They are also enthusiastic in Lichtervelde. “As a local government, we want to give our residents every opportunity to save energy,” says councilor for environment and sustainability Steven Bogaert. “The fact that WVI is giving this innovative approach the scoop here fits perfectly with our ambition.”
Residents whose homes were filmed can view the thermal images during a thermal window. They can also call on a renovation consultant who provides practical advice at home and helps with premiums, quotes and follow-up. “In this way, awareness is really converted into results,” says Alderman for Communications Els Kindt.
The use of the thermodrone fits within the European Interreg NWE project SCEPA, which supports the fight against energy poverty. Tack concludes: “We literally bring the Energy House services to the people and immediately help them with concrete solutions.”