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EU with new rules to drive decarbonisation of real estate. The new rules will ensure the deployment of suitable solar energy installations in new buildings, public buildings and existing non-residential ones under renovation that requires a permit. They will also provide for sustainable mobility infrastructure, including recharging points for electric cars in or next to buildings Let’s speed up!

🏢 Last week, the Council of the European Union has formally adopted a revised #directive to make buildings in the EU emission-free by 2050. Key highlights of the directive include: ·        All new buildings must be zero-emission by 2030. ·        Residential buildings should see a 16% reduction in average primary energy use by 2030, and 20-22% by 2035. Over half of this should come from renovating old buildings. ·        Fossil fuel boilers will be phased out by 2040. ·        New buildings will be required to be ready to accommodate #solar panels on their roofs and provide #electricvehicle charging infrastructure. 🚀 Some of these goals are very ambitious and a few years delay would be no surprise. But the package tackles a critical source of #GHG emissions (the buildings sector accounts for more than 1/3 of all energy related GHG emissions in the #EU!) and can help support a wave of #investments in #energyefficiency and smart #technology for buildings. Link: https://lnkd.in/eBsY6vvi #marketingcommunication #esg #innovation #environment #regulation #climate The Leonie and Norman Institute is linked to the Trium Sustainable Innovators (“TSI”) portfolio management team, which is part of Trium Capital LLP. TSI views and opinions may not necessarily represent the views of Trium Capital LLP.

The rapid electrification of Australia's grid is impacting emissions now and is projected to 2034. It's critical to think through an electrification strategy for the long-term ROI and understand that there is no "one-size-fits-all" approach. #electrification #decarbonization #decarbonizebuildings https://lnkd.in/gGn6FepG

Decarbonising the public sector is expected to save an estimated £650 million per year on average to 2037. At Energy Oasis we take a truly holistic view towards energy efficiency and carbon reduction. Whether that's heating, lighting, or renewable generation, we tailor our approach to each clients circumstances to achieve the greatest impact. So its great to see more than half a billion pounds being made available to the public sector and businesses with high energy consumption, to improve their overall energy infrastructure whilst working towards net zero and cutting costs. #decarbonisation #PublicSectorDecarbonisationScheme #NetZero #UKEnergy

Over 29 million UK homes will need retrofitting before 2050 to meet the government’s net zero carbon emissions target 🎯 To support this target, LHC Procurement Group’s Retrofit and Decarbonisation (N9) framework aims to help UK local authorities and housing associations meet energy efficiency and decarbonisation targets. The framework focuses on ⬇ - High-quality contractors - Grant funding support - Fabric first and individual measures - Collaboration and best practices - Driving high standards - Innovative technologies Find out more here: https://bit.ly/3xGrEMo #retrofitting #netzero #decarbonisation #energyefficiency

European Union Paves the Way for a Greener Future with Groundbreaking Building Directive. The Council of the European Union has recently endorsed the updated Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), setting a new standard for environmental responsibility in the building sector across Europe. Under this directive, a significant policy shift mandates zero emissions for all new buildings by 2030, aligning with the EU’s ambitious climate targets. The directive addresses buildings, a critical area in the fight against climate change, given that they account for 40% of the EU's energy consumption and 36% of its energy-related greenhouse gas emissions. This move will see a phased elimination of fossil fuels in heating systems by 2040, with the ultimate goal of transitioning all EU buildings to zero emissions by 2050. Significantly, the directive calls for public buildings to reach these zero-emission targets by 2028, two years ahead of the private sector. It also sets forth aggressive energy reduction targets: residential buildings are to cut primary energy use by 16% by 2030, increasing to 20-22% by 2035, through extensive renovations of the least energy-efficient buildings. Moreover, the directive is pioneering the integration of solar energy into the building sector. It stipulates that all new buildings must be equipped to support rooftop solar installations, whether photovoltaic or thermal, promoting the adoption of renewable energy sources. This directive not only aims to significantly reduce emissions but also to alleviate energy poverty, ensuring that renovations are affordable and accessible, especially for the most vulnerable households. By this legislative action, the EU solidifies its leadership in sustainable development and climate mitigation. #SustainabilityinAction #EURegulations #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateChange #ZeroEmissionBuildings #RenewableEnergy #EnergyEfficiency #ESGSummitEurope2024 https://loom.ly/5lEIWNg

The EU Council's adoption of a revised directive on building #energy performance signals a significant stride towards curbing #greenhouse gas emissions and addressing #energypoverty. By 2030, all new buildings must be #zeroemission, with a broader target of achieving zero-emission building stock by 2050. The directive introduces minimum #energy performance standards for non-residential buildings, aiming to phase out the worst-performing ones gradually. Member states will focus on progressive renovation to reduce residential #energy use by 16% in 2030 and 20–22% by 2035, with a particular emphasis on supporting vulnerable households. Fossil fuel boilers will be phased out by 2040 to advance the #decarbonisation of the #building sector. Additionally, the directive prioritises the deployment of #solarenergy installations and #sustainable mobility infrastructure, such as #electriccar recharging points and bicycle parking spaces. These measures not only promote #environmental #sustainability but also enhance #energyefficiency, driving the EU towards a greener future.   #GreenBuilding #EnergyEfficiency #EUInitiatives #ClimateAction #Sustainability 

An inspiring read – putting waste heat to good use is win/win/win/win!

The government recently released a comprehensive plan to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from buildings by 65% by 2035 and 90% by 2050. The goals to reach the emissions reduction targets for the building sector include: 📌 Increasing building energy efficiency. 📌 Accelerating onsite emissions reductions. 📌 Transforming the interactions between buildings and the electricity grid. 📌 Minimizing the emissions from producing, transporting, installing, and disposing of building materials. #Construction #Sustainability https://lnkd.in/enp6Ennf

This is an inspirational article. How can your business identify the waste heat it generates – and put it to good use? There's lots of best practice to draw on...