EmBuild supports public authorities in Southeast European countries to develop long-term strategies for investing in energy efficient renovations of buildings. 40% of EU energy consumption and 36% of emissions come from buildings, so renovations are needed to meet EU climate goals. EmBuild takes a bottom-up approach by working directly with local governments in towns and regions to build their capacity to create renovation strategies tailored to their specific needs and resources. The goal is for municipalities to lead the way in renovating buildings to achieve energy savings as well as economic, environmental and social benefits.