Retrofit of Buildings, a CIOB Technical Publication available in 3 languages

The retrofit of buildings is expected to become one of the largest activities in the global construction industry due to the need to deal with climate change, to both reduce carbon emissions and help buildings become more resilient. This Technical Information Sheet focusses on what retrofit is, the approach to be taken and processes to be followed. It also summarises pertinent technical issues, retrofit measures and the roles involved. It has been designed to be of use anywhere in the world because it does not refer to any specific country or reference any regulations or laws.

The publication is now available in three langages including English, for more information visit:

• Retrofit of Buildings, a CIOB Technical Publication in Arabic
• Retrofit of Buildings, a CIOB Technical Publication in Chinese
• Retrofit of Buildings, a CIOB Technical Publication in English (and see below)

Contents Introduction Application of Retrofit The Retrofit Process Technical Issues Retrofit Fabric Measures Retrofit Renewable Measures and Building Services The Range of Renewables and Low Energy Technologies Ventilation Roles in Retrofit Available here electronically.

CIOB members can access Technical Information Sheets for FREE and receive a 20% discount on Codes and Guides. Your discount codes are in the members’ portal: https://portal.ciob.org/Learning12. If you experience difficulties accessing the portal, contact lis@ciob.org.uk.

About the author

John Edwards is Director of UK based Edwards Hart Consultants and Professor of Practice at the University of Wales Trinity St David. Specialising in the understanding and work to existing buildings, which includes energy efficiency retrofit to buildings of all types and age and building conservation. John holds a Masters degree in architectural conservation and is certified in building conservation.

This articles originally appeared on the CIOB Academy Technical Publications webpage as "Retrofit of Buildings", dated March 11. 2024 and with updated versions in 2025.

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