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)
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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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