In the context of Europe’s ecological transition, sustainable homes — the so-called green homes — are gaining ground not only environmentally, but also economically. According to recent studies, an energy-efficient renovation can increase a home’s value by up to 52%. And the good news? No invasive interventions are needed to achieve this goal.

EPBD 2030: Energy Efficiency as Obligation and Opportunity

The European Directive EPBD IV (Energy Performance of Buildings Directive), known as the “Green Homes Directive,” requires Member States to reduce the energy consumption of existing buildings by 16% by 2030.

The ultimate goal is full decarbonization by 2050, but already in the coming years, millions of homes will need to be upgraded to meet the new standards.

Non-invasive interventions, surprising results

Many homeowners fear high costs and invasive work, but the reality is quite different. Here are some interventions that can significantly improve a property's energy class:

• Replacement of windows → low-emissivity glass and insulating frames reduce heat loss.

• Heat pump instead of boiler → allows heating and cooling with electricity, reducing the use of fossil fuels.

• Photovoltaic system → produces clean energy and lowers the electricity bill.

• Building automation → temperature regulation and consumption control systems optimize efficiency and reduce waste.

SmartDHOME and MyVirtuoso Home: home automation serving efficiency

MyVirtuoso Home, developed by SmartDHOME, is a wireless home automation system that regulates temperature, optimizes electricity use, manages lighting and motorized devices, and monitors home security.

Thanks to ZEE artificial intelligence, it optimizes energy self-consumption and integrates with photovoltaic systems and heat pumps.

MyVirtuoso Home complies with UNI EN ISO 52120-1 standards and can be included in funded energy retrofit projects where Building Automation installation is required.

An investment that pays off

Upgrading your home to EPBD standards is not just a regulatory obligation, but an economic opportunity.

In addition to reducing bills, the market value of the property can increase significantly.

In Italy, over 50% of homes are still in the lowest energy classes: the potential for improvement is enormous.

Green homes are no longer a luxury for the few, but a strategic choice for those who want to invest in the future.

With targeted and sustainable interventions, it is possible to improve quality of life, respect the environment, and enhance your real estate assets.

Energy retrofit simulation

Initial data

• Current energy class: G (the lowest).

• Surface area: 150 m².

• Heating: gas boiler.

• Windows: old, no double glazing.

• Roof: available for photovoltaic system.

• Automation: desired (smart thermostats, consumption control).

Proposed interventions

• Window replacement → up to 25% reduction in heat loss.

• Heat pump → energy efficiency 3–4 times higher than gas boiler.

• 6 kW photovoltaic system → covers up to 60–70% of electricity consumption.

• Building automation → additional 10–15% energy savings.

Estimated energy savings

• Current annual consumption: ~20,000 kWh equivalent.

• Post-intervention consumption: ~8,000–9,000 kWh equivalent.

• Annual savings: about €1,800–2,200 on bills.

Increase in property value

• Expected energy class after interventions: C or B.

• Current market value (estimated): €250,000.

• Post-retrofit value: up to €375,000 (+50%).

Available tax incentives

• Deductions up to 65% for windows and heat pumps.

• Incentives for photovoltaics.

• Benefits for home automation and building automation.

Find out more at www.myvirtuosohome.com and get ready to experience energy efficiency like never before.