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Challenges of Energy Renovation
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Abstract
One of the most complex and urgent challenges in the energy transition is the large-scale refurbishment of the existing housing stock in the built environment. In order to comply with the goals of the Paris convention, the aim is to live "energy-neutral", that is, a dwelling should produce as much s... view more
One of the most complex and urgent challenges in the energy transition is the large-scale refurbishment of the existing housing stock in the built environment. In order to comply with the goals of the Paris convention, the aim is to live "energy-neutral", that is, a dwelling should produce as much sustainable energy as it consumes on a yearly basis. This means that millions of existing houses need to undergo a radical energy retrofit. In the next 30 years, all dwellings should be upgraded to nearly zero-energy buildings, which is a challenge to accomplish for a reasonable price. Across the EU, many projects have developed successful approaches to the improvement of building technologies and processes, as well a better involvement of citizens. It is important to compare and contrast such approaches and disseminate lessons learned. In practice, it is crucial to raise the level of participation of inhabitants in neighborhood renovation activities. Therefore, the central question of this issue is: How can we increase the involvement of tenants and homeowners into this radical energy renovation?... view less
Keywords
redevelopment; building; residential building; energy saving; energy consumption
Classification
Ecology, Environment
Special areas of Departmental Policy
Free Keywords
(near) zero-energy renovation; local energy policy; owner-occupied dwellings; participation; renewable energy strategy; social housing; user behaviour; user satisfaction
Document language
English
Publication Year
2022
Page/Pages
p. 1-4
Journal
Urban Planning, 7 (2022) 2
Issue topic
Zero Energy Renovation: How to Get Users Involved?
ISSN
2183-7635
Status
Published Version; reviewed