The European Union wishes to achieve a zero-emission building stock by 2050, by boosting renovation rates and reaching for the highest possible energy efficiency of buildings.

A recent event in Badajoz, Extremadura - where the Covenant of Mayors is not yet as embedded as in other Spanish regions - showcased the initiative's potential to enhance municipal energy and climate efforts.

Decarbonising heating in cities starts with knowing one's heat through comprehensive heat mapping and planning. This year at EUSEW, we launched our campaign during a session on this crucial topic with insights from the EU to local level.

The renewed Green Deal agenda must put regions and cities at its centre, address asymmetric territorial impacts and tackle the financing gap.