EU invites builders to shape AI energy roadmap
The European Commission invites building professionals to shape a new roadmap on digitalisation and artificial intelligence (AI) in energy. The initiative targets smarter, more efficient buildings and seeks expert input to guide future EU policy on sustainable construction.
AIVC September 2025 Newsletter
The September 2025 issue of the Air infiltration and Ventilation Centre (AIVC) newsletter is out.
Green financing for building retrofits
Europe faces a critical investment gap in retrofitting buildings for climate neutrality. A new strategy seeks to mobilise private finance, enhance project bankability, and foster cross-sector collaboration to accelerate the green transition.
Advancing integrated planning for resilient cities: IN-PLAN at REAL CORP 2025
How can municipalities transform their governance to embrace integrated planning and drive sustainable urban development? This question was answered by the IN-PLAN project at the International Conference on Spatial Planning in 2025 in Graz.
Smart building management systems: key to sustainability
Smart Building Management Systems (SBMS) are essential for sustainable cities. They integrate HVAC, lighting, security, and energy, optimising resources and connecting buildings with wider urban infrastructure.
Help design an effective one-stop shop for rental houses in Spain
The INSPIRE-US project invites stakeholders to complete a survey on OSS models. A first step in designing this new one-stop shop (OSS) process is to draw on existing good practices from across Europe.
Driving more energy efficient hospitals in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is moving towards more sustainable hospitals through the PEEB Cool programme. At the San Ramón Hospital, an audit revealed a potential annual saving of 208,000 kWh, paving the way for a replicable model to improve energy efficiency across the country’s healthcare facilities.
EU consultation to shape financial framework for energy-efficient renovations
The Commission has launched a consultation to design a voluntary framework for financial institutions, supporting investment in energy renovations and protecting vulnerable households. The deadline is 18 November 2025. Have your say!
‘The key financial challenge is not only in establishing One-Stop Shops, but in ensuring they evolve beyond the grant horizon into viable, enduring market actors that can continue to provide trusted, inclusive services throughout the energy transition’
Building conversations up with... Alexandra Hedesiu, Managing Partner at EnerSave Capital S.a.r.l. (Luxembourg) and Vice-Chair of the Sustainable Energy Finance Association (Brussels, Belgium).
COSMIC backs the use of artificial intelligence and data for the energy transition in the building sector
The European project COSMIC has launched its first open call: up to €150,000 for start-ups and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) applying AI and data to the energy sector. Selected applicants will validate their solutions in real-life pilots, with a strong focus on buildings and energy efficiency.