{"id":4253,"date":"2026-02-25T16:41:02","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T16:41:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/econoler.firmecreative.com\/?post_type=case_study&p=4253"},"modified":"2026-03-25T18:06:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T18:06:08","slug":"the-vive-project-greener-and-fairer-housing-for-central-america","status":"publish","type":"case_study","link":"https:\/\/econoler.com\/en\/case-studies\/the-vive-project-greener-and-fairer-housing-for-central-america\/","title":{"rendered":"The VIVE Project: Greener and Fairer Housing for Central America"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Shaping VIVE: A Full Cycle Mandate from Diagnosis to Delivery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Econoler led a consortium to develop the VIVE Program through a comprehensive, ground\u2011up mandate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The work began with a bottom\u2011up diagnostic, examining the housing landscape in each participating country. By mapping gaps, constraints, and opportunities, along with the technical, social, and environmental realities shaping green housing, Econoler built a clear picture of national contexts. To enrich and validate research, the team conducted extensive in\u2011country interviews, ensuring that insights reflected real on\u2011the\u2011ground needs and institutional realities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next, Econoler carried out a full feasibility assessment of the VIVE Program across all target countries. This included technical, economic, social, and environmental analyses to determine what types of sustainable housing solutions were viable in each national context to effectively reach low\u2011 and middle\u2011income households, the initiative\u2019s primary beneficiaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a solid evidence base, Econoler designed the VIVE Program architecture<\/strong>. This encompassed sustainability criteria, technical objectives, and a tailored financial mechanism to support program rollout at scale. The mandate also included developing the structure for upcoming technical assistance and preparing a concept note for the Green Climate Fund to help secure climate finance for implementation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Econoler produced the operational guides and tools required for future deployment. This included the Program Operations Manual and recommendations for technological systems needed to verify and certify sustainable construction projects. To ensure smooth uptake, Econoler delivered a capacity\u2011building workshop, equipping partners with the knowledge required to implement VIVE across the region.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Building partnerships for lasting solutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Econoler places strong value on meaningful local and regional collaboration, and the VIVE Program stands as a clear example of how these partnerships can generate lasting, scalable impact.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Econoler worked with Sphera S.A. to deliver this project through a deeply collaborative, multistakeholder approach. The mandate was carried out in close coordination with the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) and key national and regional actors from the housing, energy, and financial sectors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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This engagement was essential to validate assumptions, align the program with existing policies and financing frameworks, and ensure that the proposed design was both feasible and relevant across all participating countries. By fostering meaningful dialogue and shared ownership, the project laid the groundwork for longterm collaboration and a regional shift toward more sustainable housing solutions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Driving Sustainable Impact in the Housing Sector<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The project supports reduced energy and water consumption in residential buildings, resulting in lower household utility costs and improved thermal comfort.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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It also enables the development of housing that is more resilient to climate risks, improving long-term living conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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At the market level, the initiative strengthens the ability of developers and financial institutions to design, assess, and finance sustainable housing projects, contributing to lower greenhouse gas emissions, more efficient use of natural resources, and scalable impacts across the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Building the Future of Green Housing in Central America<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The VIVE Program shows how evidence\u2011based design, meaningful collaboration, and a regional vision can translate into transformative action.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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By combining deep country\u2011level insights with a harmonized program structure, Econoler helped lay the groundwork for a new generation of sustainable, resilient, and affordable housing solutions across Central America.<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The initiative not only strengthens national capacities and market readiness but also empowers households to benefit from lower utility costs, improved comfort, and climate\u2011resilient homes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Curious to know more?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

See how Econoler can help with program development.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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