POWERHOUSE NZC

Through the consolidation of existing analysis and the compilation of cost and consumption data in selected pilots, Four Inter-EU Taskforces will build capacity and confidence among Europe’s social, cooperative and public housing providers ahead of NZEB obligations. The taskforce working on cold, continental climates will address, in particular, concerns on hidden cost implications of increased airtightness linked to ventilation and air quality through monitoring and reporting of costs for works carried out, maintenance and consumption during the use-phase in ten exemplary developments.

This data, coupled with field studies, will be a key component for confidence building. In parallel, in warm, Mediterranean climates where meeting NZEB requirements requires a different approach, the taskforce will use the same methodology, to mainstream effective solutions. The third joint taskforce will showcase exemplary financing and organisational solutions used to reach nearly zero standards in existing housing in divided ownership. The forth taskforce will address the need to make the business case for nearly- zero housing and for maximum mobilisation of public and private finance.

Partners:

• 
  Partners| POWERHOUSE NZC project (IEE)

Duration: 11/04/2012 to 10/04/2015

Overall budget: 2,167,688 € (EU contribution: 75,00 %)

Website: http://www.powerhouseeurope.eu