MiniStor presented its research results and policy recommendations for sustainable thermal energy storage with an ambitious agenda of activities in Brussels. The final event was held under the umbrella of the EUSEW, attracting close to 150 people in a hybrid format.
From innovative solutions in rural areas, the standardisation of construction materials to the smart integration of renewable energy sources, the initiatives presented during EUSEW reflect a strong commitment to transforming the built environment into a driver of sustainability and modernisation.
The OECD places whole life-cycle carbon at the heart of the urban climate agenda with its new report on zero-carbon buildings. The publication reinforces the role of local governments in the transition towards a more sustainable built environment, offering concrete strategies and best practices.
The European Housing Action Plan provides a coordinated response to the housing crisis in Europe. It focuses on boosting investment, implementing regulatory reforms, and enhancing local leadership to ensure access to dignified, sustainable, and affordable housing for everyone.
ICLEI Europe is once again thrilled to invite all those seeking to shape a climate-resilient future for our cities and regions to attend the 12th edition of the European Urban Resilience Forum (EURESFO) in ICLEI Member Rotterdam (The Netherlands).
Europe is advancing towards a culture of built environment by implementing architectural policies focused on quality urban design. The Architects’ Council of Europe report emphasizes that these policies are essential for promoting sustainability, social cohesion, and a sense of territorial identity
Brussels steps up climate action in the building sector with the launch of new instruments to support the preparation of National Building Renovation Plans (NBRPs). This initiative reinforces the implementation of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) and consolidates the EU’s commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability.
The newly published CWA 18127:2024 initiative drives forward the digitalisation, sustainability, and regulatory coherence of building energy performance assessments, laying the groundwork for a more transparent and integrated evaluation framework.
The European Survey on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) and Energy Renovation Policies is now open for participation. This initiative seeks insights from professionals across the building and energy sectors to identify key challenges in achieving sustainable, energy-efficient buildings across Europe.
This publication examines how subsidy schemes, such as the Social Climate Fund, must be designed with rigorous technical criteria to ensure an effective reduction in energy poverty.