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This High Level Construction Forum video series explores the benefits and challenges of implementing Digital Building Logbooks, which centralise building data to enhance information sharing and support the digital transformation of the construction ecosystem.

SOFTacademy is an EU-funded project that will renovate apartment buildings and courtyards in Mustamäe, in Tallin, focusing on sustainability, community involvement, and innovative urban design, with work set to begin in 2025.

The Construction Blueprint 2 project aims to improve training and qualifications in the construction sector to address digital and green transitions, supporting the goal of upskilling 30% of the workforce annually by 2030.

The Genk oPEN Living Lab session reflected on challenges in renovating Waterschei, focusing on managing expectations, optimising processes, and navigating complexities, with the goal of advancing its Positive Energy Neighbourhood vision.

The citizen-led renovation initiative is expanding to provide tailored support through enabling structures, empowering energy communities across Europe to undertake and scale building energy renovations for a sustainable transition.

Deutsche Sanierungsberatung (dsb), a Berlin-based energy consulting start-up, raised €3.6 million in Seed funding to simplify energy-efficient renovations for German homeowners through a digital platform that offers services from planning to government subsidies.

The seventh carbon budget highlights the need for rapid decarbonisation in buildings, focusing on energy efficiency and electric heating, with urgent policy actions and investment to achieve long-term climate goals.

The 2024-2025 competition has announced its candidates. Coming from 26 different countries, all of them incorporate solutions that, if replicated on a large scale, will help decarbonise the construction sector. Vote for your favourites!

In 2025, environmental challenges in development will focus on sustainability, biodiversity, air quality, water management, and decarbonisation, requiring collaboration and innovative solutions to meet ambitious policies and targets.

DSOs play a crucial role in supporting energy communities by enhancing grid resilience, integrating renewables, and fostering collaboration through smart grid technologies and consumer engagement.