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“The Renovation Wave can cut EU gas imports and reduce consumer bills”
Rising gas prices are ringing social and political alarm bells. It is officially estimated that over 96m people in the EU are at risk of social exclusion, and this damning figure predates the worst impacts of COVID. It seems likely that many people will struggle to properly heat their homes this winter.
Italy: Creating a new generation of safe and sustainable buildings requires changes to Italian fire regulations
Prohibiting combustible façade insulation and cladding on high-rise and high-risk buildings will be a major step toward aligning Italy’s fire regulations with other EU countries and creating a new generation of fire-safe buildings.
Not quite nearly zero-energy buildings: Why the EU-27 must strengthen and rigorously implement nZEB standards
Strengthened national nZEB standards and rigorous implementation are a key ingredient to achieving Europe’s wider climate goals for 2030 and 2050, as well as increased comfort and well-being for occupants and long-term security for investors.
Stark climate change conclusions, optimism about building sector’s potential
The recently released IPCC report details a long series of stark, science-based observations regarding the state of climate change and the likely impacts in years ahead.
Challenge: zero carbon across a building’s life
Choosing the right strategy and taking action early to address the hidden carbon emissions in the building sector becomes more and more urgent.
Fire Safety: A Once in a Decade Opportunity to Make Our Buildings Safer
The renovation wave presents a once in a decade opportunity to improve fire safety in the world’s buildings. Here is why it’s a smart investment for the future.
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