News | Groenhoven takes a big step towards sustainability

Summary

In Amsterdam-Zuidoost, the Groenhoven residential complex, with 431 apartments, has approved a comprehensive sustainability plan. At the members’ meeting, 81% of those present voted, of whom 94% were in favor.

The plan includes new window frames with HR+++ glass, improved insulation, solar panels, connection to the district heating network, and renewal of installations. This will improve living comfort, reduce energy consumption, and prepare the building for the future.

It is important that the monumental character of Groenhoven will be preserved. The decision coincides with the 50th anniversary and shows that existing buildings can also be made future-proof.

The City of Amsterdam and the national government are providing financial support, ensuring that sustainability remains affordable for residents. Implementation is scheduled for 2026.

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Why we follow this development?

Unlike the Kleiburg flat, the Groenhoven flat is located just outside the official Bijlmer Museum area and therefore does not have the status of a protected cityscape. However, it is a municipal monument. The sustainability process is therefore interesting to follow, as the construction period, architecture, and scale are comparable to the flats within the Bijlmer Museum. The experiences with technology, costs, and resident participation at Groenhoven can thus provide valuable lessons for the sustainability of the protected flats.

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