This book provides the first comparative assessment of the energy-efficiency retrofit programs in the social housing sector of Canadian cities, focusing on program efficiency and effectiveness. The analytical framework explores key policy instruments - regulatory, fiscal and institutional - in relation to major results achieved. The approach is interdisciplinary, supported by rich empirical data from case studies, observations and interviews. The book explores important strategies for the provision of green and affordable housing, while addressing climate change imperatives and resilience issues. This is of great interest to researchers, policy makers, city leaders, professionals and students. Its value added contribution to scholarship is complemented by practical relevance for social housing organisations in countries with a small residual housing sector. It offers valuable lessons for the design, planning and implementation of energy retrofit programs in North America and beyond.

About the Author

Sasha Tsenkova is Professor of Planning & International Development at the School of Architecture, Planning & Landscape, University of Calgary, Canada. She specialises in sustainable cities, urban planning and comparative housing policy. Her research and professional activities in these areas for the World Bank, Council of Europe and the United Nations include a range of housing and urban projects in more than 20 countries in Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America and Central Asia. She has published 25 books and research monographs and over 70 articles on urban policy, regeneration, urban sustainability and housing policy. Her scholarship is internationally recognised by a number of prestigious awards, such as Killam Fellowship, Urban Studies Fellowship, Sasakawa Scholarship, International Peace Scholarship, Harvard and Cambridge University Fellowships and British Council Award.

Reviews

"The heart of the book is that energy-efficient programs are both needed and valuable in addressing affordable housing. ... this book provides important insights into the challenges and opportunities of connecting a multitude of resources to achieve affordable and sustainable housing. I would recommend this text for individuals actively engaged in environmental and housing policymaking ... . The book illuminates the intricacies of policy and program implementation systems, including leveraging of multiple resources, and is therefore useful to practicing professionals." (Sarah Kirby, Housing and Society, April 5, 2022)

Book Information
ISBN 9783030695620
Author Sasha Tsenkova
Format Hardback
Page Count 148
Imprint Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Publisher Springer Nature Switzerland AG