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The document summarizes a presentation on assessing the impact of smart home technologies on the UK's 2050 net-zero carbon emission target. It discusses that homes currently account for 14% of UK energy consumption. The objectives are to investigate how smart homes can reduce emissions and examine the government's role in adoption. Findings include that over 50% of homeowners found integration easy, but security and reliability were key challenges. Perceptions were that smart grids better support emissions targets than smart homes alone. Proposed guidelines include incentivizing adoption, standardizing technologies, and encouraging smart meters and energy suppliers.

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#STEAMConf2023 A Qualitative Assessment of The Impact of Smart Home and Environmentally Beneficial Technologies on the UK 2050 Net-Zero Carbon Emission Target Dr. Ghasson Shabha Senior Lecturer, FCIBSE, MBIFM, PG Cert Ed., FHEA, IOSH College of the Built Environment - Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment, BCU Email: ghasson.shabha@bcu.ac.uk @BCUCEBE +44(0)121 3315425 Paul Laycock Interim Deputy Head of College of Built Environment CIAT, MCIOB, FHEA, PGCE, PGCED, MSc, Chartered Architectural Technologist, Chartered Builder Email: paul.laycock@bcu.ac.uk @BCUCEBE +44(0) 1213317509
Introduction (Facts & Figures) 29 million homes in the UK, accounting for 14% of the UKs energy consumption. The UK has one of the highest water and energy demands in Europe which needs to be addressed according to the Committee on Climate Change (CCC). Fossil fuel depletion and energy demand necessitate the adoption of renewable, low-carbon energy sources. Existing homes emit 5 tonnes of carbon annually. UK population currently stands at 67 million, and with an estimated 5 million more in the next 20 years (ONS, 2023) Rate of Urbanisation: 3% increase in the UK from 2007 to 2018 proved to be damaging to the environment, often driven by practical imperatives of providing easily buildable housing. Greater reliance on materials that are not most environmentally suited and the least sustainable? (Gov, 2019; Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, 2019a, b). #STEAMConf2023
#STEAMConf2023
What is Smart Home Technology? Automated dwelling with a network connecting appliances to control water, heat, and energy in the entire house which enables remote control and monitoring. "smartness is facilitated through the Internet of Things (IoT). #STEAMConf2023
STEAM Conference 2023 Presentation_Ghasson 2 (2).pptx
Introduction (Facts & Figures) Smart home technology holds a current misconception that it is principally used by tech-savvy users with larger budgets. Smart home technology can be used. #STEAMConf2023 Mail Tech - One stop shop for Smart tech with some sustainable twists MailTech (1) Smart homes of the future are connecting more than 150 devices - YouTube
#STEAMConf2023 Fab work Matthew well structured and well signposted. Clear and well-presented sketches. The content will benefit from further critical input and beefing up. Can you amalgamate all weekly sections in one document References should be collated at the end of the portfolio and should avoid fragmentation cut and paste and put them at the end of the portfolio. Keep up the good work.
Key Benefits Optimise energy efficiency and reduce costs. Enhanced comfort management. Improved security and safety. Reduce Carbon Emissions if used in tandem with Smart Meters and/or Smart Power Grids and energy management based on Demand-side Management (DSM) shifts peak usage.
Key Barriers Lack of awareness. Integration challenges in existing homes. Limited homeowners IT skills. Installation costs and affordability. Privacy and security concerns. Perception of smart energy grids vs. smart home technology. #STEAMConf2023
Key Research Questions? How can smart home technology could be effectively utilised to aid the UK government in meeting climate change targets and mitigate the environmental impact of a home in use towards reducing carbon emissions 2050 Target? #STEAMConf2023
Objectives 1. To investigate the effectiveness of smart home technology in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in UK households. 2. To examine government legislation's role in leveraging these technologies. 3. To identify key impediments to smart home technology adoption and propose solutions. #STEAMConf2023
Qualitative Approach: Focuses on opinions, experiences, and perspectives. Interpretivism: Develops theories based on collected data. Semi-Structured Interviews: Open-ended questions for detailed qualitative data. Target Participants: Knowledgeable individuals and key users of smart home tech. Sampling: Opportunity sampling for a diverse range of views. Questionnaire: Addresses key themes: ease of use, challenges, perception, changes needed, and energy consumption. #STEAMConf2023
Pilot Study: Refinement of questions for clarity. Participants: Homeowners, energy suppliers, smart homes professionals. Ethical Considerations: Confidentiality, anonymity, and data protection. Response Rate: 23% due to COVID-19 lockdown. Data Collection: Email and virtual conversational interviews. Engagement: Limited interest from larger companies and local councils due to COVID-19.
