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Weekly Building News
2025 - Week 24
Highlights
 
The government assures that MaPrimeRénov' will be supplemented with hundreds of millions of euros from CEE in 2025
Sustainable Development
On Tuesday, June 10, Housing Minister Valérie Létard assured MPs that the €3,6 billion budget for MaPrimeRénov' for 2025 would be "supplemented with several hundred million euros in energy saving certificates," a scheme funded by businesses. Read more
 
Emmanuel Macron criticizes "uncertainties about the measures" after the suspension of MaPrimeRénov'
Policy
Emmanuel Macron urged the government on Saturday, June 7, to "maintain" its focus on ecology, highlighting in an interview with the regional daily press the "uncertainties surrounding the measures put in place" following the suspension this week of MaPrimeRenov' energy renovation aid. Read more
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In a nutshell
 
Housing: The French prefer raising buildings over new construction
Study / Review / Report
As the housing crisis intensifies in France, the issue of adapting existing housing stock becomes central. Faced with ever-increasing prices, difficult borrowing conditions, and a lack of available land, more and more French people are seeking alternatives to adapt their homes to their needs. Read more
 
After years of growth, climate investments stagnate in Europe
Study / Review / Report
Climate investment is stagnating in Europe, warned the Institute for Climate Economics (I4CE) a few days ago in Brussels, in a study that highlights the delay in wind power and energy renovation of buildings. Read more
 
A third of the electricity consumed in France in 2024 was from renewable sources
Study / Review / Report
A third of the electricity consumed in France in 2024 will be from renewable sources, thanks to solar power but also to the hydroelectric sector, which remains the leading source of renewable electricity, according to the Panorama of Renewable Electricity published a few days ago. Read more
 
French growth weakened in 2025 by the American trade war
Conjuncture
For the second time in three months, the Banque de France on Wednesday, June 11, cut its growth forecast for France in 0,6 to 2025%, pointing to the increase in American customs duties in a very uncertain climate. Read more
 
Steel: Trade war delays recovery, which will not occur before 2026, according to the European steel lobby
Conjuncture
The US-led trade war will delay the recovery of the global steel market, which is "not expected before 2026," the European steel lobby estimated in a quarterly economic report published a few days ago. Read more
 
The State promises to double funds for urban renewal in 2026
Public finances
Urban renewal is not dead: Housing Minister Valérie Létard announced on Thursday, June 12, a payment of 116 million euros in 2026 to the National Agency for Urban Renewal (ANRU), twice as much as in 2025, and a prefiguration mission to continue this public policy. Read more
 
The suspension of MaPrimeRénov' raises fears of a halt in sales of energy-intensive homes this summer
Accommodation
The suspension of MaPrimeRénov' this summer could have temporary consequences on the real estate market, with a slowdown in sales of the most energy-intensive homes, according to industry professionals interviewed by AFP. Read more
 
Low-income households, the first victims of the suspension of MaPrimeRénov'
Sustainable Development
The uncertainty surrounding MaPrimeRénov' plunges low-income households into uncertainty, and even risks keeping them in energy poverty, due to the failure to cover the tens of thousands of euros of work required for a renovation. Read more
 
Energy sobriety: without new measures, France will not be able to meet its objectives
Sustainable Development
The professional sector involved in the "Connected Room-by-Room Heating Control" Boost acknowledges the publication of the revised CEE sheet to assist with thermostat equipment. Despite requests from the sector, the amount of aid has not been increased, effectively reducing the scope of this scheme, even though the French are required to equip themselves by 2027. Read more
 
Magali Cottave becomes President of the Cinov Federation
Appointment
Elected President-designate of the Cinov Federation by an absolute majority of delegates representing unions and regional federations at the May 2024 General Assembly, Magali Cottave begins her term as President today. She succeeds Frédéric Lafage. Read more
 
