Topic of the Month (April 2024)
Each month a relevant topic and several sub-topics are covered in detail. For the Topic of the Month, content following a common thread is developed by BUILD UP Editorial Board in collaboration with the Board of Ambassadors and other relevant experts in the field. This includes producing articles, case studies, webinars and more, all in line with the specific topic selected. Relevant events are also identified and highlighted.
Topics of the Month are announced at the end of the previous month in our website and newsletter. Please write us if you wish to know more about our upcoming topics of the month.
This month, the ToM is "Affordable, inclusive and energy efficient buildings". Be ready for these subtopics:
- Revised EPBD with Minimum Energy Performance Standards
- Social housing
- Renovation Wave
and more!
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The building sector plays a key role in meeting the Green Deal's goal of net-zero emissions by 2050, as residential heating and cooling account for a significant portion of the EU's energy consumption, with much of it still reliant on fossil fuels. The 'Fit for 55' legislative package aims to reduce emissions by 55% by 2030, but its fragmented structure presents challenges, and gaps remain for full decarbonisation. The study focuses on whether the EU is on track for decarbonisation, aligning with 2050 goals, and addressing gaps in the 2040 framework.
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Innovative buildings and materials are essential for reducing the 39% of global energy-related carbon emissions, with strategies like interest-free financing and energy-as-a-service models for retrofitting, enhancing energy efficiency through advanced technologies.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The manifesto calls for coordinated EU policies to create a just and resilient built environment, addressing social and climate challenges.
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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.
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Participate in the UIPI survey on sustainable building renovation and help enrich the discussion on future building policies.
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The EU Commission provides guidance documents to help Member States implement revised directives on renewable energy and energy efficiency. What’s in it for the building sector?
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Households contribute 40% of UK greenhouse gas emissions, and habits like temperature preferences and window use impact energy consumption, underscoring the need for both sustainable home design and resident education.
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