EPBD: Germany’s Building Modernization Act takes advantage of flexibility

In implementing the EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), the German government intends to make the most of the leeway the legislation allows. The draft bill for the Building Modernization Act contains a notable omission concerning residential buildings.

06. May 2026
Energetische Sanierung eines Mehrfamilienhauses, Altbau-Renovierung, Wärmedämmung, neue Fenster, neue Dachlattung, Gerüst, Stuttgart
The Building Modernization Act is not intended to tighten the regulations on building insulation for new construction. (IMAGO / imagebroker)

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Last updated: 06. May 2026