Zero Energy Buildings in the EU by 2019?
April 27, 2009
On April 23, 2009, the European Parliament has called for all new buildings respecting zero energy and emission standards, as of 2019. This would be feasible through super-insulation combined with renewable energy covering the remaining energy needs, e.g. for heating, cooling and warm water. Buildings account for 40 percent of global energy consumption and C02… » read more
Posted by Eberhard Rhein
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, Climate change, Construction, Energy Efficiency, Insulation, Zero emission houses, zero energy buildings |
