Estrategias para la rehabilitación energética en los albergues del Camino de Santiago: la Vía de la Plata

A significant reduction in energy demand and CO2 emissions for hostels along the Camino de Santiago's Vía de la Plata can be achieved through targeted rehabilitation strategies, depending on regional climate zones. The study analyzed over 600 scenarios across four cities—Sevilla, Cáceres, Zamora, and Santiago de Compostela—focusing on architectural modifications (low, medium, high), context (urban/rural), envelope properties, window orientation, and building morphology. Results revealed that northern hostels in urban contexts benefited most from these strategies, showing lower energy demands and emissions, while southern cities like Sevilla and Cáceres faced higher demands due to increased cooling needs. Rural areas in Zamora and Santiago also exhibited elevated energy demand. The findings underscore the potential of bioclimatic criteria and strategic rehabilitation to align with EU sustainability goals while addressing the growing pilgrim infrastructure needs.

Domínguez Sánchez, R. Estrategias para la rehabilitación energética en los albergues del Camino de Santiago: la Vía de la Plata. https://doi.org/10.20868/upm.thesis.40074