Sustainability and Energy Efficiency in the World Heritage Site of the Historic Centre of Mexico City

Research reveals that balancing historical preservation with energy efficiency in Mexico City's Historic Centrerequires nuanced stakeholder priorities and adaptive management strategies. The study, based on extensive interviews with 52,372 words, found that decisions around thermal comfort, energy use, and heritage conservation are shaped by dynamic interrelationships between values, user behaviors, and evolving urban needs. By applying grounded theory and thematic analysis, the findings underscore the need for a more integrated sustainable development plan to address conservation challenges while fostering inclusivity across economic levels. This approach could redefine how heritage sites reconcile cultural integrity with modern energy demands.

Murillo Camacho, K. S., Fouseki, K., & Altamirano, H. (2023). Sustainability and Energy Efficiency in the World Heritage Site of the Historic Centre of Mexico City. Heritage, 6(9), 6343–6357. https://doi.org/10.3390/heritage6090332