Research group Applied Urban Energy Transition

Construction is a complex process. Many products and parties are involved. Moreover, higher demands are being made in terms of energy and circularity, user choice and adaptability, among others.

To meet such demands, we need new products, processes, concepts and tools. Within the research group we tackle this issue through co-design. We build on the latest insights from systems engineering, integrated product-process development, organisational science and risk management.

If you want to renovate homes to be energy-neutral or gas-free, various measures must often be combined. Resources, time and capacity for innovation are limited, so what do you focus on? How future-proof are the existing renovation concepts for individual terraced houses? How should we deal with climate change? Solutions are also needed for other types of buildings, such as flats.

Shaping the energy transition means examining each street and neighbourhood to determine which approach would lead to the optimum result. At the same time, residents need to know that they are being supported during their selection process and that the professionals involved are able to organise their work efficiently. In this line of research, we work with partners from professional practice to develop resident-oriented solutions. In doing so, we have opted for designing in co-creation.

Projects

• One Stop Shop housing renovation