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Home energy use is responsible for over a quarter of UK carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions which contribute to climate change. Challenges for housing professionals are present for both new homes and existing homes.
The Code for Sustainable Homes sets a pathway for all new homes to be zero carbon by 2016. However, existing homes also represent significant opportunities for CO2 savings that can help achieve the UK Government's target of at least a 60% CO2 reduction by 2050.
The Energy Saving Trust housing programme set the standards for improving energy efficiency in housing. We provide housing professionals with free technical advice and practical ways to incorporate energy efficiency measures into refurbishment projects and new build developments, whether you are involved in designing, specifying, planning, building or installing.
By using our guidance, new and existing housing will be more energy efficient, reducing carbon emissions and saving energy, money and the environment.
The Energy Saving Trust has published guidance to meet the energy efficiency requirements of levels 3, 4, 5&6 of the Code for Sustainable Homes. These can be viewed by clicking here.
To keep up to date with all the news, publications, and events from the Energy Saving Trust housing programme, sign up to our e-news here.
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