Climate adaptation of buildings through MOM- and upgrading - State of the art and research needs

Abstract

This study presents an overview of research initiatives and projects addressing climate adaption in management operation and maintenance (MOM) and upgrade of existing buildings. The aim was to identify knowledge needs and research demand necessary for decision makers to address climate adaptation in their MOM and upgrade plans. Climate adaptation of buildings in the Norwegian climate very much concerns increased moisture robustness and risk reduction of moisture damages. Thus, a strong focus on and development of strategies addressing building physical issues are needed in the coming future. In-spite of this, very few projects focusing on climate adaptation and building physical challenges were found.