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Over 15% of EU municipalities are unaffordable for nurses, exacerbating the housing crisis.

This guide outlines actionable strategies for achieving net zero carbon buildings by 2030.

Radical right parties redefine housing as a national identity issue, prioritizing ownership over social rights.

8.8% of the EU population spends over 40% of their income on housing; a housing crisis looms.

The European impact investing market is €190 billion, with significant growth and increasing investor engagement.

Public acceptance of urban densification hinges on affordability, local amenities, and participatory governance.

Wealth taxes, especially inheritance taxes, are highly unpopular, even among those unlikely to pay.

Affordable housing in Europe faces financing barriers, regulatory challenges, and urgent sustainability pressures.

This guide reveals how retrofitting homes can drastically reduce carbon emissions and energy demand.

This manifesto highlights the urgent need for democratic housing solutions and climate justice in Europe.

Explore how office-to-residential conversions face challenges despite initial successes in addressing housing shortages.

Housing prices in the EU have surged by 48% in eight years, impacting young people's independence.

Discover how shared living can tackle urbanization challenges, promote community, and enhance sustainability.

Discover innovative urban strategies prioritizing inclusivity, sustainability, and community engagement for happier cities.

Over 11.5 million people work in the EU's social economy, promoting sustainability and community well-being.

Explore case studies across Europe showcasing innovative solutions for social, affordable, and co-operative housing.

Housing scarcity affects health, education, and employment, highlighting urgent EU housing policy needs.

Explore how COVID-19 reshaped Collaborative Housing, emphasizing resilience, health, and community living across Europe.

Discover diverse funding options, including EU programs, for early-stage social innovators to launch impactful projects.

The ban on short-term rentals in Lisbon reduced housing prices by 8%, especially affecting two-bedroom apartments.

Explore how cultural commons can transform urban governance, enhancing democracy and social inclusion across Europe.

A 1% increase in Airbnb listings raises housing prices by 3.7%, significantly affecting historic areas.

This resource explores how trust and social capital differ in member-focused versus third-party cooperatives.

This white paper reveals urban regeneration's potential to create €4-6 trillion in investment opportunities while addressing Europe's housing crisis.

Vienna's unique model includes capped rents and significant public housing investment, ensuring long-term affordability.

Discover the hidden dynamics of Berlin's real estate market and the impact of profit maximizers.

This report reveals deep economic inequalities and innovative strategies for equitable housing in Europe.

Discover urban hacking tools to transform your city creatively, without waiting for official permission!

The housing crisis in Europe is worsening, with rising homelessness and strained public resources.

Discover how AI adoption in social housing reveals gaps in policy, ethics, and employee understanding.

Demolition is more environmentally impactful than renovation, but financial incentives favor new developments.

Cooperatives in Europe generate over €1 trillion annually, serving more than 141 million members.

Discover innovative funding models in Europe that empower community-led urban development and affordable housing.

Over 25,000 new homes could emerge from repurposing vacant local authority-owned buildings in the UK.

Explore innovative strategies for impact startups, including problem analysis, MVP development, and scaling tactics.

Discover five innovative financing models ensuring affordable housing thrives through public-private partnerships.

Discover how the re-MODULEES project activates renovation markets across Europe with innovative digital solutions.

Housing affordability in the EU is worsening, driven by urbanisation and rising costs, impacting low-income households significantly.

Discover how Europe can boost innovation and tackle investment challenges while leading the green transition.

Housing in Greece faces a crisis driven by financialisation, rising prices, and lack of public solutions.

Europe must balance affordable housing and decarbonization, emphasizing collaboration and innovative solutions.

Discover how European National Promotional Banks are addressing rising housing costs and energy efficiency challenges.

Institutional investors significantly influence euro area house prices, increasing sensitivity to monetary policy and financial market shocks.

This resource explores how cooperative project development can create sustainable housing commons and address urban crises.

By 2030, over 170 million sqm of office space in Europe risk obsolescence, predominantly in Western markets.

The UK's housing crisis affects 8.5 million people, driven by a broken land market and inequality.

Explore Europe's shifting real estate landscape amid geopolitical tensions, evolving investment strategies, and emerging sectors.

Over 15 million Europeans face housing unaffordability amid a climate crisis, with 75% of homes energy-inefficient.

Housing cooperatives play a crucial role in circular economy transitions, overcoming market failures through collective governance.

Explore community-led housing success stories in Zimbabwe, Uruguay, Brazil, Switzerland, and Germany.