Decarbonising Residential Buildings White Paper

This white paper discusses the decarbonisation of residential buildings, prepared by Guidehouse Netherlands B.V. for ING Groep N.V. It outlines the imperative for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the residential sector and presents a scenario-based comparison to determine the current state and future requirements for building renovations. The document details various technical measures necessary to close the emissions gap, including upgrading heating systems and improving building insulation. It also addresses barriers to implementing these measures and highlights the roles of different stakeholders, including governments and commercial banks, in facilitating the transition. The white paper emphasizes the need for collaboration across the ecosystem and the importance of strong centralized platforms to accelerate the decarbonisation process. The analysis utilizes the BEAM² model and incorporates publicly available data to support its findings, providing a comprehensive framework for stakeholders involved in residential building decarbonisation.