Thanks to the new tool, residents of the city can review the thermal energy consumption of their apartment building over the past 12 months and compare their apartment with other similar buildings in Riga. write The Major.
The data collected over the past three years actually classifies buildings into different categories, giving a good indication of whether the structure may need energy improvements.
The map helps residents make decisions about building renovation investments and understand the potential economic benefits of such improvements.
Street in Riga. Photo: Krišjānis Kazaks/Unsplash
In addition, renovated buildings are marked on the map. This information allows you to understand examples of good practice and potential energy saving opportunities.
The thermal map is planned to be updated, adding more detailed information about the renovation of buildings, as well as adding more objects to it.
During the heating season, the data will be updated monthly, providing up-to-date information on the energy efficiency of buildings and thermal energy consumption.
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