Global practices of net zero carbon building design and construction
An international study examines how six countries are progressing towards net-zero carbon buildings, highlighting a growing adoption of low-carbon technologies but still limited implementation of carbon estimation tools and robust enabling frameworks.
An integrated monitoring, reporting and evaluation framework for effective EPBD implementation
A new integrated framework proposes transforming the monitoring of the European Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) into a strategic tool, connecting data, objectives, and evaluation in order to accelerate the decarbonisation of the building stock.
EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD): Fact Sheet
This fact sheet by the Climate Change Advisory Council explains the key implications of the revised EPBD. It outlines how the directive aligns decarbonisation, renovation and digitalisation to steer Europe’s building stock towards zero-emission buildings by 2050.
What works in renovating public buildings: One-Stop-Shop models and services
A FACILITA report reviews European One‑Stop‑Shop models for public building renovation, outlining governance trends, service structures, and lessons for improving energy efficiency in Spain.
Operational and material-related emissions: for a holistic comparability of existing buildings and new construction
A recent study presents an approach for tracking emissions across the full span of a building, detailing its rationale, origin, and intended use.
Transforming cities: an exploratory research journey on the EU Green Transition
A Joint Research Centre report analyses how cities contribute to the EU green transition, identifying conditions that support zero‑emission goals and energy‑efficient urban systems.
The BPIE library of Energy Performance of Buildings Directive implementation reports
The 2026 BPIE Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) Library presents a curated set of materials designed to guide national authorities in preparing for EPBD implementation, offering structured insights, practical references, and examples from across Europe.
Estrategia Nacional contra la Pobreza Energética 2026-2030
España redefine su respuesta a la pobreza energética con una estrategia 2026-2030 que desplaza el foco asistencial hacia reformas estructurales, rehabilitación y gobernanza multinivel, integrando justicia social, salud y adaptación climática.
EU Peers policy meeting #2: Spain & France
The dialogue between Spain and France reveals both progress and tensions in renovation policies, highlighting the urgency of integrating financing, local governance, and thermal comfort in order to accelerate a just transition.
DENA-GEBÄUDEREPORT 2026
Der dena‑Gebäudereport 2026 zeigt zentrale Entwicklungen im deutschen Gebäudebestand, darunter Struktur, Baualter, Wohnflächen, Bautätigkeit und energetische Nutzung.