Retrofitting for Sustainability

The retrofitting of St. Paul’s Church, a Grade II listed building, showcases Maggie’s application of PAS 2038’s retrofit principles in a heritage setting. The church, struggling with limited resources, required energy efficiency upgrades to ensure its long-term sustainability while maintaining its historic value.

Maggie’s approach followed PAS 2038’s guidelines. She conducted a detailed assessment of the building’s fabric to identify opportunities for energy performance improvements. Her team recommended upgrades to the church’s insulation and ventilation systems, ensuring that thermal performance was enhanced without impacting the building’s historic elements.

The project also replaced outdated mechanical systems with more energy-efficient alternatives, including new heating and ventilation solutions. By carefully balancing modern retrofitting requirements with the need to preserve the church’s historic character, Maggie guided the church through the complex Diocesan Faculty Process and secured a sustainable future for the building. The project exemplifies how PAS 2038 can effectively apply to religious buildings with limited budgets.

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