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Selected startups will be part of a selected portfolio of over 70 ventures globally who are tackling the housing crisis through market-based solution.

Europe is facing a dual crisis—an escalating housing shortage and a pressing need to reduce carbon emissions. With over 900,000 people homeless each night and 30 million vacant homes across Europe, the paradox is striking: while many struggle without adequate shelter, millions of properties remain unused. At the same time, residential buildings account for 36% of CO₂ emissions and 40% of energy consumption in the EU. 

Read our policy papers, housing reviews, shelter reports and advocacy toolkits for a more in-depth look at our advocacy efforts.

Habitat`s intervention will rehabilitate and weatherproof buildings and upgrade water and sanitation facilities for 7,500 people in Lebanon.