How can Renovation Passports support the successful implementation of the revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD)?
This latest report from the EPBD.wise project provides practical guidance for EU Member States on the design and implementation of Renovation Passport schemes in accordance with Article 12 and Annex VIII of the EPBD (2024/1275).
Renovation Passports are intended to support building owners in planning and delivering step-by-step renovations towards zero-emission building standards by 2050. The tool can be linked to Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and, where available, integrated with digital building logbooks, creating a more coherent framework for building renovation planning and decision-making.
One of the key challenges identified by the report is translating the EPBD requirements into practical, scalable national schemes. To address this, the guidelines distinguish between the mandatory elements required to ensure consistency, affordability, and broad uptake, and a range of optional features that allow Member States to adapt Renovation Passports to different building categories, policy objectives, and user needs.
The report further explores the relationship between Renovation Passports and other key EPBD instruments, including zero-emission buildings, minimum energy performance standards, National Building Renovation Plans and the Article 22 database. These connections are essential for creating a coherent policy framework that supports long-term renovation strategies and effective monitoring of progress.
To facilitate implementation, the report includes a proposed timeline and a draft Renovation Passport template developed under the EPBD.wise project. Together, these resources provide practical support for policymakers and public authorities seeking to establish effective and user-friendly Renovation Passport schemes across Europe.
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