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More solar cells in line with the new energy goal

After having exceeded its previous energy goal, to reduce consumption in the older properties of the portfolio by 10% between 2020 and 2024, AF Bostäder launched a new energy goal, commencing in 2025.

The new goal aims to reduce the quantity of purchased energy (kWh/m2), in properties that have entered operations since 2023, by 10% between 2025 and 2029. The goal entails investments in energy-efficiency improvements in parallel with investments in internal electricity generation through the installation of solar cells.

AF Bostäder has a sub-goal to install at least one solar cell system per year in existing buildings. In 2025, 64 new solar panels were installed at Vildanden, with estimated generation capacity of 27 000 kWh. Another solar cell installation is planned for 2026, this time at Kämnärsrätten in connection with roof replacement work.

Since 2014, AF Bostäder has installed 1 870 m2 of solar panels with an estimated annual total generation of 373 MWh, which is equivalent to 4% of the company’s electricity consumption for 2025. The solar cell installations reduce vulnerability to future electricity price increases and are an element in reducing the company’s costs.

Latest update June 12, 2026
Art at Marathon
Sustainable housing

The students can now check out the art around them

AF Bostäder’s housing areas feature several unique and interesting works of art. Previously, their presence has been somewhat anonymous, but now everyone can find out about the history of these works online. Signage and an art tour are also in the pipeline.

Students sitting in the grass in front of Studentlyckan
Sustainable housing

Congratulations Studentlyckan – a newly renovated 65-year-old in top condition

Due to its methodical maintenance plans, AF Bostäder can keep its properties in good condition. Well-maintained properties are sustainable and in 2025 no less than three housing areas celebrated milestone anniversaries. One of them was Studentlyckan – AF Bostäder’s third-oldest housing area and still one of the most popular.
Students standing in a kitchen, talkning
Sustainable housing

Replumbing and renovation have given Delphi new life

The last stage of the replumbing work at Delphi will be completed in the summer of 2026. After six intensive years, 875 corridor rooms have received a complete wastewater pipe system replacement as well as upgrades for bathrooms, accommodation, ventilation, broadband and corridor furnishings. Disruptions have been avoided, as students move prior to the renovation into already completed corridor rooms.
A wall with paintings
Sustainable housing

Art interest became a tasteful reuse gallery

The Vildanden Art Exchange opened in March and was inaugurated with a premiere exhibition, canapés and sparkling wine. It all started when caretaker Jonas Ekman saw all the fine paintings that the students left in the bulky waste station, the Green Room.
Bokompakt from above with solar panels
Sustainable housing

New energy target focuses on solar panels

AF Bostäder has surpassed its latest energy target – to reduce consumption in the older properties of the portfolio by 10% between 2020 and 2024. The company has now formulated a new target, focusing on a reduction in the volume of purchased energy. Activities over the next five years will include increased investments in internal electricity production.
Keys
Sustainable housing

Securing consistency through stronger inspection procedures

At AF Bostäder, all tenants are to be given an equal assessment of the condition of their housing. The company has therefore strengthened its procedures for move-out inspections.
Image showing three types of packaging: paper, plastic, and glass
Sustainable housing

Major gains from increased waste sorting

Using broad initiatives, students are to be inspired to reduce their waste and increase their waste sorting. Reduced residual waste is good for the climate and environment and means cost-savings in waste management. During 2024, AF Bostäder deepened its cooperation with the waste management utility, Lunds Renhållningsverk, renovated waste rooms, opened an Art Exchange and launched the waste sorting campaign, Buzz of the month.