To promote improved energy performance of buildings, the EU’s Energy Performance of Buildings Directive requires all new buildings to be nearly zero-energy buildings (nZEB). However, the large-scale uptake of nZEB construction of new buildings and renovation towards nZEB levels is a challenge. Many EU Member States have not yet fully embraced nZEB due to the high costs and the skills gaps in the building sector.
Read more Read lessEffective nZEB implementation: (1) by addressing the key identified barriers of nZEB implementation in focused markets, (2) by supporting the enhancement of skills framework by new market driven mutual recognition training and certification scheme for nZEB deployment that will facilitate the necessary legislative changes and (3) through development and communication of toolboxes, tailored guidance and practical support to engage home owners and public authorities to reach the nZEB benefits.
Read more Read lessThe EU-funded nZEB Ready project will increase market readiness for an effective nZEB implementation. It will address the main barriers in Bulgaria, Croatia, Portugal, Poland and Romania and support skills enhancement with a mutual recognition training and certification scheme. The project will also raise awareness about nZEB benefits.
Read more Read lessCenter for Energy Efficiency, National Institute for Research-Development in Constructions, National Laboratory for Energy and Geology, North Croatia Regional Energy Agency, pRO-nZEB cluster, Research and Innovation Centre Pro – Akademia, Technical University of Civil Engineering Bucharest, Urbanism and Sustainable Territorial Development
