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.

A briefing from the European Environmental Bureau (EEB) explains that increasing renewable energy can benefit vulnerable households by extending support to those in rented or multi-home buildings, helping them save on energy costs and reduce fossil fuel reliance, with additional funding to mitigate carbon pricing impacts.

The manifesto calls for coordinated EU policies to create a just and resilient built environment, addressing social and climate challenges.