The European Builders Confederation (EBC) unveiled the study “EU micro construction companies: Rising to the 2040 climate objectives”. 

The study underscores that micro construction companies — representing 94% of all EU construction firms and 46% of the workforce — are essential to Europe’s energy transition. Despite their prevalence, these companies currently generate only 31% of sectoral added value, signalling untapped potential to drive energy renovation and sustainability. 

With nearly 75% of Europe’s building stock still energy-inefficient and an annual renovation rate of just 1%, the report stresses the need to scale up to 3–4% per year to meet 2050 climate goals — equivalent to around 23,000 homes per day. 

According to the study, the key drivers shaping the future of the renovation market are: 

The study finds that micro construction firms hold strong advantages — such as skilled expertise, client trust, and local anchoring — but will need to adapt their business models through collaboration, lean processes, and digital solutions to scale their impact.  

Read the full press release and download the study: https://www.ebc-construction.eu/news/small-builders-big-local-impact-marking-35-years-ebc-unveils-study-putting-micro-construction-companies-at-the-heart-of-energy-renovation/.