Launched in October 2023 and spanning over 36 months, CALECHE brings together a consortium of experts, scientist, industrials, sociologists and historians. We are driven by the challenge of maintaining the integrity and aesthetics of historic buildings while integrating modern sustainability standards. Our focus lies in developing and demonstrating renovation approaches that are both environmentally friendly and socially and economically viable.
At CALECHE, we envision a future where historic buildings tell tales of our past and play a crucial role in a sustainable future. Our mission is to transform these timeless structures into epitomes of energy efficiency and environmental stewardship while respecting their unique historical and cultural significance.
The Innovative Renovation Approaches is to develop methods that respect the heritage value of buildings while enhancing their energy efficiency and reducing environmental impacts. To establish decision-making frameworks that balance cultural preservation with modern sustainability needs, a Multi-benefit Decision Tool will be developped. And the project will include a strong part on community engagement and inclusivity: to ensure our renovated spaces resonate with communities, maintaining their historical essence and fostering a sense of shared heritage.
Cerema, which contributes 23 agents/month spread over the 3 years of the project, will bring its expertise on different parts:
- Gathering and analyzing existing tools, methodology and database to support the decision process for historic building renovation;
- Helping the deployment of the advisory board thanks to its contacts with a large panel of relevant public institutions, heritages bodies, …
- Managing the historic windows part of the project considering new innovative development for quantitative and qualitative assessment;
- Contribution to the technical analysis of the historic building performance of the uses cases;
- Dissemination of results and trainings session via its resource center for responsible retrofit of historic buildings, CREBA.