The European Union has formally adopted a directive on energy performance for buildings. It requires member states to develop their trajectories for reducing energy use in buildings, in addition to ...

Earlier this year a revision of Europe’s Energy Performance of Buildings Directive came into force, setting new standards for decarbonisation of the built environment. Dr Silke Krawietz looks at how ...

A new study examines the EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) through the lens of social justice, warning that building renovation policies may exacerbate social inequalities if not ...

Member States need to transpose the EPBD into their national legislation after the formal adoption by the EU. Image: Guillaume Périgois via Unsplash In April, the EU’s Energy Performance of Buildings ...

Wide angle shot of a green tree surrounded by residential houses. The sun is shining through the green. Shot from directly below the tree The European Union's Green Homes Directive, integral to the ...

The Council today adopted new rules to reduce final energy consumption at EU level by 11.7% in 2030. Member states will benefit from flexibilities in reaching the target. Member states will ...

In the midst of a crucial electoral season, EU citizens will cast their votes to shape Europe’s future. In pursuit of a more sustainable and competitive Europe, the energy efficient buildings industry ...

A new study compares seven bio-based construction materials across environmental, economic, and social criteria, identifying ...

The European Union energy commissioner and the energy ministers of the bloc’s 27 member states have signed a joint declaration to form a coalition of the public and private sectors aimed at increasing ...

The European Commission has launched a public-private alliance to increase investment in energy efficiency projects, aiming to help the European Union achieve emission reduction goals. The European ...