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OBSERVE

OBSERVE aims to assist EU Member States in establishing national building stock observatories in compliance with the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).

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ABOUT OBSERVE

OBSERVE is an innovative initiative designed to address the pressing need for reliable, high-quality building data to support the reduction of carbon emissions in the building sector. Policymakers require accurate and updated data to monitor and evaluate the impact of building-related policies effectively.

The project bridges the gap between existing national databases and the requirements of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD). By leveraging the strengths of current systems and addressing their shortcomings, OBSERVE develops and implements advanced data collection methods and strategies.

OBSERVE provides comprehensive support to national authorities in establishing Building Stock Observatories, emphasizing standardized data collection and management processes. Through improved methodologies and collaboration with diverse stakeholders, the project ensures alignment with both European and national objectives while enhancing the overall quality and accessibility of building data.

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KEY ACTIVITIES

 
  • Reviewing existing data collection processes and databases at national and EU levels to find what works well and identify problems.
 
  • Creating standardized methods for collecting and combining building data that comply with EPBD requirements.
 
  • Helping national authorities design database systems that fit their specific needs and challenges.
 
  • Developing consistent datasets while allowing for country-specific details.
 
  • Providing direct support to six pilot Member States: Croatia, Cyprus, France, Greece, Italy, and Spain.
 
  • Sharing best practices and successful governance models with other EU countries.
 
  • Ensuring national databases align with the EU Building Stock Observatory to enhance collaboration.

ALIGNMENT WITH THE EPBD REQUIREMENTS

Having accurate building data is essential for tracking energy performance and evaluating policies. The revised EPBD, adopted in May 2024, requires all EU Member States to create national databases to monitor the energy performance of buildings.

These databases must include details about individual buildings and overall data on the country’s building stock. Member States must also regularly share this information with the EU Building Stock Observatory, which tracks the progress of energy policies across Europe.

BUILDING SYNERGIES ACROSS EUROPE

OBSERVE’s collaborative approach will improve the transparency and usefulness of building data. By supporting national authorities, OBSERVE helps improve energy and climate policies for 2030 and promotes smarter decision-making on building energy efficiency and compliance with regulations.

OUR CONSORTIUM

IEECP

Institute for European Energy and Climate Policy Stichting - Coordinator - NETHERLANDS

UPRC

University of Piraeus Research Center - GREECE

EURAC

Accademia Europea di Bolzano - ITALY

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CYPRUS

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FRANCE

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EPBC

EPB Center - NETHERLANDS

ENEA

Agenzia Nazionale Per Le Nuove Tecnologie, L'Energia e lo Sviluppo economico Sostenibile - ITALY

EIHP

Energetski Institut Hrvoje Pozar - CROATIA

CIEMAT

Centro de Investigaciones Energeticas Medioambientales y Tecnologicas - SPAIN

CSIC

Agencia Estatal Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Cientificas - SPAIN

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NEWS & EVENTS
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🔔 OBSERVE at EUSEW 2025 – Save the Date!

We are thrilled to share that OBSERVE will be part of the EU Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) 2025, in a policy session jointly hosted by eu.bac and EPB Center: 📅 Thursday, June 12, 2025🕤 09:30 – 11:00📍 Brussels The session will bring together policymakers, industry experts, and national associations to discuss how to make the EPBD a reality on the ground with practical tools, compliance mechanisms, and collaborative strategies. 🎯 OBSERVE’s contributionSophie Dourlens-Quaranta (R2M Solution France) will present how the

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April 14, 2025
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OBSERVE

The OBSERVE project aims to assist EU Member States in establishing national building stock observatories in compliance with the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).

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January 16, 2025

CONTACT

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