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#GreenRecovery - Commission launches public consultation on Renovation Wave for energy-efficient buildings

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The Commission has opened a public consultation on measures to boost building renovation across the EU. Buildings are responsible for 40% of EU energy consumption and 36% of EU greenhouse gas emissions, so a more energy-efficient building stock is good for the planet and can make a significant contribution to the European Green Deal.

The Renovation Wave is also one of the priorities identified in the Commission's recent Recovery Package, due to the high job creation and investment potential. Through this consultation, the Commission is seeking feedback on how to increase the rate and quality of building renovations, through regulatory, policy and financial instruments. The consultation will run until 9 July and the feedback received will directly contribute to the proposals to be presented by the Commission after the summer.

Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson said: “A comfortable home and affordable energy bills are among the top priorities of every family in Europe, and we want to make this a reality for each and every one of them. At the same time, we want to renew public buildings like schools and hospitals, and commercial properties, to make sure they are both energy efficient and cost efficient. The Renovation Wave will create local jobs and economic benefits all across Europe.”

The Commission has already published a Roadmap for this initiative and a Communication and Action Plan are planned for the autumn. More information is available in this news item and the consultation can be accessed directly here.

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