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The image shows an aerial view of an industrial area with several facilities, storage areas and transport infrastructure. Steam emissions from the facilities highlight the industrial activity and its interaction with the surrounding environment.
Designing buildings for the climate of 2080

A new open climate dataset makes it possible to anticipate how the energy needs of European buildings will change and design them for the conditions they will actually face.

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The image shows an aerial view of an urban building complex with green roofs and abundant integrated vegetation. The design combines architecture and natural spaces, contributing to improved sustainability and climate adaptation in the urban environment.
Digitalisation transforms building management

Digitalisation can improve the performance of the building stock, but moving towards more autonomous buildings requires the integration of technologies, data and specialised knowledge through closer collaboration.

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The image shows an architectural model of a sustainable building featuring abundant vegetation, green roofs and solar panels. The design, set on technical drawings, represents the integration of energy efficiency, renewable energy and nature-based solutions in buildings.
Romania promotes green roofs on buildings

Romania is strengthening climate adaptation in its cities with new requirements for green roofs, permeable surfaces and shading in large buildings and car parks.

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Urban adaptation to extreme heat

European research combines climate forecasting, urban adaptation and nature-based solutions to reduce the impacts of extreme heat, droughts and wildfires.

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New European funding for energy in cities

The European City Facility will mobilise €11.1 million to help 185 local authorities turn their energy and climate plans into viable investment projects.

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DHC Market Outlook 2026

District heating and cooling networks are advancing in Europe with more renewables, waste heat and electrification. The challenge now is to turn this progress into large-scale deployment through investment, planning and stable policies.

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