The European Alliance to Save Energy welcomes the European Commission’s efforts to develop an Affordable Housing Plan.
Affordable housing must be linked to energy efficient housing .Repurposing and renovation projects should systematically incorporate energy efficient retrofits, reducing energy demand, optimising consumption and lowering operational costs. This approach improves comfort, sustainability and affordability simultaneously.
Urban areas in particular offer significant opportunities: around 75% of existing buildings are inefficient, and most will remain standing in 2050. Effective implementation of the EPBD is therefore crucial to improve energy performance and reduce energy bills.
The EU framework, including the EPBD and Article 6 of the EED, provides clarity and stability for investment in affordable housing. The Plan should ensure full implementation across Member States to deliver both energy efficient and affordable homes for all Europeans.