Renovation Revolution
Europe needs a renovation revolution.
Increased deep renovation rates are key to saving energy, cutting emissions and meeting Europe’s climate goals.
Climate Group's Renovation Revolution project brings together companies, subnational governments and environmental sector NGOs to research and share findings on driving up deep renovation rates in Europe's commercial and public buildings.
How to deliver a renovation revolution in Europe’s buildings
Slashing emissions in Europe hinges on a renovation revolution. This handbook is a three step, practical guide for governments, businesses, and financial institutions, on how to collaborate to drive up Europe's energy renovation rates.
The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) in the EU seeks to upgrade Europe’s building stock to a zero emissions level by 2050, and the EU is aiming to renovate at least 35 million buildings by 2030. Yet at the current pace, it would take at least a century to renovate Europe’s existing building stock into highly efficient, sustainable buildings.
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About the project
In the EU, renovation rates are currently 1% a year, well below the 2.5% recommended by the IEA to reach net zero by 2050. What's more, buildings are responsible for 40% of energy consumption and 36% of greenhouse gas emissions in the EU.
With our project partners, we’re working to unleash a renovation revolution in Europe’s built environment, shining a light on the latest energy efficiency innovations and exploring how governments and corporates can scale them up to drive down emissions in European buildings.
Together we are uncovering the barriers and opportunities around increased deep renovation rates in Europe, including financial barriers, regulatory hurdles, and the differing priorities of landlords of tenants. Opportunities include improved health and wellbeing, cost savings, and enhanced energy security.
Get in touch
To learn more about Renovation Revolution or to get involved, get in touch with the team here.
