Modernity, Materiality and Domestic Technology: A Case Study of Cooling and Heating from South Australia

Goodchild, Barry; Ambrose, Aimee; Berry, Stephen; Maye-Banbury, Angela; Moore, Trivess; Sherriff, Graeme

doi:10.1080/14036096.2019.1600577

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“…The performance of the practice cannot be separated from energy consumption; hence, it is constrained in time and space. The literature has discussed techniques to reduce the need for heating and cooling activities through a Passivhaus design and increasing the thermal performance of the home, as well as incorporating modern technology in the home [171]. However, these techniques are limited in their ability to remove the need for HVAC systems in households and may not be appropriate for the many poorly designed homes already built [172].…”

Section: Barriers To Behavior Changementioning

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A Systematic Literature Review of the Interplay between Renewable Energy Systems and Occupant Practices

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The development of renewable energy systems offers a potential solution to energy consumption in the residential sector. These systems face many barriers and challenges regarding the nature of home energy demand and behaviors of household occupants. These barriers are discussed in innovation theory, which describes how people assess new technologies. A systematic literature review of 123 journals was conducted to explore the interrelationship between energy systems, home energy demand and occupant practices. This identified key gaps in the literature and important takeaways from past research showing the limitations of renewable energy systems in integrating into everyday lives. There are numerous personal and social barriers that inhibit behavior change and limit the penetration of renewable systems. Additionally, the development of social norms and institutional rhythms have resulted in people living in a lock-in lifestyle, with limited flexibility for change. This review discusses the role of technology, consumers and policies, and how they must all interact to create a sustainable and effective energy solution to this climate emergency. The next step is to reevaluate the design of home automation and energy management systems to consider the impacts of different lifestyles and routines.

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Section: Barriers To Behavior Changementioning

confidence: 99%

A Systematic Literature Review of the Interplay between Renewable Energy Systems and Occupant Practices

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“…As air conditioning became more dominant, comfort becomes an increasingly financial arrangement in the monetary economy and, for some, the struggle to maintain comfort is a financial one. Goodchild et al [71] place the aspirations of the householders in the context of modernity and growth of the money economy. For many of our interviewees, Lochiel Park represents a particular stage in the relationship between money and comfort in that they have consciously attempted to reduce their ongoing energy use and costs through capital expenditure in a 'low-energy' home.…”

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Coping with extremes, creating comfort: User experiences of ‘low-energy’ homes in Australia

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Housing for a Sustainable Future

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2023

A Transition to Sustainable Housing

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We find ourselves at a critical juncture: after decades of fragmented and limited action, we are experiencing a climate emergency. The built environment, which includes the housing sector, is a significant contributor of greenhouse gas emissions and wider environmental impact. Any transition to a low carbon future must include the housing sector and prioritize delivery of sustainable housing. This book explores the role that sustainable housing must play in the transition to a low carbon future and how we can provide that type of housing. This chapter explores the changing world we face, largely from a changing climate, and what this means for the built environment. We then discuss why housing is important and what benefits and opportunities sustainable housing can provide. Following this, we reflect on why, given the benefits of sustainable housing, we find ourselves facing ongoing challenges with changing the housing sector around the world. We conclude the chapter with an overview of each chapter in the book.

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Modernity, Materiality and Domestic Technology: A Case Study of Cooling and Heating from South Australia

Abstract: Ti t l e M o d e r ni ty, m a t e ri ality a n d d o m e s tic t e c h n olo gy : a c a s e s t u dy of c o oli n g a n d h e a ti n g fro m S o u t h Aus t r ali a

Cited by 6 publications

References 38 publications

A Systematic Literature Review of the Interplay between Renewable Energy Systems and Occupant Practices

A Systematic Literature Review of the Interplay between Renewable Energy Systems and Occupant Practices

Coping with extremes, creating comfort: User experiences of ‘low-energy’ homes in Australia

Housing for a Sustainable Future

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