Homeownership can be costly, but government grants for homeowners are available to help improve energy efficiency, lower bills, and reduce carbon emissions. Funding is available for upgrades such as insulation, boiler replacements, solar panels, and heat pumps. Some schemes target low-income households, while others are open to all homeowners. Understanding which grants and funding schemes…
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Efficient Lighting for Commercial Buildings: A Step-by-Step Guide
Improving lighting efficiency in commercial buildings is an important goal that can reduce costs, energy usage, and environmental impact. This guide will walk you through practical steps to upgrade and maintain your lighting in order to maximise efficiency. By following these recommendations, you’ll likely see significant savings in your utility bills and carbon footprint over…
Building Regulation Compliance 2023: The Ultimate Guide
Are you embarking on a construction project in the UK? It’s crucial to understand the ins and outs of building regulations compliance. Compliance ensures that your buildings are safe, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly. In the UK, there are several key regulations in the Approved Document for building regulation in England you need to be aware…
Future Homes Standard: What You Need To Know
The UK government has introduced updated building regulations for new homes in England that aim to significantly reduce carbon emissions. These regulations, which took effect in 2022, mandate that new homes meet higher energy efficiency standards and reduce carbon emissions by at least 31% compared to previous regulations. This marks the first step towards the…
How To Plan A Sustainable New Build
When it comes to new home development, sustainability, energy efficiency and eco friendly housing is now one of the most important factors to home buyers. With homes being the cause of a large proportion of carbon emissions, the government is introducing even more schemes to ensure that new build homes are as environmentally friendly and…