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Efficient architecture and construction

Is a passive house worth it? The extra cost compared to the CTE calls into question its profitability

Passive houses—or *Passivhaus* homes—promise to minimize energy consumption, yet their construction can entail higher costs compared to a home that merely meets the Technical Building Code. With the spread of aerothermal systems and photovoltaic energy, is it still worth paying more for a *Passivhaus* home?

Legislation

Europe launches its new packaging law.

The new European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation begins to apply on August 12, 2026. The regulation introduces progressive changes regarding packaging design, reuse, recyclability, labeling, and management that affect manufacturers, distributors, e-commerce businesses, and consumers.

Environment

The reintroduction of the European bison

The European bison is once again expanding across Europe after decades on the brink of extinction. Spain and Portugal are now studying its potential role in ecosystem restoration and rewilding projects.

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