Topic of the month
This month, we explore how the EPBD supports the transition towards climate-neutral and zero emission buildings (ZEBs) across Europe:
- Policy frameworks and criteria for zero-emission buildings under the EPBD
- Cost-optimal methodologies, primary energy calculations and lifecycle approaches
- National Building Renovation Plans, MEPS and renovation strategies
- Renewable energy integration, smart readiness and next-generation EPCs
- Stakeholder engagement and social acceptance in the ZEB transition
…and more!
What is new in BUILD UP?
- SUPERSHINE final results: sustainable and inclusive social housing renovation in Europe
SUPERSHINE final results: sustainable and inclusive social housing renovation in EuropePublicationMarta Falsini - Architectural integration at the Paul Van Ostaijen Site, in Belgium
Architectural integration at the Paul Van Ostaijen Site, in BelgiumCase studyLucia Barin - Definition and principles for Near-Zero Emission and Resilient Buildings (NZERBs)
Definition and principles for Near-Zero Emission and Resilient Buildings (NZERBs)PublicationEditorial team - Revised EPBD sets new requirements for zero emission buildings
Revised EPBD sets new requirements for zero emission buildingsNewsEditorial team - WLC-Scenario-Explorer: new scenario tool supports EU efforts to address whole life carbon in buildings
WLC-Scenario-Explorer: new scenario tool supports EU efforts to address whole life carbon in buildingsToolEditorial team - New UIPI report: property owners contribute to better neighbourhoods
New UIPI report: property owners contribute to better neighbourhoodsPublicationAnder Jimenez
Upcoming events
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The 2026 meeting of BUILD UP’s Board of Ambassadors focused on the practical implementation of the EPBD across Central and Eastern European countries, presenting national case studies from Hungary, Poland, Romania and Serbia.
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BUILD UP brought together representatives from the European Commission, the Flemish region in Belgium and other key stakeholders to discuss the implementation challenges and solutions of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) across Member States.
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