Buildings consume a large share of Finland’s energy, so improving energy efficiency—both in new construction and in the existing building stock—is important for achieving climate and economic objectives. Climate warming increases the risk of excessively high indoor temperatures, especially in older buildings. This may pose a health risk to vulnerable groups who lack access to cooling solutions.
The project examines how energy‑efficiency measures (such as adopting heat pumps and cooling systems) affect energy consumption for electricity, district heating, and fuels. The impacts of energy‑efficiency actions on indoor air quality and user well‑being are summarised using research literature. A summary of key policy measures and an assessment of the national target situation are also produced. The outcome will be an overall picture of Finland’s building‑stock energy use and recommendations for promoting energy efficiency and low‑emission building solutions.
- Estimated completion of project results: 12/2026
- Responsible panelist: Professor Jarek Kurnitski
- Project participants: Aalto University, Finnish Environment Institute, and the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL)