Exploring the complexities of energy retrofit in mixed tenure social housing: a case study from England, UK

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 157-174 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan Bright ◽  
David Weatherall ◽  
Roxana Willis
Keyword(s):  
Social Housing ◽  
Energy Retrofit

scholarly journals The Costs, Benefits and Stakeholder Analysis of an Irish Social Housing Deep Energy Retrofit Case Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 2069 (1) ◽  
pp. 012110
Author(s):  
Shane Colclough
Keyword(s):  
Social Housing ◽  
Policy Development ◽  
Stakeholder Analysis ◽  
Financial Economic ◽  
Low Energy ◽  
Strategic Investment ◽  
Energy Retrofit ◽  
The Government ◽  
Direct And Indirect Benefits

Abstract This paper analyses the results of a pilot deep energy retrofit (DER) implementation including the financial perspectives of the stakeholders with the aim of assisting DER policy development. The Multiple Beneficiary Analysis (MBA) provides technical and energetic details for a recent 12-unit DER social housing project and quantifies the multiple direct and indirect benefits – e.g. financial, economic and societal to enable a stakeholder (beneficiary) analysis. The analysis is apposite given the urgent need for effective policy development in order to enable the achievement of the low-energy retrofit mandated by the EU. The MBA finds that the stakeholder who benefits most (the tenant) makes no financial contribution to the higher standards and while the Central Exchequer also benefits significantly, the stakeholder who makes the upgrade decision (landlord) is financially dis-incentivised. Given the significant benefits which accrue to the Central Exchequer, there is an opportunity for strategic investment by the government to unlock the benefits of low energy dwellings. This would simultaneously realise ongoing financial benefits, “seed” the capability within industry and crucially increase the knowledge and understanding of low energy dwellings which is necessary to enable widespread adoption. The key finding is that despite potential returns of approximately twice the investment, and the urgent need to retrofit existing buildings, the required DER uptake is unlikely as the decision-makers require financial support to unleash the multiple benefits of energy efficient dwellings. A self-financing support is suggested for the case study for consideration.

Holistic approach for energy retrofit with volumetric add-ons toward nZEB target: Case study of a dormitory in Athens

2020 ◽  
Vol 207 ◽  
pp. 109630 ◽  
Author(s):  
Margarita-Niki Assimakopoulos ◽  
Rosa Francesca De Masi ◽  
Anastasia Fotopoulou ◽  
Dimitra Papadaki ◽  
Silvia Ruggiero ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Energy Retrofit

scholarly journals Optimizing Whole House Deep Energy Retrofit Packages: A Case Study of Existing Chicago-Area Homes

Buildings ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 323-353 ◽  
Author(s):  
Honnie Leinartas ◽  
Brent Stephens
Keyword(s):  
Energy Retrofit ◽  
Chicago Area

Financing social housing without guarantee: An English case study

1997 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 423-443 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul Saw ◽  
Christine Whitehead
Keyword(s):  
Social Housing

Multivariate statistical monitoring of buildings. Case study: Energy monitoring of a social housing building

2015 ◽  
Vol 103 ◽  
pp. 338-351 ◽  
Author(s):  
Llorenç Burgas ◽  
Joaquim Melendez ◽  
Joan Colomer ◽  
Joaquim Massana ◽  
Carles Pous
Keyword(s):  
Social Housing ◽  
Energy Monitoring ◽  
Multivariate Statistical ◽  
Statistical Monitoring

The effect of occupant behaviors on energy retrofit: A case study of student dormitories in Tehran

2021 ◽  
Vol 278 ◽  
pp. 123556 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shady Jami ◽  
Nima forouzandeh ◽  
Zahra Sadat Zomorodian ◽  
Mohammad Tahsildoost ◽  
Maryam Khoshbakht
Keyword(s):  
Energy Retrofit

scholarly journals Exploring collaboration within social housing retrofit practice for an ageing population: a single case study in the West of Scotland

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dayna Rodger ◽  
Nicola Callaghan ◽  
Craig Thomson
Keyword(s):  
Social Housing ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Unintended Consequences ◽  
Ageing Population ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Data Infrastructure ◽  
The Social

Purpose Sustainably addressing the social and economic demands from an ageing population is a major global challenge, with significant implications for policy and practice. This is resultant of the increasing demand for housing adaptations to prevent increased pressure upon acute health services. Through the lens of institutional theory, this paper aims to explore the levels of joined-up retrofit practice within a Scottish social housing provider, under a constructivist approach. Design/methodology/approach An exploratory single case study of a Scottish local authority was undertaken. Within this, nine key stakeholders were interviewed, taking a hierarchical approach, from director to repair and maintenance staff. Results were analysed by using Braun and Clarke’s six stages of thematic analysis. Findings There is a need for greater levels of integration within retrofit practice to not only improve the health and well-being of the older population but also increase efficiency and economic savings within public services. Currently, there are key issues surrounding silo-based decision-making, poor data infrastructure, power struggles and a dereliction of built environment knowledge and expertise, preventing both internal and external collaboration. However, housing, energy and health have interlinking agendas which are integral to achieving ageing in place. Therefore, there must be system-wide recognition of the potential benefits of improved cross-sector collaboration, preventing unintended consequences whilst providing socioeconomic outcomes. Originality/value This research provides a new perspective surrounding retrofit practice within the context of an ageing population. It highlights the requirement for improved cross sector collaboration and the social and economic cost of poor quality practice.

scholarly journals Energy Rehabilitation of Social Housing in Vulnerable Areas. Case study: a 1950s Building in a Medium-sized Mediterranean City

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 44
Author(s):  
Ruá María José ◽  
Huedo Patricia ◽  
Cabeza Manuel ◽  
Saez Beatriz ◽  
Civera Vicente
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Social Housing ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Optimal Solution ◽  
Energy Performance ◽  
Urban Context ◽  
Building Stock ◽  
Performance Simulation ◽  
Urban Level

In the urban context, buildings play a key role as they are energy consumers. In well-established cities with a high percentage of aged building stock, the focus should lie on sensitive urban areas where the weakest population sectors and the worst physico-economic conditions are usually encountered. In this work, the energy refurbishment of social housing is proposed. A block of municipally owned buildings is selected as a case study to consider that public buildings play an exemplary role according to Directive 2012/27/EU. The group is formed by 12 buildings, which account for 120 dwellings.This study is grounded on two levels. First the urban level. The building is located in a prioritised urban Area of Rehabilitation, Renovation and Urban Regeneration (ARRU), according to the new local Land Plan. This area presents multidimensional vulnerability and considers urban, building, socio-demographic and socio-economic features. Second, the building presents very low energy performance. It was built in 1959 when a high demand of dwellings and the economic resources then available led to low-quality buildings that are far from meeting today’s standards.Some proposals are made, having in mind the specific features of the urban context. The energy refurbishment of the building is proposed, selecting the optimal solution, considering technical, environmental and economic criteria. The energy performance simulation shows a remarkable improvement of the energy performance, resulting in an improvement of the thermal comfort of the dwellers. Besides, a reduction in the energy consumption is reached, which would reduce the energy bills and, on the other hand, a reduction of the carbon emissions to the atmosphere, contributing to a better environment quality. Having in mind that the building is intended for social housing, energy poverty situations could be avoided, as dwellings are inhabited by low-income dwellers.

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