Two professional organizations are calling for the maintenance of MaPrimeRenov' for isolated works
Organization News
Two professional organizations, Afpac and Enerplan, in turn denounced the suspension of MaPrimeRénov' on Friday, June 6, and requested "at the very least" that the "single-action" process be maintained, which concerns isolated works such as changing a boiler or windows and not comprehensive renovations. Read more
 
The fight by town halls against furnished tourist accommodation is beginning to bear fruit
Regulation
"Since the new regulations, we've lost half of our business in Biarritz." Like other providers of furnished tourist rentals, HostnFly concierge services are beginning to feel the effects of the various regulations put in place to counter the explosion in short-term rentals. Read more
 
To better protect investors, the AMF requests 500.000 euros in sanctions against a real estate management fund
Others
On Friday, June 6, the French Financial Markets Authority (AMF) requested a fine of €500.000 against the asset management fund Eternam, which specializes in real estate, due to alleged breaches of legal obligations related to investor protection. Read more
 
Apollonia trial ends: decision in early 2026 for this vast real estate scam
Others
The Apollonia trial ended on Friday, June 6, after more than two months of debates that allowed the suffering of hundreds of victims of this immense real estate fraud to be heard, faced with impassive, even provocative, defendants who passed the buck. Read more
 
Manufacturers and Distributors
 
Rockwool France presents its 2024 Sustainable Development Panorama and strengthens its CSR commitment
News Manufacturer by Rockwool
With the publication of its 2024 Sustainability Panorama, ROCKWOOL Global, the world leader in stone wool insulation solutions, reveals the progress made towards achieving its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), as well as its interim targets for carbon neutrality by 2050 (STBi). Read more
 
Saint-Gobain will present its new five-year strategic plan on October 6
News Manufacturer by Saint-Gobain
Saint-Gobain will present its new five-year strategic plan on October 6, including a continuation of "regionalization," suggesting a less centralized organization, the group announced at its shareholders' meeting on Thursday, June 5, in Paris. Read more
 
RGE Certification: a new guarantee of excellence for Clareo in energy performance
News Manufacturer by lightening
CLAREO is taking a new step in its commitment to energy performance. Its design office is now RGE (Recognized Environmental Guarantor) certified, an official recognition that attests to the quality of its expertise and its contribution to the energy transition in buildings. Read more
 
Frédéric Bonneau appointed Marketing & Technical Director France/Benelux Onduline®
Appointment by Ondulin
Onduline®, a world leader in the manufacture of lightweight roofing systems and a member of the Kingspan group, announces the arrival of Frédéric Bonneau as Marketing & Technical Director for France & Benelux. Read more
Videos
 
LineLED Advance 3: One line, thousands of possibilities
Video by lightening
The LineLED ADVANCE 3 redefines the standards of linear lighting: a continuous line of light that structures and enhances volumes, combining flexibility and unparalleled performance. Read more
 
Sebico – 100 years of innovation serving water, people and territories
Video by Sebico
For nearly a century, Sebico has been designing and manufacturing sustainable solutions for water and sanitation management, serving homes, businesses and communities. Read more
 
2026 Municipal Elections: What do the French think about the energy transition? | Hellio x Ifop Study
Video by hello
One year before the municipal elections, Hellio is partnering with Ifop to ask the French about their vision of environmental issues and the energy transition in the regions. Read more
 
RE2020 Ventilation - Disable the external Brink CO2 Sensor (wired or wireless)
Video by Brink Climate Systems France
This tutorial allows you to easily deactivate the external Brink CO2 sensor (wired or wireless) on a Brink dual-flow ventilation unit in order to perform RE2020 control of the ventilation system. Read more
 
PRB Crépichaux: The art of lime, sublimated!
Video by PRB
PRB CRÉPICHAUX: Decorative mineral coating with fine-grained air lime. Why choose PRB CRÉPICHAUX? PRB CRÉPICHAUX is the art of lime, enhanced! Read more
 
