Energy and Housing 2020: Perspectives in Europe Marc Calon Talinn, March 19 th 2015 8 th Baltic Housing Conference
About Housing Europe in brief Network of national and regional housing provider federations 4,500 public, voluntary housing organisations 28,000 cooperative housing organisations 42 members in 22 countries (20 EU Member States) Manage 25 million dwellings, about 12% of existing dwellings in the EU Vision Access to decent and affordable housing for all in communities which are socially, economically and environmentally sustainable and where all are enabled to reach their full potential.
Structure Five (5) thematic Working Committees open to all members as well as external partners and observers Housing Europe Observatory (Research) Social Affairs Urban Affairs Financial Affairs Energy & Construction
Housing Europe Observatory Research Working Committee Launched in 2004, the Observatory is the research branch of Housing Europe. Key trends in the field of housing and social housing at EU level are identified and analysed in its publications, so that policy work is supported by providing evidence-based proposals. In 2015 Publication The state of housing in the EU The only Pan-European publication bringing together housing trends, statistics, policies, research & case studies.
Our added value Advocacy Through the constant monitoring of the work of the EU in the field of housing and related advocacy work, being heard at the top level by developing a positive message to EU leaders. Capacity Building Conferences, workshops, study visits, exchange of good practices, toolkits, e.g. EU election 2014 #HousingEP14, funding opportunities etc Publications Research briefings, social housing country profiles, reports, toolkits. The observatory identifies and analyses key trends and research needs in the field of housing and social housing at European level
European Funding Opportunities Visit our members only portal on EU Funding Opportunities at www.housingeurope.eu to access: the latest information guidance best practices notifications on open calls
Supporting policy proposals with practical experience & case studies Showcasing nzec best practices of across Europe Creating partnerships Producing evidence to support the case for energy efficiency in affordable housing Ageing & quality of life at home, gathering examples beyond just policy Providing proof needed for the added value of ICT use in social housing for the elderly Connected flats Tackling social exclusion of elderly & disabled Better understanding of the needs of these groups Gathering best practices from Central Europe Promoting CSR in affordable housing Building partnerships with tenants & other stakeholders Producing European Declaration, Code of Conduct, ERHIN Awards Cooperation of social services workers & housing staff Producing training pack Presenting low cost realistic solutions to EU social inclusion challenges
Benefits for Members Opening up the box of EU funds for our members projects Expertise & experience sharing MEMBERS Make sure EU rules are adapted to our sector and do not make our job more difficult Information Facilitate access to capital and resources by increase the visibility of the sector
We are our people Brussels Team Board of Directors Sorcha Edwards Secretary General Marc Calon President Julien Dijol Policy Coordinator Alice Pittini Research Coordinator Alessandro Cesale Project Officer Michalis Goudis Communications Officer Igor Kiss Research Assistant Working Committees Energy & Construction Chair: Johanna Ode Economic & Financial Affairs Chair: Gene Clayton Social Affairs Chair: João Carvalhosa Urban Affairs Chair: Özgür Öner Pierre Pribetich Vice-President Christian Lieberknecht Vice-President Andres Jaadla Marco Corradi Bent Madsen Marten Lilja Daniel Biard European Social Housing Observatory Chair: Laurent Ghekiere John McPeake
Recent activities and Achievements Highlights
Main policy themes 1. European Elections 2014 Housing Europe suggested 9 paths to better homes for a better Europe in its European manifesto based on 3 main pillars: Greater well-being for Europeans Long-term social investment Responsible housing market Members have successfully adapted it at national level #HousingEP14
Main policy themes 2. Energy Efficiency We have made the case that the affordable housing sector is among the leaders in energy efficiency Strategic partnership with Solar Decathlon Europe 2014 in Versailles showcased innovative best practices Communication over our position for the EU 2030 Energy & Climate Objectives ahead of Paris 2015
Main policy themes 3. Social Innovation for Housing The ERHIN project showcased the importance of Responsible Housing by producing concrete outcomes: 1. CSR Code of Conduct for housing providers 2. European Declaration signed by housing stakeholders 3. European Responsible Housing Awards (70 examples from 12 countries) The ground is set for the European Responsible Housing Campaign 2015
Main policy themes 4. Housing Finance The issue of sustainable housing finance was introduced at the Housing Ministers meeting in December 2013 in Brussels. 2014 was among our priorities leading to the joint international conference with Finance Watch that identified the tools needed to lead from bubbles to resilience.
2014 in figures
Current and future actions & priorities 2015 and beyond
We must bring people s daily concerns to policy makers Marc Calon has been elected President of Housing Europe at the General Assembly on July 4th in Versailles, France. If people do not have a degree of certainty about their future, of having a roof over their head, an income, assurance of safety in their neighborhood there is no confidence and no sustainable growth. Current trends of reduced employment stability, evictions and ghettoization in our cities are detrimental for our societal development. We must make the link between people s every day concerns and policy makers at national and EU levels.
