Affordable housing and climate protection against the background of the housing situation and housing costs of low- and middle-income households

In the Federal Climate Protection Act, Germany has committed to becoming climate-neutral by 2045. The resulting increase in climate protection efforts increases potential conflicts of interest: although climate protection costs money, it also brings many benefits. However, costs and benefits are often unevenly distributed. The energy modernization of existing buildings can change the housing costs and burden of households. Households with low and medium incomes in particular may be faced with special burdens. The aim of the research project is to shed light on the conflicting goals of affordable housing and climate protection and to derive approaches that strike a good balance between climate protection and housing affordability for the groups involved. To this end, the effects of selected climate policy measures in the building sector on the various groups affected or involved are analyzed. In the project, the IÖW is responsible for conducting case studies in energy-renovated residential buildings. The aim is to gain an insight into refurbishment practice and the impact of refurbishment measures, particularly on low- and middle-income households.

Further information on the project: Affordable housing and climate protection against the background of the housing situation and housing costs of low- and middle-income households