27 Mar 23 Conference Save the date How to finance prevention of homelessness through EU funds? 27th March 2023 | European Parliament | Housing Solutions Platform debate In the framework of the European Platform on Combatting Homelessness, the event will bring together European institutions representatives, local authorities, the housing sector, policymakers and researchers to better understand EU funds' potential to address homelessness, through for instance the designing of housing solutions or vacant housing renovation.
22 Mar 23 Internal Meeting Save the date Housing Europe Working Committees - March 2023 22-23 March 2023 | online Housing Europe members and partners gather twice a year for the Working Committee meetings. The 2023 spring session of our Social Affairs, Urban Affairs, Observatory, Economics, Finance & Internal Market, and Energy, Construction & Standardisation Committees will take place online on the 22nd and 23rd of March.
17 Mar 23 Workshop Save the date One-day training webinar to become a Certified Energy Supporter & Mentor 17th March 2023 | online | Last chance to be certified For the fifth and last time, Housing Europe in collaboration with partners in the Horizon 2020 project, POWERPOOR will offer a free online course that tackles energy poverty alleviation.
22 Feb 23 Workshop Save the date Urban planning and architectural approaches for district and building-level renovations – Online Feedback Workshop III 22nd February 2023 | 14:00-15:30 CET Since last spring, the European Affordable Housing Consortium for Social Impact (SHAPE-EU) has been busy putting together guidelines on how people-driven approaches during renovation, technical innovation, and planning neighbourhood transformation could and should deliver a fair change for communities.
15 Feb 23 Workshop Save the date Planning and implementing innovative district-level renovations – Online Feedback Workshop II 15th February 2023 | 14:00-15:30 CET Since last spring, the European Affordable Housing Consortium for Social Impact (SHAPE-EU) has been busy putting together guidelines on how people-driven approaches during renovation, technical innovation, and planning neighbourhood transformation could and should deliver a fair change for communities.
8 Feb 23 Workshop Save the date Social aspects of housing renovation – Online Feedback Workshop I 8th February 2023 | 14:00-15:30 CET Since last spring, the European Affordable Housing Consortium for Social Impact (SHAPE-EU) has been busy putting together guidelines on how people-driven approaches during renovation, technical innovation, and planning neighbourhood transformation could and should deliver a fair change for communities.
26 Jan 23 Save the date One-day training webinar to become a Certified Energy Supporter & Mentor 26th January 2023 | 11:00-16:30 CET | Online | Free In the European Year of Skills, Housing Europe in collaboration with partners in the Horizon 2020 project, POWERPOOR continues to offer free online courses that fight energy poverty. Our programme aims at providing all necessary knowledge to support energy-poor citizens to implement energy efficiency interventions and participate in joint energy initiatives, through the development of support programmes and ICT-driven tools. The final goal is to facilitate citizens’ behaviour change towards better energy use and uptake of energy-efficient measures through experience and knowledge sharing.
14 Dec 22 Conference Save the date People and housing at the crossroads of energy poverty and failing supply chains 14th December 2022 | 15:00-17:00 CET | Online In the midst of an energy crisis and with a Siberian front approaching, it is of crucial importance to shield the most vulnerable tenants and residents to protect people from social exclusion and health risks. It is also vital to continue with renovation to reduce energy needs.
16 Nov 22 Conference Save the date Renovation Summit 2022 | Fast tracking innovation to mitigate the energy crisis 16-17 November | The European Committee of Regions & the House of Dutch Provinces | Brussels Tenants, residents, social and affordable housing providers, and cities faced the impact of the coronavirus, have been welcoming Ukrainians fleeing their countries, and paying incredibly high energy bills and construction materials. How is the public, cooperative, and social housing sector riding the Renovation Wave?
26 Oct 22 Workshop Save the date Growing the Energy Supporters & Mentors movement that alleviates energy poverty One-day online training for experts who want to help energy poor households on the ground While it is good that everyone is currently trying their best to find alternatives for the classic sources of energy, it is unfortunate that so many will become even more vulnerable. The lack of stability and predictability determine numerous consequences, among which are the soaring energy prices. Despite all this, we should not lose hope, and instead, play our part, no matter how small, and show true European solidarity. Join this one-day free webinar and become a certified Energy Supporter or Mentor.
12 Oct 22 Conference Save the date Housing Europe Working Committees - October 2022 12-13 October | Manhattan Meeting Centre, Brussels Housing Europe members and partners gather twice a year for the Working Committee meetings. The 2022 autumn session of our Social Affairs, Urban Affairs, Observatory, Economics, Finance & Internal Market, and Energy, Construction & Standardisation Committees will take place in Brussels on October, 12th and 13th.
28 Sep 22 Conference Save the date Boosting Energy Communities in the EU 28th September 2022 | 9:00-12:30 CET| L42 Business Centre and Workspaces, Brussels If the EU is going to achieve its ambitious climate objectives, then we will need to massively increase our use of renewable forms of energy. One of the ways in which this can be achieved is by the establishment and proper management of renewable energy communities.
20 Sep 22 Workshop Save the date Sustainable and safe housing for people fleeing the war in Ukraine – What can the Safe Homes Initiative offer? | 20 September | 10-12 am CET In light of the European Commission´s launch of the Safe Homes Guidance, the Housing Solutions Platform, a joint initiative by Fondation Abbé Pierre, FEANTSA and Housing Europe, will organise an online debate with the aim of getting a better understanding of the initiative and how it actually responds to the housing needs of the refugees feeling Ukraine. Experts from both European and grassroot levels together with representatives of the European Commission and the European Parliament will reflect on opportunities and risks linked to the provision of private accommodation and will discuss what further EU-level support is possible and needed for long term housing solutions, beyond private accommodation.
17 Jun 22 Internal Meeting Save the date General Assembly 2022 17th June 2022 | 10:00-12:30 EET The annual General Assembly of Housing Europe will take place on June, 17th, the last day of the 3rd International Social Housing Festival in Helsinki. Our network will meet at Allas Sea Pool from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EET.
16 Jun 22 Conference Save the date European Responsible Housing Awards 2022 16 June 2022 | Helsinki, Finland The celebration of the long tradition of decent, affordable housing that provides opportunities during the 3rd International Social Housing Festival in Helsinki will reach another level with the European Responsible Housing Awards. Mark 14-17 June 2022 in your calendars, and keep on reading if you want to join the competition.