
MBH Mortgage Bank is increasing green real estate financing EUR 21.1 million for energy-efficient projects, following a successful bond auction that raised nearly 31.2 million.
MBH Mortgage Bank is increasing green real estate financing EUR 21.1 million for energy-efficient projects, following a successful bond auction that raised nearly 31.2 million.
Buildings in the EU contribute significantly to environmental issues, prompting the need for a comprehensive policy approach to promote sustainable practices across their life cycle, including prioritising renovation, circular construction, low-impact materials, climate resilience and ensuring affordable housing through participatory decision-making and subsidies.
Companies prioritising energy efficiency and retrofitting buildings will benefit from lower costs, regulatory resilience, and sustainability, while those waiting for cleaner energy grids may fall behind.
The built environment's high emissions necessitate urgent, equitable decarbonisation efforts that prioritise stakeholder inclusion and align with broader urban systems to create sustainable, resilient communities.
NYCEDC is leading efforts to decarbonise New York City's building sector, responsible for 70% of its emissions, through initiatives like circular construction, low-carbon materials, and climate tech, supporting the city's 2050 carbon neutrality goal while creating green jobs.
The September 2024 issue of the AIVC newsletter is out.
While the path to decarbonising Europe's building sector is fraught with challenges, adopting diverse and innovative financing mechanisms for building renovation is crucial to achieving the objectives of the European Green Deal. This article provides a non-exhaustive overview of the current financial instruments available for stimulating building renovation in the EU, sheds light on the obstacles impeding access to these resources and explores ongoing policy efforts and solutions to accelerate the transition towards a more energy-efficient built environment.
The World Green Building Council's MEPS factsheet provides a framework and recommendations for implementing energy efficiency standards and renovation policies in line with the EPBD.
A recent publication from the INFINITE project highlights the importance of stakeholder involvement in driving industrialised deep renovation of old buildings.
Streamlining Energy Savings Calculations in the EU Member States +