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#BUS4RoBOOST - “BUILD UP Skills” for mainstreaming long-term renovation of Romanian building stock
About the project
The project aimed at rebooting the National Qualification Platform (NQP), Status Quo Analysis (SQA) and National Roadmap developed under the BUILD UP Skills Romania project (ROBUST), to ensure alignment with the EU 2030 targets. The project addressed qualification needs for the construction sector and evaluated the effectiveness of the first National Roadmap implementation, in order to update the National strategy, including mapping the skills needs and recommendations for certification, qualification/ training of both ‘blue-collar’ and ‘white-collar’ professionals in Romania to reflect the new qualification needs. The NQP gathering all relevant recognised stakeholders, in both buildings and education/training sectors in Romania, were engaged in an active consultation process with a view to revise the SQA and National Roadmap to reflect the new realities of the building sector, while taking into account all relevant skills needed to enable the Clean Energy Transition, in particular the EU Renovation Wave, the mainstreaming of NZEBs, and the inclusion of resource efficiency considerations. The project was implemented by a consortium with complementary background and expertise in energy efficiency and renewables in buildings, as well as moderating and communicating skills, life-long learning expertise and public administration, consisting in: the national research institute for construction sector (URBAN-INCERC), the relevant public authority (MDLPA), the leading university of civil engineering (UTCB), an energy network of 30 municipalities (OER), two representative clusters for the addressed sectors (Pro-nZEB and Cluster TEC), a relevant professional association (AIIR) and a management consultancy company (BDG). Based on the active consultation and involvement of the key actors, the updated national roadmap was endorsed by relevant authorities and stakeholders with a commitment to carry out and implement the proposed strategy.
The BUILD UP Skills Romania Roadmap is a strategic document crafted to address the national qualification needs of Romania’s construction workforce for achieving the 2030 energy efficiency and sustainability targets. This comprehensive roadmap is the result of the completed BUILD UP Skills – BUS4RoBOOST project, which brought together insights and recommendations from key stakeholders through extensive consultations conducted from February to May 2024.
As part of the broader European initiative to enhance green and digital skills in the construction sector, this roadmap builds on the original strategy from 2013, incorporating updated measures to meet current challenges. It outlines clear steps for improving workforce capabilities, ensuring high-quality construction practices, and supporting Romania’s commitments to climate and energy goals. Explore the roadmap to discover how it aims to transform the construction sector, from policy updates to innovative training programs.
The Analysis of the national status quo is a comprehensive analysis of the Romanian construction sector’s skills development status, with a focus on achieving 2030 energy efficiency and renewable energy targets in buildings. It examines national policies, workforce statistics, energy performance, and educational frameworks while identifying skill gaps and workforce training needs. Emphasis is placed on the integration of EU energy directives and the development of nearly-zero energy buildings (nZEB).
The analysis covers existing barriers, opportunities for workforce upskilling, and the alignment of qualifications with EU standards. Key insights include the estimated demand for skilled workers, required qualification schemes, and modernized training approaches. The report also highlights challenges like outdated curricula, limited resources, and the need for standardized certifications. Through stakeholder consultations and data analysis, the report outlines strategies for fostering a skilled workforce to support sustainable development in Romania’s building sector. It serves as a critical resource for aligning industry practices with EU directives and national goals.
The BUS4RoBOOST Final Publishable Report highlights the project’s key activities and outcomes, as an initiative that helps foster a skilled workforce in the construction sector, addressing energy efficiency and digitalization skills demands required to achieve Romania’s 2030 and 2050 targets.
The report details the updated roadmap for qualifications, strategies to overcome barriers in workforce training, and the promotion of green and digital skills. It emphasizes stakeholder collaboration, enhanced training programs, and alignment with EU standards. Additionally, the report showcases the relaunch of the National Qualification Platform, engaging over 350 stakeholders to support skills development. With its focus on sustainable practices, digital innovation, and skill recognition, the BUS4RoBOOST project results serve as a vital step in supporting Romania’s sustainable development goals.