The ENHR Annual Conference 2025, themed "Affordable Housing in Greening Cities," will take place from June 30 to July 4 in Grand Paris, France. This five-day event, organized by the European Network for Housing Research, will host around 400 participants, including researchers, policymakers, and housing practitioners, to address pressing issues in housing affordability, environmental sustainability, and social equity.
The conference will explore challenges like balancing green urban interventions with affordability and social inclusion. Topics such as "green gentrification," where eco-friendly developments potentially displace vulnerable populations, and the disproportionate benefits of decarbonization for wealthier households will be key discussion points. Plenary sessions, workshops, and thematic events will delve into strategies for enhancing affordable housing through sustainable practices, innovative financial models, and collaborative governance.
Special sessions will include workshops on collaborative housing, comparative housing policies, and reconciling climate-neutral developments with affordability in the Global South. Participants will also engage in field trips and interactive events to share insights and forge new collaborations.
The New Housing Researchers Colloquium on June 30 opens the conference, offering early-stage academics a platform to discuss their work. This event provides a significant opportunity for diverse stakeholders to contribute to sustainable and inclusive urban housing solutions across Europe and beyond.