Making older buildings more reliant on renewable energy is an increasingly common goal. In some areas, it’s even necessary to do it on a deadline because people could get fined for failing to reduce the carbon footprint of their buildings. Here are some of the challenges associated with improving an older building to help it use renewable energy.
Minimizing Disruption to Occupants or Customers
Age is a selling point for many older buildings, especially if there’s history involved. Whether the structure is a home, restaurant, or workplace, many people like the classic architecture offered. However, a building’s age can often bring additional expenses or longer timeframes.
Then, one of the major concerns becomes how to keep things as convenient as possible for the people who regularly use or (...)
