Romania Green Building Council has launched a certification system for schools, called Green Schools. A multidisciplinary team of experts, representatives from the Romanian National Lighting Committee, Zero Waste Romania, the National Radon Association, the Technical University of Construction Bucharest - Faculty of Installations Engineering, contributed to the Green Schools certification. Green Schools The Romania Green Building Council, the main national organization dedicated to the sustainability of buildings and the built environment, has launched a certification system for schools called Green Schools. A multidisciplinary team of experts, including representatives from the Romanian National Lighting Committee , Zero Waste Romania , the National Radon Association , and the Technical University of Constructions Bucharest - Faculty of Installations Engineering , is involved in this initiative. Currently, 14 schools under construction or major renovation, in Bucharest, Iasi and Cluj Napoca, are being certified by Green Schools. The certification program includes 7 categories and 54 criteria, related to the design, execution and operation stages, as follows: Health and quality of the indoor environment The quality of the indoor environment affects the health of children. The program requires measures to prevent contamination with radon—a radioactive gas found in the earth's crust that is dangerous to the respiratory system. Tests for formaldehyde and other volatile organic compounds harmful to health will also be conducted. Additional measures include abundant natural lighting, efficient ventilation systems, acoustic comfort, prevention of mold and dampness in locker rooms and bathrooms, and biophilic design, which incorporates natural elements like vegetation in classrooms and other indoor spaces. Circular economy and resource conservation Children will learn how to become responsible consumers, the planned wear and tear of materials and products, the minimization of waste generated, separate collection at source, the reduction of food waste, composting and the disposal of disposable plastic. Construction with non-toxic, local, fire-resistant materials with recycled content and environmentally friendly design will also be encouraged. Energy performance involves educating children on how to reduce energy consumption, as well as optimization solutions such as efficient facade, renewable energy sources, motion and twilight sensors, thermostat for controlling the ambient temperature and an intelligent management system. Achieving the goals set by the NZEB is mandatory, while exceeding them leads to gaining additional points and recognizing a higher level of sustainability. Optimizing water consumption is important because although 70% of the Earth's surface is covered with water, only 2.5% is suitable drinking water for consumption. However, only 1% is the amount of drinking water that can be directly accessed and used. The amount of water per capita globally is declining, and contaminated water remains one of the most important causes of serious illness and even death. The proposed solutions include the installation of sanitary ware with low water flow, drip irrigation or landscaping with local plants, easily adaptable that require low water maintenance and consumption as well as rainwater recycling. Biodiversity It involves gardening solutions that protect the soil and groundwater from artificial fertilizers and pesticides, as well as its own food production according to the principles of urban permaculture, the arrangement of spaces dedicated to insects, birds, etc. Sustainable transport The mobility strategy proposed in the Green Schools program will change the way children travel on the home-school route. Smart and sustainable transport is encouraged, which will substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions and pollutants. Bicycles and buses dedicated to school activities are proposed, which are entirely electrically propelled, non-polluting and the installation of electric charging stations. Monitoring and education It involves the adoption of internal policies on a holistic view of the environment, monitoring the implementation of measures in the operation phase of the building, encouraging sustainable procurement; involvement of children in monitoring waste generation; a participatory process of consultation of all stakeholders (children, parents, teachers, authorities); teacher and administrative training; courses dedicated to children with a focus on learning by doing activities. The Green Schools certification developed by the Romania Green Building Council is a useful tool and a roadmap for all those involved in the design, construction, and operation of a school. Through independent monitoring and a holistic approach, the certification system guarantees authentic performance in terms of environmental sustainability, both in the building and in the community. If you want support in the design, construction, renovation and certification of a green school you can contact Elena Rastei via email at elena.rastei@rogbc.org

Green Building Council Romania develops and implements the national green building standards and certification system, facilitates the availability of the most up-to-date and highest quality training to create the necessary pool of national green building experts; supports the development of best in class in-country green construction. COMPLETED PROJECTS The Romanian Council for Green Buildings (RoGBC) is involved in numerous national and international projects that serve the purpose of supporting the sustainable development of the construction sector in Romania and Europe. Discover the most important projects and programs in which we are involved! BUILD UPON A 10-Point statement addressed to each stakeholder involved in the renovation and rehabilitation of the built fund DETAILS Circular BIM An educational platform focused on advanced strategies for reintegrating construction materials into the industrial value chain to promote the transition to a circular economy through the use of BIM learning technologies. DETAILS CoME EASY CoME EASY is a project funded by the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation program. It aims to promote, facilitate, support, and expand the commitment of local public authorities to sustainable and responsible energy and climate policy, in line with EU objectives. DETAILS Excite The main objective of the project is to support the implementation of improved municipal energy management systems in Central and Eastern European countries through the application of the European Energy Award (eea) methodology. Scope: At least 15 pilot cities in Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Romania, Slovakia, and Ukraine. DETAILS OERCO2 An innovative study on the life cycle analysis of construction materials, aiming to create an open-source evaluation system to analyze the life cycle of materials. DETAILS OERCO2 An innovative study on the life cycle analysis of construction materials, aiming to create an open-source evaluation system to analyze the life cycle of materials. DETAILS SMARTER Finances 4Families SMARTER Finance for Families: improving the well-being of European citizens by providing opportunities for the financial and construction sectors to create green homes. I coordinated this project within a consortium of 17 organizations from 12 European countries. DETAILS URBAN BIM An European project to promote ILO technology in the design of sustainable cities. DETAILS URBAN WINS Strategic plans for urban waste prevention and management by implementing the principles of circular economy. DETAILS