Key indicators vs code categories matrix #STEAMConf2023
Findings #STEAMConf2023
Findings #STEAMConf2023 Ease of Integration: Over 50% of homeowners found integrating smart home technology to be simple and straightforward. This variability is attributed to homeowners' levels of technical skills and prior experience. Approximately 80% of smart sensor installers indicated ease of use. One fifth of home-owners returned smart home technology due to unresolved issues, with some needing an eight-step process to rectify problems. The majority indicated that government incentives are necessary to make smart home technology more affordable and accessible.
Findings #STEAMConf2023 Key Challenges: Security concerns were a major challenge, with 40% of participants highlighting this as their main worry. Safety concerns on how effectively protecting their smart homes from hackers. Vulnerability of wireless to hackers was a recurring issue, due to interconnected nature of smart home devices. Maintaining a reliable Internet connection was identified as a challenge. The cost of a stable Internet connection was perceived as a barrier, especially when combined with the cost of installing a smart home technology.
Findings #STEAMConf2023 Perception of UK Government 2050 Net-Zero Target: Only around 21% of homeowners believed that updated thinking among homeowners was required to help the government to promote adoption and reduce carbon emissions to achieve its 2050 net-zero goal. Government incentives and energy-saving goals were proposed as effective strategies. The importance of smart meters for reducing energy consumption is highlighted by smart home installers. Logistical complexities and technical challenges associated with the integration of smart home technology
Findings #STEAMConf2023 Perception of Smart Grid vs. Smart Home: All participants agreed that smart grids would be beneficial in reducing the carbon footprint of UK homes. Smart home technology was seen as more expensive and daunting, particularly for elderly users who may not be familiar with technology. The decline in cognitive abilities due to aging can hinder the effective use and implementation of smart devices. The long-term integration of smart devices in existing residential care homes remains uncertain.
Proposed Guidelines #STEAMConf2023 1. Widespread adoption of efficient smart grid technology. 2. Affordability via government-led strategy with financial incentives and subsidies to home-owners. 3. Standardisation for compatibility, interoperability, and robust broadband & Wi-Fi. 4. Education and incentives to address security concerns. 5. Installation of smart meters with compatibility measures. 6. Encourage energy suppliers to offer free smart meters. 7. Ongoing research for additional interventions for
Thank you for listening Any Questions? #STEAMConf2023

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STEAM Conference 2023 Presentation_Ghasson 2 (2).pptx

  • 1. #STEAMConf2023 A Qualitative Assessment of The Impact of Smart Home and Environmentally Beneficial Technologies on the UK 2050 Net-Zero Carbon Emission Target Dr. Ghasson Shabha Senior Lecturer, FCIBSE, MBIFM, PG Cert Ed., FHEA, IOSH College of the Built Environment - Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment, BCU Email: ghasson.shabha@bcu.ac.uk @BCUCEBE +44(0)121 3315425 Paul Laycock Interim Deputy Head of College of Built Environment CIAT, MCIOB, FHEA, PGCE, PGCED, MSc, Chartered Architectural Technologist, Chartered Builder Email: paul.laycock@bcu.ac.uk @BCUCEBE +44(0) 1213317509
  • 2. Introduction (Facts & Figures) 29 million homes in the UK, accounting for 14% of the UKs energy consumption. The UK has one of the highest water and energy demands in Europe which needs to be addressed according to the Committee on Climate Change (CCC). Fossil fuel depletion and energy demand necessitate the adoption of renewable, low-carbon energy sources. Existing homes emit 5 tonnes of carbon annually. UK population currently stands at 67 million, and with an estimated 5 million more in the next 20 years (ONS, 2023) Rate of Urbanisation: 3% increase in the UK from 2007 to 2018 proved to be damaging to the environment, often driven by practical imperatives of providing easily buildable housing. Greater reliance on materials that are not most environmentally suited and the least sustainable? (Gov, 2019; Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, 2019a, b). #STEAMConf2023
  • 4. What is Smart Home Technology? Automated dwelling with a network connecting appliances to control water, heat, and energy in the entire house which enables remote control and monitoring. "smartness is facilitated through the Internet of Things (IoT). #STEAMConf2023
  • 6. Introduction (Facts & Figures) Smart home technology holds a current misconception that it is principally used by tech-savvy users with larger budgets. Smart home technology can be used. #STEAMConf2023 Mail Tech - One stop shop for Smart tech with some sustainable twists MailTech (1) Smart homes of the future are connecting more than 150 devices - YouTube
  • 7. #STEAMConf2023 Fab work Matthew well structured and well signposted. Clear and well-presented sketches. The content will benefit from further critical input and beefing up. Can you amalgamate all weekly sections in one document References should be collated at the end of the portfolio and should avoid fragmentation cut and paste and put them at the end of the portfolio. Keep up the good work.
