The European Parliament has adopted a report outlining key measures to address housing shortages across the European Union while accelerating the renovation of energy-efficient buildings.

On 10 March, the Parliament approved the final report of the Special Committee on the Housing Crisis, which proposes a series of actions aimed at tackling rising housing prices and improving the condition of Europe’s building stock.

The report, prepared by MEP Borja Giménez Larraz (EPP, Spain), was adopted with 367 votes in favour, 166 against and 84 abstentions.

Among the main recommendations, Members of the European Parliament call for dedicated funding for building renovation, with specific earmarks to improve the energy performance of residential buildings. The report highlights the importance of enhancing thermal insulation, indoor air quality and overall energy efficiency across Europe’s housing stock.

MEPs also stressed the need to strengthen the EU’s industrial sovereignty in the construction and renovation sectors. The report calls on the European Commission to support innovative and sustainable building products, reinforce the single market for raw materials and introduce minimum “Made in EU” origin requirements for components used in EU-co-financed projects.

Glass for Europe welcomed the report, noting that it places strong emphasis on improving building performance and reducing long-term operational costs for households. The organisation also highlighted the importance of fully implementing the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).

Despite the adoption of the report, the work of the Special Committee will continue until July 2026, with discussions ongoing about establishing a permanent parliamentary committee dedicated to housing policy.