Based on the generic approach and common objectives presented above, proposals submitted under this topic are expected to focus on one of the specific scopes below.

The scope addressed should be specified in the introduction of the proposal. Although this does not exclude the possibility of addressing, in addition, some aspects of the other scope, proposals must be fully clear on what the core focus of the approach is, and who the main final beneficiaries will be.

Scope A: Integrated Home Renovation Services
Under Scope A, actions should clearly focus on the energy renovation of existing single or multi-family buildings in the private residential sector. Actions in “complex buildings” (e.g. coexistence of owner-occupied and rented housing; coexistence of private and social housing; coexistence of housing and business premises, typically on the ground floor; etc.) may be included in this scope. Specific approaches to deal with subsets of the residential sector (e.g. focus on condominiums, focus on energy poor households, etc.) are also welcome, as long as the main focus is on private nonprofessional homeowners (including homeowners’ associations in the condominium sector, but excluding public/social housing organisations). Beyond the common objectives presented in the “Objective” section, the proposals presented under this scope should meet the following specific objectives:

The services developed under Scope A should cover the whole “customer journey” of the homeowners aiming to renovate their home. Dedicated structures (legal entities or consortia of organisations) should provide integrated home renovation services, with the explicit intention of delivering services that belong in the competitive sector. In particular, proposals are expected to provide proactive support to homeowners ranging from technical design, obtention of permits, selection of qualified professionals, contracting of works, structuring and/or provision of finance (e.g. loans), to the supervision of contractors to carry out the renovation works and quality assurance. Those services can be implemented by public or private entities, either on a not-forprofit or for-profit basis.

Proposals addressing only the provision of generic information and diagnosis, and/or limited to Internet platforms without on-site interaction are not within the scope. Proposals that showcase innovative approaches to effectively address the objectives, and/or that originate from regions where integrated home renovation services remain underdeveloped, will be prioritised.

Scope B: Integrated services for rental housing energy upgrade
Under Scope B, actions should clearly focus on energy renovations of existing rental housing owned by professional entities. Examples of stakeholders that could be targeted by the services developed under Scope B are, among others: private housing companies, housing cooperatives, social housing operators, real-estate investors, property managers (on behalf of multi-owner households or real estate investors), building administrators, non-profit organisations, etc. Beyond the common objectives presented in the “Objective” section, the proposals presented under this scope should meet the following specific objectives: The type of integrated solutions developed must be particularly tailored to the specificities of rental housing in the local context. Services developed under Scope B should go beyond merely providing first-level information and generic diagnoses. They must also address key objectives such as the development of strategic partnerships, particularly with construction companies and/or financial institutions; the development of tailored financial and/or fiscal schemes specific to rental housing, and the practical implementation of sustainable business models, leveraging property values, optimising market dynamics and ensuring consistent investment returns.

Proposals should also pay particular attention to governance issues, e.g. developing a framework to facilitate decisions and conflict resolution among co-owners, or developing a framework so that tenants can participate in decisions and partly share risks and benefits, etc.

Scope C: EU community of “Integrated Home Renovation Services” practitioners
Proposals under Scope C should build on the foundations established by the EUPEERS project, fostering a network of skilled  practitioners and bringing together European initiatives focused on integrated home renovation services. By connecting local and regional initiatives, this community will foster international collaboration and share best practices.

The community should serve as a reference knowledge hub, gathering and consolidating information on existing and emerging home renovation approaches and models across the EU to enhance their replication potential. Participants should notably aim to actively collaborate with public authorities to support the transposition of the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) and the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).

Proposals under Scope C should consolidate findings, facilitate dialogue, and support emerging initiatives to expand local projects and enable cross-border replication. Proposals should aim to extend activities to Member States not yet covered by the EU-PEERS project. Special attention should be given to mentorship and outreach initiatives, particularly in regions where integrated home renovation services are limited or emerging.
Knowledge exchange activities should take place at both national and EU levels, with notably appropriate resources allocated to facilitating exchanges among one-stopshop projects supported by the LIFE Clean Energy Transition programme. Capacity-building activities, such as training national trainers and engaging local authorities, will strengthen renovation programmes. Effective communication will highlight successful home renovation strategies and renovation packages that effectively trigger ambitious renovations. Proposals should align with relevant EU initiatives, leveraging existing results to maximise impact. In particular, efforts should be made to coordinate with national hubs of the European Energy Efficiency Financing Coalition, where relevant. Regarding thematic areas of focus, this community is expected to provide consolidated findings and recommendations for emerging and developing initiatives, as well as for national/local regulators working to facilitate the deployment of onestop shops. Key areas of work include:

• Strategic positioning: Identifying market gaps, crafting attractive service offerings, and exploring scalable business models.
• Tools and methodologies: Streamlining renovation processes and developing innovative tools.
• Skills development: Identifying emerging professions and training needs.
• Partnerships: Establishing strong collaborations with market actors to ensure high-quality services.
• Quality assurance and consumer protection: Ensuring reliability and consumer trust in home renovation services.