C40 Cities' research shows that adopting clean construction practices will reduce emissions, create millions of green jobs, and improve social equity in cities.
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Financial support for energy efficiency in buildings, research and innovation
Financial support for energy efficiency in buildings, research and innovation
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This policy report highlights that transitioning to clean construction will create more jobs, improve equity and inclusion, and requires investment, with existing city-level policies supporting a green and just transition.
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The report highlights the benefits of offsite construction in the EU, including cost savings, efficiency, and sustainability, while also addressing challenges like skills shortages, regulatory barriers, and financing constraints.
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The study assesses EU net-zero manufacturing, mapping capacities, analysing policies, and highlighting challenges, with 75% of countries offering incentives and the Net-Zero Industry Act which stands as a tool to scale up production in EU.
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Greece has launched a EUR 223.2 million programme to support households in installing solar heaters and heat pumps, aiming to reduce energy consumption and improve energy efficiency, with additional programs for homes, schools, and utilities.
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This policy brief outlines the need for transforming Europe's built environment towards climate neutrality by addressing challenges like climate change, urbanisation, and housing poverty, with the goal of creating a sustainable and resilient future.
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Spain is addressing the housing crisis through innovative, sustainable, and flexible social housing projects that prioritise community, energy efficiency, and adaptability to diverse living needs.
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This policy needs report outlines the requirements and strategies for EU Member States to implement the 2024 Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, focusing on zero-emission buildings, renovation plans, energy performance standards, and ensuring social acceptance.
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According to Passive House principles, the EU-project outPHit promotes deep retrofits which are cost-efficient and reliable. Based on model projects and with the cooperation of many partners, outPHit opens up ways to implement deep energy retrofits. In the process, solutions with a one-stop-shop approach reduce the effort for planning, execution and
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quality assurance.
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The OpenGela project enhances urban regeneration by providing neighborhood-based one-stop shops offering holistic, inclusive, and community-focused support for home renovations.
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