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The reason for creating this support is to help housing associations and condominiums get started with green investments. Sustainability is a growing trend in the market, both for companies and private individuals. Now Enova wants to expand this focus to also apply to the operation of larger buildings and properties.
Here we will take a closer look at what the support will be used for, what the survey will reveal, and what amount of support you can expect upon implementation.
A mapping of needs and measures
Since its inception in 2001, Enova has been a flagship in sustainability and energy optimization. Today, they work to drive Norway's transition to a low-emission society - a transition they are clear about will require cuts in greenhouse gas emissions, increased technological development and innovation. Enova itself has been at the forefront when it comes to the development and implementation of new energy and climate technology.
For many companies and developers, adopting new technology always involves a risk, both in terms of knowledge development, but of course also the financial side. That is why Enova has created several different support schemes for companies, private individuals, housing associations and the like, so that they can adopt the technology without experiencing the same risk.
The mapping support for housing cooperatives and condominiums will help boards gain an overview and control over their current energy consumption, opportunities for optimizing energy use and producing their own energy.
Through this awareness, it will often be revealed that energy consumption is greater than necessary. Smart solutions can be used where appropriate, to make better use of energy. Climate and greenhouse gas emissions are very important focus areas for Enova, and the mapping support will help reduce these emissions. When mapping opportunities for the production of own energy, this means all reuse or new production of energy that can take place in the building. These are often measures that utilize solar and wind energy, and which can cover large parts of the building's energy needs.
Concrete measures and progress plan
The survey will then provide the boards of housing cooperatives and condominiums with specific recommendations and possible measures with associated technical solutions, costs for implementation, and short-term and long-term profitability of implementing the measures.
This means that if unnecessarily high energy consumption for lighting in common areas is identified, a technical solution that can reduce consumption should be recommended. This could be as simple as installing motion sensors in stairwells, so that the lights are turned off when the area is not in use.
In addition, the costs of implementing such a solution must be disclosed. Many housing associations have limited financial resources, which means that a predictable cost is easier to manage than starting a project without knowing the costs.
The big advantage, however, lies in the next point, namely that information about profitability must also be presented. If funds are limited, it is important to know that the investment will pay off – both in the short and long term. By getting a clear picture of how much can be saved over time, one can make an informed choice.
In many cases, a large improvement potential is identified in larger buildings. Several measures for energy optimization can be implemented. For most people, it can be difficult to prioritize which measures are most important and should be taken first, and which can wait. Therefore, a prioritized order of the measures must also be presented.
If it is not possible to implement all measures immediately, this will provide the board with a progress plan to continue sustainable development in the years to come.
What can you expect from support?
The support you can expect from Enova will vary from project to project. However, Enova has set up three criteria that form the basis for assessing the support amount:
- Number of residential units in the building.
- The costs of conducting the survey.
- The mapping must provide specific recommendations on possible measures with associated technical solutions, costs and profitability. The order of the measures must also be recommended.
The number of housing units is a natural consideration when Enova is assessing the amount of support. The more housing units the building has, the greater the potential for improvement. More housing units also lead to higher energy consumption and thus a greater burden on the climate.
When there are many housing units, the costs of the survey will also increase. If the costs are high, the pressure on the board to implement the measures will also be greater. This will require higher support for implementation.
The last point is a smart solution from Enova. Once the mapping is complete, each housing association or condominium receives a list of recommended measures. If they choose to commit to implementing these measures by signing a contract, Enova can offer higher support.
In this way, Enova ensures that the measures are implemented, while at the same time being profitable for the customer. All the measures proposed will be profitable in the long term, but not everyone has the opportunity to implement them immediately. Instead of the measures being forgotten, Enova can follow up on the implementation.
The maximum support from Enova is set at between NOK 150,000 and 525,000. If the building meets all the criteria and also commits to implementing the recommended measures, they can receive significant support from Enova – while achieving good results afterwards.
Innovative support scheme with a great future
The Enova support scheme was launched in February 2022 and is currently a relatively unknown offer. As part of our customer group, we want you to have the opportunity to take advantage of this scheme as soon as possible.
More information about the support scheme is expected on an ongoing basis, and if you are curious, you can either contact us at Energihuset or see information on Enova's website.
At Energihuset, you can get advice from a multidisciplinary team of specialists with extensive experience in energy optimization and thorough analyses. We can help you, whether you are responsible for a housing association, condominium or run a business.
Please contact us if you have any questions or other inquiries.