  • 8. Key Benefits Optimise energy efficiency and reduce costs. Enhanced comfort management. Improved security and safety. Reduce Carbon Emissions if used in tandem with Smart Meters and/or Smart Power Grids and energy management based on Demand-side Management (DSM) shifts peak usage.
  • 9. Key Barriers Lack of awareness. Integration challenges in existing homes. Limited homeowners IT skills. Installation costs and affordability. Privacy and security concerns. Perception of smart energy grids vs. smart home technology. #STEAMConf2023
  • 10. Key Research Questions? How can smart home technology could be effectively utilised to aid the UK government in meeting climate change targets and mitigate the environmental impact of a home in use towards reducing carbon emissions 2050 Target? #STEAMConf2023
  • 11. Objectives 1. To investigate the effectiveness of smart home technology in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in UK households. 2. To examine government legislation's role in leveraging these technologies. 3. To identify key impediments to smart home technology adoption and propose solutions. #STEAMConf2023
  • 12. Qualitative Approach: Focuses on opinions, experiences, and perspectives. Interpretivism: Develops theories based on collected data. Semi-Structured Interviews: Open-ended questions for detailed qualitative data. Target Participants: Knowledgeable individuals and key users of smart home tech. Sampling: Opportunity sampling for a diverse range of views. Questionnaire: Addresses key themes: ease of use, challenges, perception, changes needed, and energy consumption. #STEAMConf2023
  • 13. Pilot Study: Refinement of questions for clarity. Participants: Homeowners, energy suppliers, smart homes professionals. Ethical Considerations: Confidentiality, anonymity, and data protection. Response Rate: 23% due to COVID-19 lockdown. Data Collection: Email and virtual conversational interviews. Engagement: Limited interest from larger companies and local councils due to COVID-19.
  • 14. Key indicators vs code categories matrix #STEAMConf2023
  • 16. Findings #STEAMConf2023 Ease of Integration: Over 50% of homeowners found integrating smart home technology to be simple and straightforward. This variability is attributed to homeowners' levels of technical skills and prior experience. Approximately 80% of smart sensor installers indicated ease of use. One fifth of home-owners returned smart home technology due to unresolved issues, with some needing an eight-step process to rectify problems. The majority indicated that government incentives are necessary to make smart home technology more affordable and accessible.
  • 17. Findings #STEAMConf2023 Key Challenges: Security concerns were a major challenge, with 40% of participants highlighting this as their main worry. Safety concerns on how effectively protecting their smart homes from hackers. Vulnerability of wireless to hackers was a recurring issue, due to interconnected nature of smart home devices. Maintaining a reliable Internet connection was identified as a challenge. The cost of a stable Internet connection was perceived as a barrier, especially when combined with the cost of installing a smart home technology.
  • 18. Findings #STEAMConf2023 Perception of UK Government 2050 Net-Zero Target: Only around 21% of homeowners believed that updated thinking among homeowners was required to help the government to promote adoption and reduce carbon emissions to achieve its 2050 net-zero goal. Government incentives and energy-saving goals were proposed as effective strategies. The importance of smart meters for reducing energy consumption is highlighted by smart home installers. Logistical complexities and technical challenges associated with the integration of smart home technology
  • 19. Findings #STEAMConf2023 Perception of Smart Grid vs. Smart Home: All participants agreed that smart grids would be beneficial in reducing the carbon footprint of UK homes. Smart home technology was seen as more expensive and daunting, particularly for elderly users who may not be familiar with technology. The decline in cognitive abilities due to aging can hinder the effective use and implementation of smart devices. The long-term integration of smart devices in existing residential care homes remains uncertain.
  • 20. Proposed Guidelines #STEAMConf2023 1. Widespread adoption of efficient smart grid technology. 2. Affordability via government-led strategy with financial incentives and subsidies to home-owners. 3. Standardisation for compatibility, interoperability, and robust broadband & Wi-Fi. 4. Education and incentives to address security concerns. 5. Installation of smart meters with compatibility measures. 6. Encourage energy suppliers to offer free smart meters. 7. Ongoing research for additional interventions for
  • 21. Thank you for listening Any Questions? #STEAMConf2023