A Methodology for Long-Term Monitoring of Climate Change Impacts on Historic Buildings

A groundbreaking methodology for long-term monitoring of climate change impacts on historic buildings has been established, enabling data-driven decision-making to address decay. The approach, developed through a Norwegian campaign involving 45 medieval structures—including 35 pre-1537 wooden and stone buildings, plus sites in Bryggen (Bergen) and Røros—combines zero-level registration with interval-based monitoring of key indicators. This framework, designed for a 30–50-year span, aims to detect climate-induced decay early, providing actionable insights for preservation efforts.

Haugen, A., Bertolin, C., Leijonhufvud, G., Olstad, T., & Broström, T. (2018). A Methodology for Long-Term Monitoring of Climate Change Impacts on Historic Buildings. Geosciences, 8(10), 370. https://doi.org/10.3390/geosciences8100370