Energy renovation in the residential sector. Measures and incentives in the Recovery Plans in Italy and Spain
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Abstract
INTRODUCTION. The energy inadequacy of the existing building stock is a problem that the European Union and its member countries have been addressing for years. The recent pandemic crisis, coupled with the publication of the European Green Pact, has triggered a series of measures and support aimed at providing the necessary tools for radical energy rehabilitation in the housing sector. OBJECTIVE. This article aims to clarify the state of the art of energy policies undertaken by the EU in the framework of the Recovery Plan for Europe. METHOD. A comparative study is carried out on the measures taken for energy rehabilitation in Italy and Spain. RESULTS. A series of analytical categories are identified that characterise the tools adopted and a relationship with urban level policies is established. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS. A number of procedural factors hinder the applicability of the measures, however, the consolidation of integrated perspectives that consider thermal retrofitting as a part of wider urban regeneration plans is highlighted. Future research can carry out comparative studies between other EU and non-EU countries.
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