Responding to the 2022 EU Standardization Strategy, the EU Green Deal, and the Double Transition, the AFCOS project is at the forefront of this innovation. The mission of the project is to develop recommendations for more agile standardization processes for construction materials. AFCOS Project Responding to the 2022 EU Standardization Strategy, the EU Green Deal, and the Double Transition, the AFCOS project is at the forefront of this innovation. The mission of the project is to develop recommendations for more agile standardization processes for construction materials. This initiative is rooted in pre-normative research conducted collaboratively across various sectors, involving research, standardization, and industrial stakeholders from a wide range of European countries. By encouraging technological sovereignty and reducing dependencies, AFCOS aims to enhance the global competitiveness of the European construction industry. This is crucial for stakeholders seeking to maintain an advantage in a rapidly evolving global market. AFCOS aims to create a lasting impact on the construction industry by setting a precedent for future standardization efforts. The project has facilitated meetings between manufacturers, researchers, and individuals involved in the standardization process to identify key issues related to the implementation and market adoption of the products promoted by the AFCOS project. Among the events organized within the project, two courses dedicated to Green Transition and Standardization in Construction took place in May 2025: May 9 (for students): agenda participant questionnaire May 15 (for industry professionals): agenda participant questionnaire The courses organized within the AFCOS project are hosted on the Moodle platform: Module 1: Fundamentals of European technical legislation and standardization Module 2: Product responsibility and market surveillance Module 3: Green & Digital transition Module 4: How to standardize innovative products “low carbon cement and low carbon cement-based products” and “bio-based products for the insulation of the buildings’ envelope Project Coordinator: Cleantech Bulgaria Main Products Promoted by the Project: Low-carbon cement Bio-insulations for building envelopes Partners You can find more details about the program by accessing the dedicated website. DETAILS

The Romania Green Building Council has developed a low-cost but comprehensive Green Homes certification system to assess and recognize the top-performing residential projects utilizing sustainable construction principles. GREEN HOMES Certification system for the residential sector Romania Green Building Council (RoGBC) has created a certification for Green Housing at an affordable cost, which includes all the essential aspects in evaluating and identifying the best performing residential projects that use sustainable construction principles. Download the RoGBC Green Homes & Green Mortgages gui des for Residential Investors, Banks and Green Home Solution Providers, which explain in detail the program, criteria, benefits and costs, as well as a selection of certified projects. For a complete overview of the Green Homes certification and its benefits, we invite you to visit our dedicated website: green-homes.org . GREEN MORTGAGE The preferential housing financing solution Together with our partner banks, we have launched an innovative product– Green Mortgage- which rewards environmental responsibility and energy efficiency. This product offers preferential terms and interest rates for green homes and apartments, encouraging developers to invest in green solutions, while homeowners benefit from healthier, higher quality homes and lower monthly costs. Download the toolkits for each stakeholder involved DEVELOPERS BANKS CONTRACTORS Brief information for potential buyers or homeowners: The Green Mortgage program offers low-cost mortgages for potential home buyers interested in purchasing a home or apartment that falls within the guidelines set by the Romania Green Building Council in terms of superior energy efficiency and environmental considerations. See our Green Housing Guide for more details. If you are interested in purchasing a green home, the following mortgage products dedicated to Green Homes certified by RoGBC projects are available in Romania: - Alpha Green , Alpha Bank Credit Verde certificat RoGBC , Banca Transilvania - Casa Mea Natura , Banca Comercială Română - Habitat Verde , BRD Groupe Societe Generale - Casa Eco , Garanti BBVA - Verde Credit , Libra Bank - ProGreen , ProCredit Bank - Casa Ta Verde , Raiffeisen Bank - Vista Green Home , Vista Bank CERTIFIED PROJECTS SEE THE PROJECTS The GREEN HOMES GREEN MORTGAGE program recognized by the European Commission as a finalist in the Leadership category of the EUSEW2019 Awards

