in: Sustainable Consumption: Towards Action and Impact. International scientific conference, November 6th-8th 2011, Hamburg. Abstract Volume. S. 84

Authors: Weiß, Julika; Vogelpohl, Thomas

Year: 2011

Type of publication: Article in collected volume

Results of an analysis of policy instruments in Germany addressing retrofitting of single-family and semi-detached houses were presented. The analysis builds on an investigation of the barriers being responsible for the discrepancy between potential and actual refurbishment rates. Furthermore, the potential savings identified have been taken into account. Re-sults of this analysis show that the policy instruments currently in force do not adequately address the measures promis-ing the highest energy savings as well as the specific barriers of homeowners towards an energy efficient refurbishment. Drawing on these findings, recommendations for improving current policy instruments and implementing new instruments are given, focussing on the most promising types of buildings and refurbishment measures.