Work has commenced at 2 pilot sites in Barcelona and Brussels as part of the European project RECONSTRUCT. The two resulting buildings will challenge conventional construction by integrating circularity throughout their lifecycle phases: design, material selection, assembly, and deconstruction.

The Council of the EU has adopted the updated Construction Products Regulation to streamline market rules, support sustainability, and enable digital transparency in the construction sector.

Iceland's National Pavilion at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition will feature 'Lavaforming', a project by architect Arnhildur Pálmadóttir that explores creating sustainable building materials from controlled lava flows, showcasing the country's commitment to innovative design and environmental sustainability.

The construction industry must rapidly decarbonise by partnering with innovative startups to develop sustainable solutions, such as zero-carbon cement and CO2 mineralisation technologies, to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and meet climate goals.

The 2022-2023 Grand Prize was awarded to Plymouth's innovative heating and cooling grid, with applications now open for the 2024-2025 edition. The contest aims for 230 projects globally, culminating in awards at COP30 in Brazil, highlighting sustainability efforts.