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Weekly Building News
2026 - Week 28
Highlights
 
Heatwave: a comprehensive energy renovation can reduce by three the number of days of overheating in the home
Climate
France experienced its first heatwave as early as May, and temperatures have been reaching unprecedented levels for several days now. Faced with the intensification of these heatwaves, the Rénovons collective, coordinated by the Cler network, is highlighting the benefits of comprehensive energy-efficient renovations. The research they cite shows that such renovations could reduce the number of overheating days during the summer by two-thirds and maintain a difference of up to 10°C between indoor and outdoor temperatures. Read more
 
Housing stimulus: the Senate adopts the bill to accelerate construction and renovation
Accommodation
The Senate adopted, on Wednesday, July 8, in its first reading, the bill aimed at revitalizing and decentralizing housing. This bill, sponsored by the Government, aims to address the housing crisis while accelerating energy-efficient renovations, new housing construction, and the adaptation of the existing housing stock to the effects of climate change. It will now be examined by the National Assembly in the fall. Read more
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In a nutshell
 
Energy renovation: the government wants to reduce certain subsidies, but what do the figures actually say?
Study / Assessment / Report by Hello Watt
The government is considering eliminating, from September 1, 2026, the MaPrimeRénov' grant for most individual energy renovation projects ("single-step" improvements), including attic and roof insulation and window replacement. This change, which aims to focus public funding on comprehensive renovations and the most efficient equipment, has sparked numerous reactions within the industry. But do the figures actually confirm that these projects are the least effective? Read more
 
Heatwave: One in two French people now consider the heat to be the main risk to their home
Study / Review / Report
As a new heat wave settles over France, the Domofinance Housing Observatory (formerly Cetelem Housing Observatory) 2026 reveals an unprecedented shift. Read more
 
Land consumption: Current situation and challenges
Study / Review / Report
As it does every year, Cerema produces, on behalf of the French government (DGALN), a report on land consumption in France. For 2024 (data available until January 1, 2025), the land consumption figure is 15.119 hectares; this is the lowest calculated level ever recorded since 2011. Read more
 
Real estate market: a difficult first half, an even more worrying second half
Conjuncture
The French real estate market failed to live up to expectations of recovery in the first half of 2026. Despite a start to the year marked by stabilizing interest rates, the conflict in the Middle East reignited inflationary pressures and weighed on household confidence. As a result, major real estate agency networks are observing a slowdown in transactions and anticipate a more pronounced downturn in the second half of the year. Read more
 
The government announces 3 billion euros in additional savings and lowers its growth forecast to 0,7%
Conjuncture
The French government announced on Tuesday, July 7, a new €3 billion savings plan to maintain the budget target set for 2026. This decision comes in a context of economic slowdown, marked in particular by the consequences of the conflict in the Middle East, which led the executive to revise its growth forecast to 0,7% for 2026, compared to 0,9% anticipated in April. Read more
 
Air conditioning versus good insulation: what building standards say
Regulation
Accused in the midst of a heatwave of being an obstacle to the installation of air conditioning in France, environmental building standards aim to better adapt buildings to high temperatures and consume less energy, while avoiding the systematic use of air conditioning. Read more
 
Photovoltaic canopies in car parks: major retailers are calling for "realistic regulations"
Regulation
Large car park managers theoretically had until July 1st to equip them with photovoltaic canopies, under the 2023 renewable energy law, but large retailers, the first to be affected, are denouncing "unattainable objectives" and demanding "realistic regulations". Read more
 
Heatwave: Why are some recently built public buildings overheating?
Climate
The extreme heatwaves of recent weeks have highlighted a reality that is increasingly difficult to ignore: even newly constructed or renovated public buildings can experience significant overheating during the summer. The example observed in western France illustrates the new challenges facing architects, engineering firms, and local authorities. Read more
 
Business leaders received at Matignon, the budget at the heart of discussions
Public finances
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu received the executive committee of the Entrepreneurs (formerly CPME) on Friday, July 3, according to concordant sources, with the president of the Entrepreneurs reporting a "positive" feeling at the end of this meeting largely devoted to the budget. Read more
 
The government is asking for 800 million euros in savings on workplace accidents
Public finances
The government is demanding 800 million euros in savings on the branch of Social Security dedicated to work accidents and occupational diseases, whose deficit is expected to grow, it was learned on Monday, July 6, from the Ministry of Labour. Read more
 
Artificial intelligence: Surveyors are equipping themselves with a new framework to support the transformation of the profession
Organization News
More than 1.200 professionals gathered in Nantes from June 23 to 25 for the 48th Congress of the French National Order of Surveyors, dedicated to the impact of AI on the technology and expertise of surveyors. This record-breaking event reflects the profession's interest in a topic already widely explored in practice, as revealed by a survey released for the occasion. Read more
 
