TL;DRThe Berlin Senate is analyzing rental listings to identify systematic violations of the law. The review questions when the state will publicly address these issues.
TL;DRThe European Food Safety Authority has lowered the limit for TFA, a breakdown product of pesticides, recognizing it as more dangerous than previously understood. This adjustment reflects new scientific assessments of the compound's risks.
TL;DRSweden intends to prohibit PFAS in everyday items such as kitchenware and clothing by 2028. This action raises questions about the timing of a similar EU-wide ban.
TL;DRThe EU is initiating infringement proceedings against all 27 member states due to a slow increase in energy efficiency within their building stock. The slow progress in energy-efficient renovations is being criticized.
TL;DRGreenpeace warns that construction and climate change are pushing Spain's coastlines to the brink of collapse. The organization advocates for nature-based alternatives to beach regeneration.
TL;DRThe number of completed apartments in Germany is expected to continue to decline, reaching approximately 185,000 in 2026. The ifo Institute anticipates little prospect of a recovery in construction activity.
TL;DRClimate change is impacting urban livability and affordability, influencing who can afford rent and property prices. This phenomenon is causing housing prices to increase in suburban areas.