Reforming Energy Performance Certificates to be net zero-ready will speed up the decarbonisation of the UK’s built environment, according to the Building Research Establishment.
Newly released data shows that the sector could meet the Government’s target to increase the Energy Performance Certificate rating for residential properties.
A new government consultation has been launched which seeks views on an updated UK home energy rating system developed by a consortium led by the Building Research Establishment.
Millions will be added to the cost of housing developments should mandatory solar panels come into effect under newly released proposals, warns the National Federation of Builders.
Glynn Williams, UK country director at energy solutions provider, Grundfos, looks at the energy upgrades that landlords can and should make to their properties.
Kim Lidbury, Group Director (Property Management) at Leaders Romans Group looks at the importance of energy efficiency in the private rental sector and how this is likely to evolve...