shops, and future digital building logbooks. The strategy includes pilot projects, interoperable digital tools, and targeted support for rural communities and vulnerable households to facilitate deep renovations and accelerate the transition.
