Energy sobriety, asylum seekers, sustainable management, energy efficiency, resident autonomy, social workers training, reducing energy costs, CADA
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This research explores implementing energy sobriety projects in Reception Centers for Asylum Seekers to reduce energy costs and improve living conditions.
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[...] The prior knowledge of energy sobriety varies, highlighting the importance of continuous education to fill gaps and improve energy practices. Although training and workshops have been proposed, some residents have not had access to them, requiring an adaptation of strategies to make these sessions more accessible. The perception of the importance of energy sobriety and energy savings also varies, indicating a need to strengthen educational efforts to demonstrate the tangible benefits of these practices. The willingness to adopt eco-responsible practices is positive but shows reluctance. [...]
[...] By understanding where and how energy is used, we will be able to target areas that need improvement. This step will be the responsibility of the head of department and will take approximately two weeks. Step Development of Training Following the identification of energy needs, the second step involves creating specific training modules on energy sobriety, intended for residents and staff. The content of the training will be designed in collaboration with energy experts to ensure it is up-to-date and relevant. [...]
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[...] This majority response indicates that the vast majority of leaders are in favor of reinvesting the savings generated by energy sobriety initiatives in the benefit of residents. iii. Questionnaire for Social Workers The third questionnaire is intended for social workers who accompany asylum seekers in their integration journey. This questionnaire explores the knowledge and skills of social workers in the field of energy sobriety, as well as their training on this subject. The questions also examine their perception of the impact of this training on the energy autonomy of asylum seekers. [...]
