Publications

Buildings contribute over a third of the EU's energy-related carbon footprint, increasing when considering emissions from the entire life cycle of construction materials.

The event brought together representatives of Member States, industry leaders, and policymakers to discuss the future of Europe’s construction sector, and unveiled the Construction 2050 Alliance Manifesto.

En el Día Mundial de la Eficiencia Energética, Green Building Council España (GBCE) destaca la urgencia de acelerar la eficiencia energética en el sector de la edificación para cumplir con los objetivos de neutralidad climática fijados para 2050.

El Plan Nacional de Rehabilitación Energética (PNRE) de Green Building Council España destaca la necesidad de una transición energética justa y sostenible en el sector de la construcción.

This White Paper is part of the Implementation Working Group 5 on Energy Efficiency in Buildings (IWG5-Buildings) and contributes to the European Strategic Energy Technology (SET) Plan.

The document provides a comprehensive analysis of the adoption of BIM across the EU27 for the public sector, focusing on various countries.

This comprehensive guide is designed to assist municipalities in digitalising their building permit systems. It outlines the stages of digital maturity, from paper-based processes to advanced Building Information Modelling (BIM) integrated with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

The Smart Readiness Indicator (SRI) evaluates a building's ability to use information and communication technologies to enhance energy efficiency and overall performance.

This study highlights how temperature influences students' thermal comfort and air quality perceptions in classrooms, with minimal impact from CO2 levels, emphasising the need for improved ventilation strategies in Mediterranean climates.

The report outlines how adopting circular economy principles in the built environment can unlock long-term value through five strategies, promoting a regenerative future for real estate.