Tackling the complexity of retrofitting urban districts

Retrofitting entire districts with energy efficient products and techniques is a sustainable and cost-effective approach to reducing heat loss and cutting fuel use, especially in older buildings. However, the sheer scale of the task – combined the fragmented nature of the construction sector – adds complexity to the decision-making process.

The FASUDIR (Friendly and Affordable Sustainable Urban Districts Retrofitting) project is tackling this issue by developing new business models and related tools that should encourage the growth of sustainable urban retrofitting across Europe. The project’s key instrument is an Integrated Decision Support Tool (IDST), a new methodology supported by a software tool which will help decision-makers select the best retrofitting strategies. FASUDIR is also creating a repository for retrofitting technologies and involving a variety of stakeholders.

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