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Building Renovation

Contributions in this theme (1404)

Quantifying the Impact: Addressing Energy Poverty Through Efficiency

This webinar seeks to highlight the necessity for energy efficiency policies which address the specific needs of understudied regions and/ or contexts faced with unique challenges, like rural areas, and the tools which can complement these.

Event

Office building, Aix-en-Provence, France

The office building in Aix-en-Provence, built in the 1970s, has an SRI score of 39%. Suggested improvements, like upgrading the heating, lighting, and ventilation systems, adding solar panels, and installing motorised sun protections, could raise its score to 51%, enhancing energy efficiency, comfort, and flexibility.

Case study

09/01/2025

Infinite project: case study of sustainable building retrofit in Slovenia

The H2020 Infinite project in Slovenia showcases a sustainable building retrofit using prefabricated panels and energy-efficient solutions, reducing costs and inspiring future eco-friendly renovations across Europe.

News

09/01/2025

The DOMUS program

The DOMUS program supports residential energy rehabilitation with tailored services, leveraging local expertise, digital tools, and diverse funding to promote sustainable building decarbonisation.

Publication

09/01/2025

Enhancing sustainability metrics in Positive Energy Districts

A study on two Italian residential renovation projects highlights how Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) leverage energy efficiency, lifecycle assessments, and green certifications to promote sustainable urban development and energy self-sufficiency.

Publication

08/01/2025

REbuild Tour alla sua seconda tappa: la sostenibilità non è più un'opzione, ma una necessità

La seconda tappa del REbuild Tour 2024/2025, svoltasi a Roma, ha sottolineato l'importanza della sostenibilità nel settore immobiliare, evidenziando la necessità di metriche affidabili e soluzioni per migliorare la vivibilità e la funzionalità degli ambienti urbani.

News

07/01/2025

Hauts-De-France Pass Renovation

Hauts-de-France Pass Renovation supports homeowners and municipalities with energy-efficient home renovations by providing integrated technical and financial services, including consultations, project management, low-interest loans, and post-renovation support.

Publication

06/01/2025

World GBC's EU Policy Tracker

The EU Building Policy Tracker highlights progress and gaps in decarbonising EU buildings by 2050, emphasising the need for clearer long-term targets, circularity, and stronger financial mechanisms to meet climate goals.

Tool

06/01/2025

Green financing for sustainable buildings: tools and strategies

The building sector drives 40% of EU energy use and 36% of emissions, with green financing tools like sustainable loans, green bonds, EPCs, PPPs, and EU grants promoting energy-efficient construction and renovation.

News

06/01/2025

The Affordable Housing Initiative: a green renovation strategy

The Affordable Housing Initiative (AHI) aims to renovate 35 million buildings by 2030, create green jobs, and promote sustainable, affordable housing across Europe through innovative, community-focused projects.

News

06/01/2025

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