European Heritage / Europa Nostra Award
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From: Office of Public Works
- Published on: 15 April 2026
- Last updated on: 21 April 2026
The OPW is delighted to win the European Heritage / Europa Nostra Award for the Improving the Energy Performance of Heritage Properties in State Care Initiative under the Education, Training and Skills category.
Of our initiative, the Awards’ Jury stated: “The initiative strengthens the capacity of public authorities and heritage professionals to apply European energy-efficiency standards in historic buildings in a structured and practical way. It combines high technical quality with a balanced approach that safeguards heritage value while contributing to long-term climate goals.”
The European Heritage Awards / Europa Nostra Awards celebrate and promote the highest standards in heritage interventions, research, and education, training and awareness-raising, as well the longstanding dedication of professionals and volunteers. The achievements recognised throughout the lifespan of the Awards scheme are a testament to the dynamic and vibrant heritage of Europe and of the dedication with which it is celebrated and cared for across the continent.
Further information on the 2026 European Heritage / Europa Nostra Award Winners can be found here and the dedicated page to the OPW initiative can be found here.
Separately, all winning projects will be eligible for the Public Choice Award. Cast your vote here. Voting closes on 12 May 2026.
The winners will be celebrated at the European Heritage Awards Ceremony 2026 on 28 May at the Municipal Theatre of Nicosia, Cyprus. This high-profile event will be hosted by European Commissioner Glenn Micallef, and Europa Nostra’s Executive President, Prof. Dr. Hermann Parzinger. H.E. the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides, will honour the ceremony with his attendance, as the highest representative of the country which holds the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union. The Deputy Minister of Culture of Cyprus, Dr. Vasiliki Kassianidou, and other distinguished guests will also attend.
During the ceremony, the Grand Prix laureates and the Public Choice Award winner — chosen from among this year’s winners of the European Heritage Awards / Europa Nostra Awards and entitled to receive €10,000 each — will be announced. The Awards Ceremony will be live streamed via the Europa Nostra website.