The RecoverIND project (Ecological and Innovative Technologies for recovering industrial areas from LCA and Energy Efficiency point of view) is funded by the Erasmus+ program and aims to deepen the interconnection between energy efficiency, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and the use of advanced technologies for building design and rehabilitation of the construction sector. SMAFIN Expanded Project The SMAFIN Expanded project is a continuation and enhancement of previous efforts to promote smart financing for energy efficiency investments across various sectors, including the tertiary sector and SMEs. Building on the success of the original SMAFIN roundtables, this expanded initiative welcomes Slovenia alongside Bulgaria, Croatia, Greece, and Romania to create a more inclusive and effective platform for energy renovation discussions. SMAFIN Expanded aims to support energy-efficient renovation for both private and public buildings while encouraging investments in SMEs and the tertiary sector. The project focuses on creating opportunities for collaboration, knowledge transfer, and the implementation of smart financing models to ensure that energy efficiency is effectively integrated into policies and practices across multiple regions. Recognizing the need for deeper investigation into energy efficiency topics and stakeholder privacy, the project employs thematic working groups. These groups tackle sector-specific challenges and foster collaboration, ensuring that energy financing strategies are tailored to the needs of each participant. The project also introduces cross-country labs designed to share best practices and introduce innovative financing solutions for energy efficiency. These labs serve as a bridge to transfer knowledge between EU countries and beyond, helping to establish common responses to energy challenges while promoting cooperation within the broader Balkan region. SMAFIN Expanded brings together a diverse range of stakeholders, including government bodies, financial institutions, ESCOs, industry representatives, SMEs, and citizen associations. The project aims to upgrade policy measures, develop financial instruments, and support large-scale investment programs that mobilize private funding for energy efficiency improvements. CROSS-COUNTRY LABS Fact Sheets: CROSS-COUNTRY LAB #1 – C4E Forum, Croatia - May 2025 CROSS-COUNTRY LAB #2 – Online - October 2025 Partners You can find more details about the program by accessing the dedicated website. DETAILS

The educational platform focused on advanced strategies of reinstatement of building materials in the industrial value chain to promote the transition to the Circular Economy through the use of BIM learning technologies. CircularBIM is an Open Educational Resource where you can find information about: ecological construction details, techniques for the use and reuse of construction materials, reduction of waste. Circular BIM The educational platform focused on advanced strategies for reframing construction materials in the industrial value chain to promote the transition to the circular economy by using BIM learning technologies The raw materials present on the planet are a limited resource and, in many cases, irrecoverable, which is why the current consumption pattern is destroying many of these resources. Therefore, investment in research is needed to promote new production models based on the revaluation and reuse of industrial waste. This approach encourages the study and search for new markets for these recovered resources, considered as waste. In this way, industries are encouraged to adapt to the circular economy model, providing environmental, social, and economic benefits essential for our planet. Traditionally, the productive model that supported the growth system of our society was based on the use of various available resources, which, after their introduction into the production chain and subsequent incorporation into the consumer chain, lost their properties and became waste. The inevitable destination was the landfill, thus perpetuating the paradigm of the linear economy that predominates in today's productive industry. The main problem underlying this linear system is the unsustainable consumption of resources, leading to pollution, accumulation of unused waste, exploitation of resources beyond their regeneration rate, and resource depletion due to excessive consumption. The key to initiating the waste transition process is the synergy between the waste generated by a technological process and useful renewable waste. According to the latest data provided by the EC on the circular economy, waste avoidance, greening, reuse, and other similar measures could save EU companies 8% of annual turnover, while reducing total annual greenhouse gas emissions by 2-4%. Moreover, the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) can change the way architects and engineers work. This tool is able to present a three-dimensional design from the beginning of the project and provides information about each element that makes up the project. It facilitates the design, construction, and operation of a construction project. The idea of this project is to integrate all these elements into one software called CircularBIM - an open educational resource where you can find information about green buildings, techniques for the use and reuse of building materials, and waste reduction. Additionally, you can access free software to practice and obtain construction techniques that facilitate the reuse of materials used in buildings. In conclusion, the project unifies ILO and techniques for the revaluation and reuse of construction materials to create a useful tool for students and professionals in the construction sector (architecture, engineering, and construction) to implement in their daily work. The main objectives are: Raising awareness of the circular economy in the construction sector Reducing the production of waste from construction materials Reducing waste in the construction sector by reincorporating it into the value chain Providing information on the possibility of revaluing each element Offering free access to software for consulting and using techniques or methods for reusing building materials Coordinator Partners You can find more details about the program by accessing the dedicated website. DETAILS