Political developments at EU level to keep in mind New MEPs, New URBAN Intergroup (5 Italian MEPs), New European Commission European Fund for Strategic Investments (Juncker Plan) of 315 bn EU 2030 Energy & Climate Targets Review EU Urban Agenda implementation Structural Funds 2014-2020
I: Juncker Investment Package Housing Europe Mobilisation Nov 2014: European Fund for Strategic Investments (EFSI) expected to make up to 300 bn Euros available for Investments to boost jobs and growth. Housing Europe Action: Letter, Press Release, Meetings, Briefing for key MEPs at European Parliament Housing Europe Meets Cabinet of Commissioners Katainen ( Growth and jobs) & Šefčovič ( Energy Union) Commission
December 2014 Taskforce Report: The European Commission has heard our voice Report states: shrinking regional and municipal budgets are having a negative impact on urban social services, including the provision of social housing in several Member States. Social housing energy retrofit is included under the heading energy efficiency/energy Union p.46 under illustrative projects Investments supporting retrofitting of social housing to create energy -efficient housing.
Feb 2 nd 2015: Reaction & Invitation from European Investment Bank The EIB is confident that the Juncker Plan will be a catalyst for the financing of social housing and associated investment in Community development as a priority investment target provided the relevant eligibility criteria are met.
Housing Europe Action: Next Steps Continued Liaison with Members on Concrete Needs Respond to EIB invitation to meet Meeting with European Parliament Rapporteur to influence the Fund s regulation Objective: This Fund & in general EU Funding should be useful for Housing Europe Member to get projects up and running
The EU Energy Union European Commission Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič announced on Feb. 25 the Energy Union Framework Strategy Why is it important? It is the first the EU is taking a holistic approach on Energy It is part of a bigger puzzle in light of the EU contribution to Climate Summit in Paris in December 2015 Interior view of a nzec case study in Grenoble, France
The EU needs a citizen-oriented Energy Union The housing sector holds the key to a fair energy transition buildings not only account for 40% of the overall energy consumption in Europe but, with the right incentive and policy framework, also hold the key to a fair energy transition A successful Energy Union requires the trust of citizens Empowering and involving citizen-consumers and communities will be key to unlocking the full potential of every green energy transition strategy. (EKYL demonstrated in its work how important trust of citizens is!) What can the EU do? 1. positive long-term European and national incentives and regulation 2. Funding to further boost refurbishments (20% of ERDF to low-carbon economy AND a share of the Juncker Plan) From our Press Release issued on Feb. 25
A win-win mix Better quality of life and savings on energy bills is already a reality in many EU countries that can be used as best practices and guidelines Extensive monitoring (HIVE online energy consumption tracker) of 13 case studies in Bulgaria, Estonia and Italy over the last 3 years has proven the added value of a bottom up approach in order to achieve the expected results in terms of energy savings, costs, behavioral change and - last but not least - indoor comfort No space for one fits all solution but the potential within any given geographical and societal context should be examined This is the focus of Power House Europe initiative where EKYL is an active member of the Cooperative and Divided Ownership taskforce
The POWER HOUSE nzec Online Tracker: There is a lack of confidence resulting from lack of data in usephase of buildings for this reason, the energy performances of 30 pilot projects in different climate zones are monitored in order to show the actual consumption and running costs and compare the different solutions adopted! http://panel.hiveproject.eu/building-chart.php 27
ZEB in Divided/Coop. ownership 12-13 June 2014 - Third TaskForce Workshop + Study Visit, Tallinn 28
An example of a innovative pilot from the Netherlands - What transition is needed to get better offers? custom, project based craftmenship Industrial product, quality / sales and delivery processes
Pilot convenient refurbishment: short intervention time essential
Day 1, new pre-fabricated facade placed on back of house
Day 2, new facade in front
Day 3, new roof on house
Day 6/7, pre-fabricated, fully integrated solar pv / solar thermal roof systems
Day 8, scaffolding is moved
Day 9: Final result
4 main pillars The Housing Europe Position on EU s new Energy Union strategy 1. Citizen s empowerment Fair, clear and secure decentralised access to the grid Not just smart meters but a wide range of activities, including proper training 2. Financing of Energy Efficiency First European Structural & Investment Funds as well as European Fund for Strategic Investments should be channelled towards both renovation and new construction. Protection of vulnerable consumers should be a priority 3. Energy Market Integration 4. Enabling existing EU legislation
What else to expect in 2015: Threats & Paris 2015 (COP21) Opportunities Climate agreement/ Update of our Copenhagen Offer Review of Almunia Package Change of state aid rules? TTIP (Trade Agreement EU-US) Potential Impact for the housing sector Parliamentary Report on EU Economic Governance (AGS, CSRs)