The Commission welcomes today's final adoption of the strengthened Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, another milestone of the European Green Deal. This legislation sets the framework for Member States to reduce emissions and energy use in buildings across the EU, from homes and workplaces to schools, hospitals and other public buildings. This will help improve people's health and quality of life. (Source: European Commission) Additional information Questions and Answers on the revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD). (Source: European Commission)