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Our goal The aim of making Kleiburg more sustainable in phase 1 is to contribute to: greater living comfort : no more draughts or cold thanks to improved insulation and ventilation and more stable indoor temperatures; lower heating costs and less energy consumption due to better insulation and more efficient ventilation; higher energy label , which means the apartments remain attractive on the housing market; good for the environment and to keep the world livable for future generations. This can be translated into 2 questions: How can we improve the living comfort issues in the Kleiburg apartment building, taking into account the financial resources of the homeowners' association? How can we make the Kleiburg apartment building more sustainable, taking into account the financial, construction and building physics possibilities so that it is prepared for a sustainable future? Our principles Proposals for sustainability measures must be based on thorough research into the construction possibilities and their financial justification.   The research and advice are therefore tested against the following principles: how big is the gain in terms of living comfort and energy savings; what is the ratio between these profits and the costs; what is the payback period; which measures are urgent and which can be incorporated into the MJOP; Can the measure be financed partly with a subsidy and an additional loan from the National Heat Fund? and to what extent the proposed measures lead to: a higher energy label; reduction of heating costs and electricity costs; achieving the insulation standards of the National Heat Fund; improving indoor air quality. Sustainability? Sustainability is a catch-all term; most people are familiar with it from wind and solar energy. For Kleiburg phase 1, the Sustainable Commission is specifically investigating energy improvements in the building's outer shell, or "jacket." But sustainability goes further. Besides energy (generation, consumption, and loss), it's about durability , materials , use , and maintenance . Besides energy bills, we also consider the long-term maintenance plan (MJOP). Environmental impact is also something we're examining. Less consumption, using something for a longer period, and adapting instead of building something new are often better for the environment. Comfort We generally live comfortably and pleasantly in Kleiburg: cold (and hot) drinking water comes out of the wall—what more could you ask for? We want to adjust the indoor climate ourselves; when it's warm, you open a window and when it's cold, you close it. Ventilation that can't be adjusted high or low, or a vent that opens or closes automatically, is less comfortable. The potential interventions also impact the quality of life. The adjustments can cause varying degrees of inconvenience. Health Our health isn't for sale; never smoking, always taking the stairs, offers no guarantees. Yet, our daily lives do indeed impact our health. This includes our time and (nightly) rest in your home. A good indoor climate—no humidity (to prevent mold), fresh air, quiet, and even a view of greenery—can all contribute positively to your health. Nature The world keeps turning, But what quality would our living environment have if there were no plants or animals, a shortage of drinking water, too much seawater, and extreme weather conditions? and can we add something positive here and now through improvements to our building? Do you have any questions, ideas or would you like to share your experiences? Email us at duurzaamkleiburg1@gmail.com . Together we'll chart a path toward a future-proof Kleiburg.