Sustainable Renovation Course

Developed under the frame of the Interreg BSR Programme funded project NonHazCity3, CCB developed this online course on sustainable renovation, designed to equip you with the knowledge necessary to renovate your home in an environmentally responsible way. It focuses on promoting health, enhancing efficiency, and minimizing environmental impact.
This course, divided into four thematic lessons, is perfect for anyone planning to undertake a renovation project.

What you will learn

1. Sustainable Renovation: Need-to-Know Basis

Learn why sustainability matters when you renovate:



  • How renovation affects your health
  • How renovation impacts the environment and why it matters
  • What sustainable renovation really means and why it is important

Discover how to prepare for a renovation that protects both people and the planet:


  • What to consider when starting a renovation
  • How to create a sustainable renovation plan
  • What precautions to take during repairs
  • How circularity, waste management, and recycling fit into the process

3. Choosing Non-Toxic and Sustainable Materials

Get the facts and tools you need to choose safe materials:


  • Common myths about sustainable materials and what really matters
  • What makes materials safe and eco-friendly
  • What to check before selecting products for your renovation
  • Access a practical catalogue with guidance on safe and sustainable material options

4. Sustainable Living: Clean Air and Post-Renovation Care

Learn how to keep your indoor environment healthy after the work is done:


  • How to improve indoor air quality after renovation
  • How to choose safe cleaners and home care products
  • How to clean up and maintain your space responsibly

The online course

HOW TO ENROL?

By learning how to renovate sustainably, you not only improve your own living environment, you also help reduce pollution and protect the Baltic Sea from hazardous substances.


Start your Sustainable Renovation journey today!

Take the first step toward eco-friendly renovation and healthier living.



Join the course now!

Additional information

  • Who is this course for?

    This course is open to everyone, no technical background required.


    It is especially useful for:

    • Homeowners and tenants planning renovations
    • Architects, builders, and design students
    • Municipal staff and NGOs promoting sustainable housing
    • Anyone interested in healthier, toxin-free homes

  • Costs

    This course is free of charge.

  • Language

    The course is held in English.

  • Structure & Availability

    It is a self-paced online course that has not test/exams.


    Available anytime, anywhere at ecorenovation.info



Co-funded by the Interreg Baltic Sea Region Programme. NonHazCity 3 works to reduce exposure to hazardous substances in buildings, homes, and municipalities across the Baltic Sea region. The project develops practical tools and solutions for safer materials, cleaner indoor air, and more circular construction practices.

Feedback

If you have any questions about the course or do you have any suggestions, please contact us at secretariat (at) ccb.se