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.
Oslo's VISIBLE project advances sustainable construction through emission-free machinery, material reuse, and socially responsible practices, providing a model for other cities to achieve a cleaner, fairer construction sector.
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
quality assurance.
Let’s have a closer look at the significance of historic buildings. Why is it crucial to prioritise their refurbishment, and what challenges do these projects typically encounter, making them so complex to manage?
A health sector building in Western Slovenia underwent energy renovation in 2019, achieving an SRI score of 18%, with potential upgrades like photovoltaic panels and smart systems promising a rise to 51% and improved efficiency, comfort, and flexibility.
The OpenGela project enhances urban regeneration by providing neighborhood-based one-stop shops offering holistic, inclusive, and community-focused support for home renovations.
A draughty cottage in Blackburn North was transformed into a sustainable, energy-efficient Passivehouse-standard home using recycled materials and ecological design.
The call for presentations and poster outlines is open until 20 January 2025. We encourage active participation, and therefore, we are inviting all those interested to apply to present at one of the panel sessions or submit a poster. There are also several options for EU or other projects to participate in the event.
The webinar will focus on energy poverty and the crucial role of One-Stop Shops (OSSs) for the residential sector in its alleviation and in supporting the renovation of energy-poor households.
Support and networks to accelerate the construction and renovation innovation track to market.