Modern residential building under construction in Nordhausen: WBG plans to incorporate infrared heating technology in the new structure
In the heart of Germany, the South Harz Housing Cooperative (WBG) has announced plans for a new construction project in Nordhausen. Dubbed "WBGBlackONE", this project is a focus on energy efficiency and sustainability, aiming to create an energy-independent multi-family house without the use of fossil fuels for heating.
The WBG has invested around 2.8 million euros in this innovative venture. The building will feature infrared heaters on the ceiling instead of conventional floor heating, a move that eliminates the costs of annual maintenance for heat pumps or gas heaters.
The rooftop and facades of the building will be adorned with photovoltaic systems, while a large battery storage system and a 200-liter boiler per apartment will ensure the building's energy needs are met primarily by renewable sources. However, specific details about the renewable energy sources or the exact cost of the project were not provided.
For future residents, the all-inclusive rent will include heating costs, hot water costs, house electricity, and apartment electricity. Only the usual cold operating costs, such as water consumption, sewage, or waste disposal, will continue to be billed separately.
The WBG board has researched similar projects in Weimar and Aschersleben and believes this new construction will contribute to the climate neutrality of residential buildings. The contract for the new project has been signed with Waresa Bau GmbH from Nordhausen, who emerged victorious from a bidding process against three other companies.
The new project will house six three-room apartments and one four-room apartment, along with a garage and an elevator. The use of infrared heaters in the new project will also eliminate the need for Legionella testing every three years, a common requirement in buildings with conventional heating systems.
While full grid independence was not the main goal, the building is planned to be highly energy efficient and climate-friendly. This project started about three years ago, with integrated planning of energy supply and building technology from the outset, aiming to reduce CO₂ emissions and manage volatile energy costs effectively.
For those interested in investment or purchase inspection services related to multi-family houses, professional evaluations emphasizing risk minimization and sustainable returns are suggested but not specific to the Nordhausen project. More detailed cost figures or more granular technical innovations were not identified in the provided documents.
This energy-independent multi-family house project in Nordhausen is a significant step towards a more sustainable future, demonstrating the potential of renewable energy and advanced building systems to create low-impact, economically beneficial living spaces.
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