On 4 November 2024, EBC and the partners in the Affordable Housing Initiative European Partnership (SHAPE II) project, gathered in Brussels for the kick-off marking the beginning of a major effort to contribute to Europe’s affordable housing needs through sustainable, innovative construction and renovation practices. This EU-backed initiative, co-funded under the Single Market Programme, brings together key stakeholders under the coordination of Housing Europe, including SINTEF, Energy Cities, the European Construction Technology Platform (ECTP), and GNE Finance.
The SHAPE II project builds on the foundation laid by SHAPE-EU, aiming to boost sustainable construction efforts and increase the visibility and availability of affordable housing. This ambitious project seeks to provide tailored support to 35 “Lighthouse Districts” across Europe, where innovative and energy-efficient housing solutions will be piloted. The primary step is thus to define the selection criteria and then launch a call for candidates, in order to identify ambitious projects, with the objective to represent diverse, high-impact renovation and construction projects with a focus on affordability and sustainability.
EBC will bring a specific contribution ensure that projects are structured to allow for smaller contractors to participate, whether through procurement processes, or considerations for heritage conservation and local skills.
By combining complementary expertise between the housing, construction, municipalities and finance sectors, SHAPE II aims to create a well-rounded support system with hands-on training, knowledge exchange, and financial guidance. Running until September 2026, the SHAPE II approach will ensure that local stakeholders are empowered with the skills, knowledge, and networks needed to boost sustainable and affordable housing transformations in their communities.
More information about the project will be available soon. Stay tuned!
![]() ![]() | The Affordable Housing Initiative European Partnership, SHAPE II is receiving funding from the European Union’s Single Market Programme under Grant Agreement no. 101191186. |