“Renovating the Worst Performing Residential Buildings – Examples from Hungary and Other European Countries” by András Varró & Gábor Jakab (Hétfa Research Institute) highlights why Europe must speed up building renovations to meet climate, social, and economic goals.
Why this matters
Buildings account for 40% of EU energy use and 36% of GHG emissions. Yet only 0.2% of renovations achieve deep energy savings. Without action, the 2030 climate targets are out of reach—and millions risk falling deeper into energy poverty.
Renovating Europe’s worst-performing homes isn’t just about energy—it’s about healthier living, stronger economies, and fairer societies.
Read the full brief here