The next stage of collective buy-in schemes for deep renovation
LIFE Arec Reno is boosting deep district renovation with joint demand, bio-materials, inclusive jobs & better business model
Arec Reno (Agro Reno Empower Collective) brings together leading innovators and market shapers from France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Belgium, and Ireland. Our shared mission is clear: to drive the next stage of collective buy-in schemes and deliver deep renovation across entire districts.
We believe that real change happens when communities, companies and citizens work hand in hand. That’s why we focus on strengthening cooperation between residents, housing organisations and businesses, building an inclusive workforce that opens opportunities for all, promoting biobased and agro-materials for healthier and more sustainable homes, and developing innovative business models that make renovation more accessible.
- Demand side activation with greater standardisation & aggregation: We will provide tools and guidance to building owners (residents & housing organisations) with improved standard retrofit packages for One Stop Shops (product catalogue). These will include low carbon and climate adaptation solutions, an online platform to better organize collective buy- in-schemes and demonstration roadshows to scale up the demand.
- Supply side cooperation with integrated upcycling and more inclusive workforce: We will provide methods and training to building companies & SMEs for more cooperation and improved circular practices, to optimize their costs and quality of delivery. We will support these SMEs to attract a more inclusive workforce and to embed the upcycling culture in renovation projects.
- Improved market conditions with a diversified suite of financial instruments: We will support the scale up of district-based renovation schemes to accelerate their roll-out. Switching from “one-house” approaches to “district-wide” approaches with a consideration for Community Land Trust (CLT) investment, citizen crowdfunding for deep renovation, circular business model and energy performance guarantee.
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Nr Document Download link D2.4 Online catalogue of bio-based renovation solutions Visit catalogue D5.3 Arec Reno key visual Download key visual
Join us in shaping the future
Arec Reno is about more than buildings. It’s about empowering people, strengthening communities, and creating a greener future. Our ambition is bold: to achieve deep renovation of at least 88 homes across Italy, Ireland, France, and Germany.
Arec Reno partners are working across Europe to connect local needs with practical, cooperative renovation solutions. Are you part of a citizens’ association, local authority or neighbourhood initiative? Are you an SME, energy retrofit professional or climate adaptation expert interested in working on district-level renovation in France, Italy, Germany or Ireland?
Get in touch with the partner in your country to explore how you can take part:
