A Sustainable Blueprint
Designed to offset both construction and operational carbon footprints, the building will feature a dome-shaped roof covered with solar panels capable of generating surplus energy. Local materials, including limestone, wood, and ceramics, will further reduce the environmental impact while reflecting Seville’s rich architectural heritage.
“This will be the first building of its kind on this scale for European institutions,” noted the Commission, emphasizing its commitment to setting new standards for environmentally responsible infrastructure.
Modern and Adaptable
The interior will include flexible office spaces, meeting rooms, and communal areas, designed to adapt to evolving needs. Open-air spaces will also be accessible to the public, reinforcing the building’s role as a community hub and symbol of sustainable progress.
Collaborative Effort
The project is a collaboration between the European Commission, Seville City Council, Andalusia’s regional government, and the Spanish Government. Construction, awarded to Constructora San José S.A. and Sociedad Española de Montajes Industriales S.A., will begin following approval by the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union.
A Landmark for Innovation
Located in Isla de la Cartuja, the new JRC building will bolster the center’s work on sustainability, artificial intelligence, and policy innovation. Since 1994, the Seville site has supported over 400 international staff, contributing to key European policy advancements.
The building, poised to become a landmark for sustainable progress, sets a precedent for net-zero infrastructure within European institutions.
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