RIAQ

Impact of energy retrofits on indoor environmental quality and hygrothermal performance of the buildings in different climate scenarios

What we do

There is a continued need to engage SMEs and other stakeholders in the monitoring of retrofit techniques and their impact on indoor air quality (IAQ), and hygrothermal performance of building structures, to provide sustainable and healthy buildings. The RIAQ preparatory project aim is to prepare the ground for a main project that will inform and engage SMEs, building stakeholders, and occupants about common protocols for an IAQ assessment, and assess the potential for improving IAQ along with energy efficiency and improving the resistance of buildings in the changing climate. The project concluded with a main project application.

Collective approaches for retrofitting and building sustainability

We have studied retrofit approaches, delving into the intricacies of energy, thermal and hygrothermal performance and indoor air quality (IAQ), and design features within a pilot sample of homes in both Ireland and Finland. This exploration served as a foundation for our main project idea. The collaboration between Ireland and Finland in this preparatory phase has added significant value. By combining expertise and perspectives from diverse backgrounds, we have cultivated a rich pool of knowledge. The preparatory project provided an opportunity for the team to develop new knowledge and skills as in the examples below.

Project priority


Climate Change

Project period


Start

01.12.2022

End

30.11.2023

Lead Partner


University of Oulu


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Project info


Objective

2.1 Promoting energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions


Total Budget

98.831,22 EUR


NPA Co-Financing

64.240,29 EUR

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