Hi there!
Good to see you out of that burning house! There is still time to climate-proof our towns and cities, but we really need to speed things up. Whether you own buildings, invest in them, or simply live or work in one, you can do your fair share by following these steps.
For building owners and institutional investors
Here are some steps you can take to boost energy efficiency in your building stock.
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Always make sure to base your emission reductions and their schedule on climate science. You can do this for instance by joining the Science-Based Targets Initiative.
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To make your building stock as low-carbon as possible, also join the Net Zero Carbon Building Commitment.
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Pro tips for Finns: If your company has joined an energy efficiency agreement, you may apply for state support for your energy efficiency investments. If your investment involves new technology, you may also apply for support without joining an energy efficiency agreement. Small and medium companies may also apply for support in implementing a specific kind of energy audit, which maps out the need for energy efficiency improvements.
From the beginning of 2020, it has also been possible to apply for state support for energy efficiency improvements in your own home.
For cities and municipalities
Check out our guide for energy efficiency investments as well as this checklist for decision-makers.
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Keep an eye out for the latest development.
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Organise visits to successful pilot sites.
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Order a proper report on the current situation of the building.
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Always hire a qualified and experienced designer, supervisor and contractor.
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Pro tips for Finnish municipalities: If you have joined an energy efficiency agreement, you may apply for state support for your energy efficiency investments. If your investment involves new technology, you may also apply for support without joining an energy efficiency agreement. You may also apply for support in implementing a specific kind of energy audit, which maps out the need for energy efficiency improvements.
For tenants
Here are some things to consider when you don’t own the property you work in but wish to act more sustainably.
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Make sure your daily actions are environmentally friendly. Organisations operating in an office environment can do this by joining WWF Green Office, an environmental management system that helps reduce the environmental impacts of your workplace.
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Guide and support your staff in acting sustainably. Provide them with clear instructions and make sure they are aware of them. Keep track of the results to ensure continuous improvement and to stay motivated.
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Let your landlord know that you appreciate a workspace where energy consumption and waste management are managed sustainably.
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Make sure to make a full use of the opportunities to act more environmentally friendly in your workspace. The main things to focus on are the type of energy used, lighting, heating and cooling, waste separation, recycling, and how much space is actually needed.
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Check out our project, LIFE EconomisE, which aims at reducing emissions in collaboration with real estate owners, institutional investors, cities and municipalities.
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