About this episode
Across Europe, the cost of housing is reaching a critical point. Rents are rising, homeownership is slipping out of reach, and no major city remains affordable for an average-income household. What are the driving forces behind this situation? What measures are being taken at the European, national or local level to address this crisis? How effective are they? In our new episode of Europe Talks Back , produced in cooperation with ESPON , we explore this continent-wide challenge through fresh data and expert insight. Our guest, Alice Pittini , Research Director at Housing Europe , helps us understand: Why have housing prices outpaced incomes? How affordability differs across territories; What national systems can (and cannot) do; How the EU’s new Affordable Housing initiative could support real change This crisis is not only about markets — it’s about fairness, access, and the future of Europe’s cities and communities. Join us on our journey through the events that shape the European continent and the European Union. A podcast by Europod, in cooperation with ESPON, an EU-funded programme that bridges research with policies “This podcast series is cofunded by ESPON. However, the opinions and views expressed are solely those of the authors. ESPON can't be held responsible for them.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.