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for Professional Packaging: the French joinery sector welcomes its postponement and calls for a swift clarification of the implementation conditions
Organization News
For several months the Actibaie Group, the SNFA, the UFME, the UMB - FFB and the UDTVP have been informing and supporting companies in the French joinery and flat glass processing sector in preparing for the EPR Professional Packaging (EPR EPRO). Read more
 
After the trauma of the pension reform, 7 months of discussions at the Work, Employment and Pensions Conference
Socials
Conceived as a major exercise in social dialogue and collective reflection following the suspension of pension reform this winter, the Work Employment Pensions (TER) conference concludes on Friday, July 3, seven months of work intended to inform the debates during the presidential election, despite the boycott by the Medef. Read more
 
Publication of the CSTB guide "The pathology of tiles and associated screeds"
Delivered by CSTB Editions
The objective of this work is to provide project owners, project managers, design offices, experts and companies with an educational tool that contributes to improving the quality of constructions and reducing claims. Read more
 
Manufacturers and Distributors
 
Graphisoft is committed to heritage rehabilitation and supports two new Reuse Italy competitions
Developer News by Graphisoft
Graphisoft, publisher of the BIM software Archicad, is a partner of Reuse Italy, an Italian non-profit organization specializing in architectural reuse since its creation in 2018. In this context, Graphisoft announces its support for two new international architecture competitions organized by Reuse Italy: “Reuse the Roman Cisterns” in Fermo (Marche region, Italy) and “Reuse the Kiln” in Scicli (Sicily, Italy). Read more
 
Alkern celebrates a new NF 025A certified site – Concrete blocks with the "Enhanced monitoring of production equipment" option
News Manufacturer by Alkern
Always a pioneer, Alkern, a major player in concrete blocks in France, has just seen a new industrial site honored by CERIB, obtaining NF Concrete Blocks certification with the "Enhanced monitoring of production equipment" option. Read more
 
FSC® certified wood: at the heart of Bjelin's environmental responsibility approach
News Manufacturer by Bjelin
Wood is a renewable material, but it is not an unlimited resource. How it is harvested and managed plays a vital role in preserving forests for future generations. This is where FSC® certification comes in, helping to ensure that the wood comes from responsibly managed forests. Read more
 
UNICEM confirms its governance structure to prepare for the major events of 2027
News Organization by UNICEM
At its general meetings, the National Union of Quarrying and Construction Materials Industries (UNICEM) renewed its confidence in its main leaders in order to ensure the continuity of the roadmap undertaken in service of the sector. Read more
 
Heidelberg Materials France rewards its partners committed to safety at the 1st edition of the Safety Partner Awards
Contest / Prize / Trophy by Heidelberg Materials
Heidelberg Materials France organized, in several regions, the first edition of its Safety Partner Trophies, intended to honor the subcontracting and transport companies most committed to safety. Read more
Videos
 
Immersion at the Construction Tech Village by CCCA-BTP at Digital Twin | BIM World
Video by CCCA-BTP
The Construction Tech Village, organised in partnership with FFB - French Building Federation, CAPEB, Once For All France Orisha, and Action 21, hosted more than 60 start-ups and their stands at DIGITAL TWIN | BIM World. Read more
 
Leica RTC Series: Real-time 3D scanning reinvented
Video by Leica Geosystems
Discover the new Leica RTC range: faster. Real-time. Connected. Born from Leica Geosystems' expertise in 3D laser scanning. Read more
 
Deck-VQ: ultra-thin insulation, maximum performance, preserved surface area
Video by Recticel Insulation
Vacuum insulation panels (VIPs) are a new type of innovative insulation material that meets very high thermal requirements. With a thermal conductivity of only 0,006 W/mK, it is the highest-performing solution on the market. Read more
 
Sofinco unveils its new brand identity
Video by sofinco
A new logo, new colours, a new visual style. A more modern, more expressive and more digital identity, designed to reflect the evolution of the brand and today's practices. Read more
 
Rustol-Owatrol®: 70 years of history, an enduring legend | A message from Thibault Durieu
Video by Durieu
70 years of history: an enduring legend. To mark the 70th anniversary of RUSTOL-OWATROL®, Thibault Durieu, Chairman and CEO of the Durieu Group, looks back on the history of a solution that has become a benchmark over seven decades. Read more
 
How do I register for Renogest 360?
Video by ITE-SHOP
Want to sign up for Renogest 360 but don't know where to start? It's easy! The whole process is explained in detail in this video. Read more
 
