From innovative solutions in rural areas, the standardisation of construction materials to the smart integration of renewable energy sources, the initiatives presented during EUSEW reflect a strong commitment to transforming the built environment into a driver of sustainability and modernisation.
European collaboration within the EASI ZERo project is driving innovation in sustainable building materials, promoting circular and low-carbon solutions for deep energy renovation across the built environment.
A new report warns that the EU must close an annual investment gap of €149 billion in building energy renovation to meet its 2030 climate targets. The study calls for coordination between public and private bodies to prevent a social impact comparable to the 2022 energy crisis.
‘The key ingredients for a transformational NBRP aren’t so much about new technology but about new financing models and business approaches to make renovation feasible and attractive’: Risto Kosonen, Professor from the Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering, at Aalto University, Finland.
The EU-funded FACILITA initiative has launched a Community of Practice to support local and regional authorities in delivering faster, greener, and more cost-effective public building renovations across Europe.