Intermediaries as gatekeepers and their role in retrofit decisions of house owners

Zaunbrecher, Barbara S.; Arning, Katrin; Halbey, Julian; Ziefle, Martina

doi:10.1016/j.erss.2021.101939

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“…So, designers should work closely with people to deliver attractive energy reduction solutions for the building users. As stated by Zaunbrecher et al [88], intermediates such as craftspeople, architects, and energy advisors can play a positive role in the promotion of the retrofit process. One of the greatest challenges in product development is creating a form that is aesthetically attractive to the intended market audience [89].…”

Section: Aesthetic Implementation In the Energy Efficiency Marketmentioning

confidence: 96%

“…A proper energy advice can positively impact the household's decision to adopt an energy retrofit measure [15]. Interior designers, as intermediate, should direct customers to designs and packages for a positive sustainable outcomes [88]. They should encourage IWI for old dwellings where possible, as beside saving more energy and cost compared to EWI [3,114], the aesthetic improvement of internal spaces is more of a priority for householders [72], and both can be achieved in an integrated approach.…”

Section: Recommendations For Designersmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Aesthetic appealing wall insulation: A novel approach for uptake of solid wall insulation in the UK

Seifhashemi

Elkadi

2022

Building and Environment

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Section: Aesthetic Implementation In the Energy Efficiency Marketmentioning

confidence: 96%

Section: Recommendations For Designersmentioning

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Aesthetic appealing wall insulation: A novel approach for uptake of solid wall insulation in the UK

Seifhashemi

Elkadi

2022

Building and Environment

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“…However, it does not suffice to only consider end users. Instead, the experience and attitudes of intermediaries-e.g., craftspeople, architects, builders, tradesmen, DIY stores and energy consultants-towards sustainable and "green" products seem to be of utter importance (Kundurpi et al, 2021;Vidmar, 2021;Zaunbrecher et al, 2021). A recent study by Zaunbrecher et al (2021) explored the role of intermediaries when it comes to consumers' retrofitting decisions.…”

Section: The Acceptance Of Ccu Insulation Boardsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Instead, the experience and attitudes of intermediaries-e.g., craftspeople, architects, builders, tradesmen, DIY stores and energy consultants-towards sustainable and "green" products seem to be of utter importance (Kundurpi et al, 2021;Vidmar, 2021;Zaunbrecher et al, 2021). A recent study by Zaunbrecher et al (2021) explored the role of intermediaries when it comes to consumers' retrofitting decisions. The study showed that intermediaries can positively influence sustainability and energy efficiency measures given that these "change agents" are informed about CCU-based materials (cognitive component) and are open to innovations in the building sector.…”

Section: The Acceptance Of Ccu Insulation Boardsmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Social Acceptance Factors for Insulation Boards Produced With CO2-Derived Foam

Simons¹,

Ziefle²,

Arning³

2021

Front. Energy Res.

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The negative consequence of increased greenhouse gas emissions have incited research to focus on developing sustainable technologies to reduce the use of fossil raw material. Carbon Capture and Utilization is such a technology. It reuses captured CO2 as raw material for the production of salable products. Beyond their technical and economic feasibility, the acceptance of these products is vital for the successful roll-out of the technology. The two-step empirical study—a qualitative preliminary study (n = 8 experts, n = 16 laypeople) and a quantitative survey study (N = 643)—described in the present paper focused on the acceptance of insulation boards produced by means of CCU by its potential Dutch and German consumers. The study aimed to quantify the level of public acceptance of the product, to identify perceived (dis)advantages, and to pinpoint the drivers behind the acceptance. In the survey, respondents evaluated cognitive and affective acceptance factors, as well as the acceptance of the use of plastic in the product. The results showed that the respondents had little knowledge on CCU, but that CCU insulation boards were nevertheless accepted rather than rejected, with the benefit perception being the common predictor for the three acceptance measures. Public communication and policy should address the product’s (environmental) benefits and foster an increase in the public awareness of the technology.

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“…With the aim of cross-country comparison, the International Energy Agency (IEA – International Energy Agency, 2020) and the European Commission’s Joint Research Center (Boza-Kiss et al , 2020; Bertoldi and Boza-Kiss, 2017) publish regular reviews of market developments. Largely, these reviews focus on the more advanced services like energy performance contracting (Pätäri and Sinkkonen, 2014; Polzin et al , 2016; Laurenz and Warneke, 2014), energy service companies (Bertoldi et al , 2006; Boza-Kiss et al , 2017; Marino et al , 2011; Vine, 2005), advanced services through digitalization (Kjeang et al , 2017b) or sectorial reviews (Labanca et al , 2015; Zaunbrecher et al , 2021). National reviews are available for the USA (Stuart et al , 2014; Larsen et al , 2012), Russia (Roshchanka and Evans, 2016), the UK (Nolden et al , 2016) and France (Duplessis et al , 2012).…”

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confidence: 99%

The market for energy advice in Germany: a progress review

Ringel

Mjekic

Knodt

2022

IJESM

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Purpose This study aims to update a 2017 review of trends, barriers and outlooks for the future of the energy advice services market in Germany, as perceived by market actors. With growing national and European ambitions for comprehensive energy renovations, lessons for a functioning energy sector management can be drawn that are valid at European and international level. Design/methodology/approach This review combines quantitative and qualitative research approaches, using a survey covering over 500 energy advisors and follow-up qualitative stakeholder interviews. Based on the present market, this study seeks to identify feedback on regulatory measures to promote market development; remaining barriers against further market development; and business and cooperation models for energy services in the building sector. Findings Since the last review in 2017/2018, market development has tended to stagnate, despite a strong government commitment to boost energy services markets. Significant barriers persist, many of which are related to government regulation. These barriers discourage homeowners to engage in energy renovations. To support innovative business models, regulatory complexity needs to be reduced. European Union lawmakers and German Government need to take action to facilitate access to advice services. Originality/value This paper provides the latest, updated sectoral overview of Europe’s biggest energy service market as perceived by the market actors. It focuses on the analysis of barriers, business models and cooperation models to derive governance options for further triggering market dynamics.

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Intermediaries as gatekeepers and their role in retrofit decisions of house owners

Cited by 10 publications

References 44 publications

Aesthetic appealing wall insulation: A novel approach for uptake of solid wall insulation in the UK

Aesthetic appealing wall insulation: A novel approach for uptake of solid wall insulation in the UK

The Social Acceptance Factors for Insulation Boards Produced With CO2-Derived Foam

The market for energy advice in Germany: a progress review

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