This week Parity Projects Director, Chris Newman, featured in The Ecologist magazine's latest retrofit feature. The article offers hints and tips to those wishing to reduce the energy use of their home, with Chris appearing alongside Anna Laycock of Parity Partner, the Ecology Building Society.
Speaking about the importance of refurbishment, Anna points out, "Making our housing stock more energy efficient is critical to meeting the UK’s carbon emissions targets... But the time, effort and cost involved means that few people will do it purely for altruistic reasons. [But] the benefits to homeowners are clear: you pay less for your heating and your home is more comfortable and cosy to live in."
Adding a practical perspective, Chris highlight need for homeowners to know what they are seeking to achieve before they start. "Be specific about what you want to achieve. Do you want a 65 per cent reduction in carbon emissions or an energy bill free house? Are you guided by a fixed budget? Or are seeking to use only natural materials? Establish your priorities at the start, as these will influence your decisions along the way."
The article goes on to speak about some of the practical step in retrofitting your home, from choosing the right contractor to financing the work.
Read the full article here: "The beginners guide to… creating a low carbon home"
Speaking about the importance of refurbishment, Anna points out, "Making our housing stock more energy efficient is critical to meeting the UK’s carbon emissions targets... But the time, effort and cost involved means that few people will do it purely for altruistic reasons. [But] the benefits to homeowners are clear: you pay less for your heating and your home is more comfortable and cosy to live in."
Adding a practical perspective, Chris highlight need for homeowners to know what they are seeking to achieve before they start. "Be specific about what you want to achieve. Do you want a 65 per cent reduction in carbon emissions or an energy bill free house? Are you guided by a fixed budget? Or are seeking to use only natural materials? Establish your priorities at the start, as these will influence your decisions along the way."
The article goes on to speak about some of the practical step in retrofitting your home, from choosing the right contractor to financing the work.
Read the full article here: "The beginners guide to… creating a low carbon home"
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