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The current perception is that options for upgrading the thermal performance of pre-1919 dwellings with solid wall constructions are particularly limited and are considered as ‘hard to treat’. This chapter reviews research projects which challenge the assumption that there are only limited options for reducing the carbon emissions of older buildings by taking a holistic approach which balances conservation needs with energy efficiency measures, and considers the risks and impacts on other aspects of building performance. The results are generally applicable to devising refurbishment strategies for the pre-1919 housing stock in Scotland. Building simulation software can aid in ranking solutions on the basis of energy efficiency saving by CO2 reduction coupled with cost-benefit analysis of appropriate measures. Addressing maintenance and repair issues, with comparatively low cost, can also have important consequences on improving energy efficiency. Post-intervention assessments are advisable both as a check of the actual thermal performance and the important impact of occupancy. These should be addressed in live projects, for example, where new technical solutions are implemented. Whilst consideration is given to minimum intervention strategies to conserve traditional or historic features, risks assessments should be carried out at an early stage before the final decision on the refurbishment package is made.
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Baker, P. (2013). Refurbishment. In: Dimitrijević, B. (eds) Innovations for Sustainable Building Design and Refurbishment in Scotland. Green Energy and Technology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-02478-3_7
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