At a time when many European cities face rising housing shortages and affordability challenges, there is increasing interest in how the existing building stock can be used more efficiently. At the same time, construction and renovation remain highly resource- and carbon-intensive, highlighting the need for approaches that prioritise better use of existing buildings by renovating, adapting and repurposing vacant and under- used buildings into affordable housing.

Join us for this webinar exploring how practical initiatives and mobilising investment can support a more sustainable and socially responsive use of Europe’s buildings.

This satellite event of the Festival of the New European Bauhaus will bring together experts from the European Commission, researchers and practitioners working on policies and initiatives that promote better use of existing buildings.

Why attend the event?

Attend the event to discover: 

1. insights from recent research and practical experiences, including studies on affordable, low environmental impact housing and experiences from Nordic countries;
2. how improving investment readiness can help mobilise financing for projects that reuse and adapt existing buildings.

Who should attend?

• Professionals involved in designing, planning, financing and delivering building projects.
• Policy makers, city representatives and public authorities working on housing, urban development and the built environment.

You can ask our expert speakers for practical advice on applying Level(s):

1. Josefina Lindblom, Policy Officer, DG ENV B.3, European Commission
2. Sara Dethier, Senior Climate and Sustainability Consultant, ARUP
3. Helle Redder Momsen, Head of Secretariat, Nordic Sustainable Construction
4. Philippa Gill, Co-founder, Karteria Partners

Date and time

Wednesday 27 May 2026, 10:00–11:45 CEST

Online registration is now open!

Register your place now.