At Your Fingertips - With Magali Bardos and the Villejuif – Gustave Roussy train station
Video
Art is coming to the future Grand Paris Express station platforms! Illustrations, comics, graphics, and even animation: by 2030, 70 illustrators will have taken over the platforms of each Grand Paris Express station! Read more
 
[Reference project] Thermal comfort and discretion in the Nohée Senior Residence (95) - France Air
Video by France Air
Comfort, discretion and performance: challenge met at the Nohée senior residence located in Val-d'Oise – 95. Discover this reference project by France Air at the heart of a program of 100 homes, where the well-being of residents has been placed at the center of technical choices. Read more
Products and Materials
 
REHAU simplifies the commissioning of underfloor heating systems with NEA SMART 2.0 pre-programming
New product by REHAU Water Technologies
REHAU is launching a pre-programming service for its NEA SMART 2.0 control system, aimed at installers and builders of single-family homes. The control system—thermostats, control bases, and thermal actuators—is now fully configured at the factory according to the project's thermal study and delivered ready for installation. Read more
 
Optipose Slim, the new generation lightweight coping stone for sustainable construction
New product by Weser
With 60 years of experience in reconstituted stone, WESER is a recognized player in exterior design (wall copings, pillars, terrace slabs and pool copings, paving stones, borders, balustrades…), facade embellishment (window sills, door and bay window thresholds, molding elements…), and wall cladding (interior and exterior). Read more
 
Decotec launches Uno, its first range of bathroom furniture available in bulk from stock, offering excellent value for money
New range by Decotec
With the launch of the UNO collection, Decotec is taking a new step in its development. For the first time, the French manufacturer is offering a range of bathroom furniture available from stock and sold in packages, a strategic development that allows it to combine French manufacturing, controlled quality and competitive prices. Read more
 
Marius Aurenti was recognized at the Rovaltain 2026 Coups de Coeur awards for his painting Origine Végétale
Contest / Prize / Trophy by Marius Aurenti Materials
At the Rovaltain 2026 Coups de Cœur awards, which highlight meaningful actions, sustainable approaches and initiatives that are changing the game, Marius Aurenti is recognized for Origine Végétale©, its professional interior paint formulated from French vegetable oils of linseed and rapeseed. Read more
 
Renogest 360 breaks the mold with a free and unlimited version
Online tools by ITE-SHOP
Renogest 360 takes a decisive step in its development strategy. ITE-SHOP announces the launch of its management software in a free and unlimited version, an initiative aimed at removing the economic barriers that still hold back too many companies in the sector. Read more
 
Projects and Achievements
 
Paris Opera: The stage at the Palais Garnier will finally be closed for 5 years due to the extended renovation work
Project
A major blow for the Paris Opera: the stage at the Palais Garnier will finally have to close for five years, from 2027 to 2032, instead of the two years initially planned, due to an extension of the modernization work schedule linked to the presence of lead. Read more
 
Protest against the Seine-Nord Europe Canal, a demonstration banned by the prefecture
Construction site
Opponents of the Seine-Nord Europe canal, who are mobilizing from Thursday, July 9 in the Hauts-de-France region to demand the halt of the project, which is already well underway, are planning a demonstration on Saturday, with the announced presence of Jean-Luc Mélenchon, but this is threatened by a prefectural decision. Read more
 
NGE is mobilizing its expertise to replace the footbridge crossing the Allier river in Cournon-d'Auvergne
Construction site
In June, NGE reached a major milestone in the project to replace the footbridge crossing the Allier River in Cournon-d'Auvergne with the dismantling of the old structure. This complex project, carried out in a particularly sensitive environment, illustrates the Group's expertise in civil engineering, special foundations, river works, and exceptional lifting operations. Read more
 
Le Havre tramway: Spie batignolles paysage is carrying out one of the biggest projects in its history
Construction site by Spie batignolles
The Le Havre Seine Métropole urban community has chosen the group led by Vallois, an entity of Spie batignolles paysages, to carry out all the green space works on the entire tram network extension project. Read more
 
A new solar power plant, the second largest in France by capacity, inaugurated in the Oise region
Achievement
It is now the second largest photovoltaic electricity production site in France by power: the new solar power plant at the former Creil Air Base 110 (Oise), whose power is now fully installed, was officially inaugurated a few days ago. Read more
Products of the week

Solutions for draining roads

Fiber reinforced concrete formwork

Wood cladding that combines aesthetics and fire resistance

Bio-sourced aluminum guardrail

Alkern

Schoeck

Kebony

Horizontal

New range of 3D laser scanners designed to accelerate reality capture on all construction sites

Densified wood flooring

Range of modular LED luminaires

Compact and elegant PMR lifting platform

Topocenter

Bjelin

LITED

ABC Lift
 
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