Justification of the impact of digitalization in housing and utilities sector on reducing energy consumption in residential buildings

Abstract

Accurate accounting of energy consumption and transparency in the calculation of housing and communal services are important incentives for property users to implement energy-saving measures. Ensuring the reliability of accounting and calculations, as well as reducing energy losses and emergency situations in the provision of energy supply and heating services, can be achieved through a comprehensive approach to the digitalization of the housing and utilities sector (HUS). Digitalization addresses the current problem of conflicting interests among various stakeholders in the HUS field and eliminates distortions of information during communication processes. This article substantiates the influence of digitalization on the efficiency of HUS operations and energy supply services while examining factors that enhance the motivation of key stakeholders to ensure energy efficiency. Through quantitative analysis, the economic viability of acquiring properties with high energy efficiency for consumers of housing and communal services is demonstrated, making such investments advantageous when assessing total cost of ownership.