Topic of the Month (October 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 'Financial schemes and support for energy renovation of buildings', with subtopics such as:
- Renovation Wave
- Revised EPBD for new energy requirements for existing buildings
- National financial schemes for energy renovation
and more!
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The Circular Cities and Regions Initiative (CCRI) opens a Call for Cities and Regions that would like to receive tailored support and mentorship in their transition towards circularity.
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Retrofitting and modular rental buildings are sustainable solutions that reduce carbon emissions, waste, and construction costs, and require government support to accelerate decarbonisation in the built environment.
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Ēkubirojs at EEDAL’24 highlighted the need for sustainable public-private financing to support home renovations and meet EU climate goals by decarbonising buildings and promoting energy-efficient solutions.
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A global alliance launched a call to action to ensure sustainable finance supports the transformation of underperforming buildings, aiming to close the gap and accelerate global decarbonisation.
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The paper outlines strategies to accelerate the transformation of existing buildings towards sustainability, focusing on inclusive financing, decarbonisation pathways, and climate resilience to prevent stranded assets.
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This report by CAN Europe and ECODES explores the link between National Building Renovation Plans and Social Climate Plans, highlighting opportunities and challenges to address energy poverty, support decarbonisation, and protect vulnerable households in the EU through inclusive renovation policies.
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Research from Foundation Home Loans reveals that two-thirds of UK landlords own properties are not meeting the government's proposed EPC 'C' targets, with many planning upgrades to comply by 2030, funding them through savings or rent increases.
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The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina has adopted a strategy to renovate buildings by 2050, aiming to reduce energy consumption, CO2 emissions, and boost economic growth through energy-efficient renovations.
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The UK faces challenges in achieving net-zero buildings due to high retrofit costs, a shortage of skilled workers, and the need for energy technology solutions, requiring collaboration and training to meet climate targets.
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Earth’s climate is in critical danger, with excessive emissions from the built environment, demanding urgent, coordinated action to reach net-zero emissions by 2050.
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