Thunderclap: Suspension of MaPrimeRénov'
Video by sofinco
The government is suspending MaPrimeRénov' as of July 1, 2025. A surprise announcement that's rocking the French! 2,5 million homes affected, €13,9 billion committed... and now, a sudden pause? Read more
 
Construction site prevention: no more “good/not good”, make way for AI
Video by CAD. 42
For a long time, prevention consisted of posters, rules, and shocking images. Today, it's evolving. At CAD.42, they believe in a new way of raising awareness: more educational, more technological, more human. Read more
 
MaPrimeRénov' - Speech by Olivier Salleron at the CESE
Video by FFB
During a plenary session of the Economic, Social and Environmental Council, Olivier Salleron spoke on behalf of the Business Group regarding the freeze on MaPrimeRénov'. "This will disrupt the momentum of decarbonization and the energy transition, discourage households, disrupt businesses, and threaten employment. 100.000 people could be affected." Read more
Products and Materials
 
PRB Cool+ Roof, think to save
Advertising-editorial by PRB
Think to save: PRB COOL+ ROOF technology, lasting gains in summer comfort. Faced with the challenges of global warming and in response to energy regulations, PRB, a major player in building solutions, is launching PRB COOL+ ROOF, an innovative thermo-reflective roof coating system. Read more
 
Eclisse offers a collection of 100% customizable glass and aluminum doors
New range by Eclisse France
A new expression of contemporary design, combining transparency, materiality, and light. In a contemporary interior, every detail counts. Doors no longer simply separate spaces: they embody a vision. Read more
 
No more stagnant water or risk of slipping with Kinediva, the new Kinedo shower tray with its unique lines
New product by Kinedo
A new demonstration of the creative spirit of Kinedo, the innovative extra-flat, cuttable Kinediva shower tray immediately seduces with the elegance of its design with its matching oval drain cover. Read more
 
New AIR/WATER heat pump with R290 refrigerant: a greener and more efficient alternative
New product by Grant France
Grant, Ireland's leading manufacturer of renewable energy heating and cooling solutions, has launched its fifth generation of single-phase, monobloc air-to-water heat pumps. This new range operates with natural R5 refrigerant. Read more
 
Projects and Achievements
 
Sade, a subsidiary of the NGE Group, will build the first water treatment plant on the island of Santo Antão, in Cape Verde.
Project
SADE, a subsidiary of NGE, continues its expansion in Cape Verde and announces that it has won a contract for the sanitation of the island of Santo Antão. Awarded by the Agência Nacional Águas e Saneamento (ANAS) and financed by the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA), this project will provide the island with the necessary infrastructure for wastewater treatment and thus preserve its terrestrial and marine environment. Read more
 
Artificialization of soils: Neoen calls for "unblocking" its XXL solar park in Gironde
Project
Renewable energy producer Neoen called on the government on Wednesday, June 11, to "unblock" its giant photovoltaic power plant project, carried out with Engie in Gironde and stalled for more than a year due to issues related to land artificialization. Read more
 
GA Smart Building will carry out the iconic renovation of the “Paris Grands Boulevards” site on behalf of Covivio
Project
GA Smart Building will carry out major restructuring work for Covivio on the "Paris Grands Boulevards" site, located at the corner of Bergère, Conservatoire, and Faubourg Poissonnière streets. This large-scale project combines heritage preservation, contemporary transformation, and innovation in the heart of the capital, an ambition recognized by the special "Heritage & Renaissance" prize awarded at the SIMI Grands Prix 2024. Read more
 
Fort Boyard (17): a historic reconstruction project worth 36,6 million euros
Project
With an investment of 36,6 million euros, the Charente Maritime Department is undertaking a major project, which runs until 2028, to safeguard Fort Boyard and thus enable it to be opened to the public for the first time. Read more
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Screwless door handles for standard rosette handles

Bathroom furniture made from biosourced materials

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