
Report: 20 policy levers to decarbonise buildings in Europe
Europe's built environment plays a crucial role in global emissions reduction, and there is a necessity for the practical implementation of sustainable finance strategies by EU institutions.
Luca Papapietro
Trends in building and ductwork airtightness in New Zealand
AIVC's Ventilation Information Paper #45.11 summarises current knowledge on trends in building and ductwork airtightness in New Zealand.
Maria Kapsalaki

La roadmap italiana verso la neutralità climatica degli edifici
La strada italiana per il raggiungimento della neutralità climatica degli edifici, non solo durante la fase d’utilizzo ma lungo l’intero ciclo di vita. Presentate possibili strategie e strumenti in un report basato su quanto già fatto in altri paesi europei.
Luca Papapietro

World GBC’s #BuildingLife Roadmap Analysis report
The #BuildingLife Project catalyses European sustainability efforts by championing the Whole Life Carbon vision within Green policies.
Luca Papapietro

EPBD recast - Published in the Official Journal of EU
The EPBD recast prioritises increasing building renovation rates, enhancing indoor environmental quality, providing tailored national strategies, implementing targeted financing, and tenant protections while aligning with the European Green Deal's climate objectives.
Luca Papapietro

EPBD recast – Decrypting EPBD
The paper examines updates in the EPBD revision, emphasising its pivotal role in introducing crucial changes to building regulations towards decarbonisation goals.
Luca Papapietro

EPBD recast - Understanding the directive
Facts and infographics to illustrate the EU directive aiming to achieve climate neutrality of buildings by 2050.
Luca Papapietro

A report on sustainable management of construction and demolition waste
The European Commission prioritises sustainable management of Construction and Demolition Waste, favouring recycling and reuse over incineration and landfilling to maximise environmental benefits.
Luca Papapietro

Tools for tackling energy demand and emissions
A study offers insights into tools assessing heating and cooling energy demand in European buildings.
Luca Papapietro

Policy brief on sustainable and circular construction
This publication outlines EU efforts to encourage local and regional authorities to foster a circular and sustainable building sector, featuring innovative policies and successful practices for broader adoption.
Luca Papapietro