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In a context of rising temperatures and rapid urbanization, many homes in Phnom Penh suffer from poor thermal comfort and high energy consumption. The CHILL project offers accessible and low-tech retrofit solutions to improve living conditions in urban areas while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Living with heat: urban growth and energy stress in Cambodia<\/h2>\n

Context and challenges<\/strong><\/h4>\n

In Cambodia\u2019s hot climate, climate change and unplanned urban growth have increased residents\u2019 exposure to extreme heat, especially in energy-inefficient housing. This has led to energy poverty, higher household energy costs, and worsened health issues related to heat stress. The overreliance on air conditioning as a primary cooling solution significantly raises energy consumption, straining household budgets and contributing to increased greenhouse gas emissions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This issue stems from a lack of technical and financial resources, outdated building practices, limited awareness of energy-efficient solutions, and insufficient engagement from policymakers. Currently, low-cost, low-tech solutions to mitigate heat in buildings are underdeveloped and underutilized. In Cambodia, 45% of the electricity consumed is used for cooling, with 80% of that directed towards space cooling in buildings. Improving thermal comfort in urban housing, reducing high energy consumption, and addressing the lack of affordable energy-efficient retrofitting options in Phnom Penh is crucial.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The project aims to enhance living conditions and climate resilience for urban populations in Phnom Penh by implementing cost-effective, energy-efficient retrofitting solutions and practices for cooling.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Reducing heat, cutting costs: energy-efficient retrofits for resilient housing<\/h2>\n

Objectives and solutions<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n

CHILL addresses the combined challenge of heat stress and high energy use in Phnom Penh\u2019s urban housing<\/strong> by improving thermal comfort, reducing electricity consumption, and cutting greenhouse gas emissions through affordable energy-efficient retrofits and passive cooling strategies.<\/span>
The project expects to achieve the following outcomes:<\/span><\/p>\n