2nd Dialogue Day: Building Transformation Alliance exchanges views with politics
Over 100 guests gathered in Berlin for the second Dialogue Day to discuss Germany’s building energy transition. The event brought together politicians, experts, and members of the Building Transformation Alliance to examine regulatory frameworks, funding needs, and market conditions for a climate-neutral future.
The meeting focused on accelerating building renovations and shifting to renewable heating. Germany’s 2045 climate neutrality target depends heavily on cutting emissions from buildings, which requires both improved energy efficiency and a switch to clean heat sources. Andreas H. Holm from FIW Munich stressed that these two measures must go hand in hand to reduce energy demand and lower CO₂ output.
Current renovation rates of around 0.7% per year fall far short of what’s needed. Faster upgrades to building envelopes—alongside electrification and renewable district heating—would cut peak power demand, ease pressure on grids, and avoid economic risks like stranded assets. Violetta Bock of The Left called for massive investments in renewables and targeted funding to ensure renovations remain socially fair. Politicians also weighed in on policy urgency. Lars Rohwer (CDU/CSU) pushed for quick clarity on the GEG amendment and the EU’s Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD). Kassem Taher Saleh (Alliance 90/The Greens) warned of the high costs of delay, urging ambitious EPBD implementation. The CEO of the German Energy Agency added that collaborative networks, like the Building Transformation Alliance, create vital synergies for a successful transition.
The discussions highlighted the need for faster renovations, clearer regulations, and stronger funding to meet Germany’s climate goals. Without rapid action, the building sector risks falling behind, increasing long-term costs and missing the 2045 neutrality deadline. Experts and lawmakers agreed that coordinated efforts are essential to drive progress.
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