RESDI is pleased to present its latest publication:
“Analysis of Proposed Pilot Solutions to Energy Poverty in Roma Communities at Luník IX, Based on the Energy Audit of Apartment Building Hrebendova 1–3.”
This study is part of our ongoing efforts to address energy poverty in Luník IX—one of Slovakia’s most disadvantaged urban districts, home to a predominantly Roma population. Based on a detailed technical energy audit, the research outlines targeted, feasible solutions to improve housing conditions, reduce energy costs, and promote long-term sustainability—while remaining grounded in the social and economic realities of local residents.
What the Study Offers
Three Pathways for Action
The study evaluates three intervention scenarios for improving energy performance in the pilot apartment block:
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Basic functional upgrades – addressing the most urgent deficiencies
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Cost-effective improvements – balancing efficiency and affordability
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Ecologically optimal solutions – maximizing long-term environmental benefits
Each option is assessed for technical feasibility, financial cost, and social impact.
Tailored Recommendations
The report offers practical guidance for municipalities and housing providers on how to implement energy-saving measures that are adapted to the specific needs of socially excluded and low-income households.
Financing Strategies and Barriers
A dedicated section explores available funding mechanisms, including national programs and EU structural funds, while identifying barriers to access for marginalized communities. The analysis calls for simpler, more inclusive financing schemes that do not leave vulnerable groups behind.
Why It Matters
This publication reinforces a critical principle: energy transition must be equitable. Without explicitly addressing the needs of marginalized urban communities, sustainability policies risk reinforcing inequality rather than solving it.
By grounding its recommendations in real-world conditions, this study supports the development of energy policies that are environmentally responsible, socially just, and economically viable.
The full study is available for download in the Downloads section.
We invite practitioners, policymakers, and community leaders to engage with this work—and to join us in advancing just, inclusive, and actionable solutions to energy poverty in Slovakia and across Europe.