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In fact, more than 1/3 of EU member states have yet to implement the requirements for the crucial building automation and control improvements properly, and not all have submitted their long-term renovation strategies.
However, the stars may be aligning now, with the EU Renovation Wave adding strong additional levers to decarbonize our existing building stock. The EPBD is being reviewed, providing an opportunity to make it stronger and more effective, while the economic recovery plan is pouring funds into green and digital investments. Smart, efficient buildings that play an active role in our energy systems are within reach.
Globally, real estate firms could rack up $2.5trn of additional costs in the future unless they accelerate action to decarbonise buildings and to boost climate adaptation and resilience this decade.