EU Green Deal Compliance
Sustainable regulation is necessary, but its inherent complexity can be quite a challenge to tackle alone. Why not face it together? Reynaers Aluminium can be your trusted partner to navigate both the ever-evolving EU Green Deal revolution and national building regulations. Thanks to our in-house expertise, you are always aligned with the latest requirements.
What is the EU Green Deal?
The EU Green Deal is the European Union’s strategy to make Europe climate-neutral by 2050. The framework aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, boost clean energy, and promote circular economy principles across industries, including the construction sector.
In order to reduce the environmental footprint of the building industry, there are two tidal waves of change ongoing:
- Energy Efficiency & Renovation
75% of European buildings are not energy efficient. We need to focus on reducing their operational carbon, which accounts for 70% of a building’s total emissions. The tasks at hand for Europe are clear:
- By 2030, 100% of new constructions should have operational carbon levels close to zero.
- By 2030, 80% of existing energy-inefficient buildings should be renovated with an aim to cut their operational carbon levels by 50%, compared to 1990 figures.
- Sustainability & the Circular Economy
The second focal point of the construction sector looks at reducing material usage, waste and limiting buildings’ embodied carbon levels – which account for 30% of a building’s total emissions. What does this mean for Europe?
- By 2030, more than 50% of components used in the construction sector should be low-carbon (recycled or manufactured with clean energy).<> <>
- By 2030, the embodied carbon of these building components should be cut by 50%, compared to 1990 figures.
Sharing our expertise...
Both at Group and local level, we share our knowledge on sustainable topics that truly matter to your business. Beyond compliance, we help you anticipate trends and familiarise with relevant regulatory frameworks. The EU Green Deal, EPBD, CPR and the EU Taxonomy: together we grow towards a better understanding.
... and surrounded by expert associations
We partner with influential organisations that are setting the agenda, making construction more sustainable every day. From trade organisations like European Aluminium, to research groups and universities: we stay up-to-date and learn from the best so we can support you in your specific needs.