We met and discussed with over 400 people of different ages, social and professional categories in order to co-create and support Romania’s National Renovation Strategy. The goal of this consultation was to facilitate the dialogues and responsibilization of the interested parties in order to transform the existent buildings, both public and private, to be more energy-efficient and sustainable. BUILD UPON International collaboration for the sustainable renovation of the fund built in Europe. RoGBC 10-Point Statement for the Romanian authorities THE ROMANIAN COUNCIL FOR GREEN BUILDINGS ORGANIZED THE NATIONAL CONFERENCE "EXCHANGE ROMANIA WITH BUILD UPON! WHERE IT WILL PRESENT THE CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ROMANIA'S NATIONAL RENEWAL STRATEGY. We traveled over 4000 kilometers and organized 10 public consultation sessions in Cluj, Iași, Galați, Brașov, Craiova, Timișoara, and Bucharest, where we engaged with over 400 people of all ages, social, and professional categories in the co-creation and support of the implementation of Romania's National Renovation Strategy. The objective of these consultation sessions was to facilitate dialogue among all stakeholders and hold them accountable in transforming Romania's building stock, both public and private, into one that is energy-efficient and sustainable. Context: We spend almost 80% of our time in buildings, whether at work, home, shopping, or in public institutions. The safety and health of buildings have a significant impact on the population. As a member of the United Nations and the European Union, Romania must strive to limit global warming to 2°C by the end of the century, in accordance with the COP21 agreement in Paris. Buildings account for 40% of energy consumption and 36% of CO2 emissions in Europe. Participants: The event will be attended by representatives of the government, local administration, companies and financial institutions, non-governmental organizations, students, teachers and researchers, tenants and tenant associations, as well as media representatives. Stakeholders: Representatives of the government, local administration, companies and financial institutions, non-governmental organizations, students, teachers and researchers, tenants and tenant associations, as well as media representatives. Relevant documents Launch Report Project Summary 10-Point Statement

Become a Trainer in the Green Building Professionals Program! RoGBC is seeking passionate and qualified trainers to lead training sessions as part of the Green Building Professionals program. If you aspire to contribute to the development of industry professionals, we invite you to apply to become a trainer in this program. Why should you apply? You have the opportunity to contribute to the development of professionals in Romania's green building industry. You share your know-how and expertise with a dedicated audience, shaping the future of green construction. You become part of the RoGBC trainer community. You strengthen and deepen your knowledge through teaching and exchanging ideas with other professionals. Apply now!

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The EXITE project's main objective is to support the implementation of enhanced municipal energy management systems in countries in Central and Eastern Europe applying the methodology of the European Energy Award. The EXITE project aims to will stimulate the implementation of local energy and climate plans, attract private investors, promote public entrepreneurship, and successfully leverage scarce public resources. The European Energy Award has reached Central and Eastern Europe Where Change Happens... We all love our cities. We all want them to be the greenest, most ecological, and most sustainable places to live and work in Europe. But what is truly necessary to navigate the very different attitudes, opinions, and interests when tough decisions need to be made? Undoubtedly, it takes a lot of effort. And our local authorities need help—both from experts and from us, the citizens. They need a system, and they need support. Then, they also need recognition. The European Energy Award meets all these criteria—it provides municipalities with the methods, tools, expertise, and motivation to implement change. Because change happens at the local level. The EXCITE project Main Objective: To support the implementation of improved municipal energy management systems in Central and Eastern European countries. Approach: Application of the European Energy Award (EEA) methodology. Scope: At least 15 pilot cities in Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Romania, Slovakia, and Ukraine. Goal: To stimulate the implementation of local energy and climate plans by attracting private investors, promoting public entrepreneurship, and successfully leveraging limited public resources. Benefits of Participating in the Project: Local authorities choose to participate in the European Energy Award to receive: An action-oriented management tool that leads to tangible benefits Capacity building through coaching by experienced energy experts Access to a comprehensive set of support tools tailored to the national level Increased visibility through public events and the EU-wide recognized award procedure Regular exchange of experiences and training European Energy Award in Numbers: Over 25 years of experience 1,639 participating local authorities 65 million citizens involved Largest participating local authority: Lyon Metropolis (France - 1.34 million inhabitants) Smallest participating local authority: Senèdes (Switzerland, 156 inhabitants) The sole responsibility for the content of this publication lies with the authors. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the European Union. Neither EASME nor the European Commission is responsible for any use that may be made of the information contained herein. This project has received funding from the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation program under grant agreement No 892034. DETAILS

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Associate yourself with RoGBC, the premier organization in Romania that promotes green building through private sector methods with government initiatives and strategies. RoGBC MEMBERS Pioneers of sustainable development in Romania. Professionals, experts, companies and organizations with whom we share common goals. Platinum Members Gold Members Silver Members General Members Membri Fondatori Transilvania Membri Fondatori Moldova Media Partners Parteneri Strategici Founding Members