How do we overcome the dual challenge of building new as zero carbon as well as retrofitting our existing properties that will still be in existence in 2050?
Sarah Lewis, research and policy director at the Passivhaus Trust, highlights how Homes England’s new Healthy Homes guidance is embracing the Passivhaus standard
Billions are being channelled into upgrading Britain’s housing stock, yet residents still report homes that remain cold or prone to damp and mould, writes Ida Ahmad, chief executive officer at Maesin
As we approach the announcement of the finalised Future Homes Standard, we must examine how it can help our contribution to net zero, writes John Marsh, chief operating officer at GTC
The government has to strike a tough balance between ambition and affordability in its energy efficiency standards, writes Andrew Parkin, technical director at Elmhurst Energy
Whilst we often talk about the technological and economic aspects of climate change, Jenny Danson, Chief executive of the Healthy Homes Hub puts forward the case for reframing the debate on the effect on our health and well-being
MCS, Solar Energy UK and the Mayor of London’s office are offering a grant to newly-certified solar PV installers in London to cover their certification costs
Is there a better way to address the challenges that the housing sector faces today, including the challenge of decarbonisation? Our view is that a new approach, one based on collaboration, that takes a holistic view, and which places the resident at the heart of activity is required and this is why the taskforce has been established. Tina Mistry from Aico explains more.
Unlock Net Zero Live brings the UK housing and built environment sectors together to push forward bold conversations and practical solutions to decarbonise our homes and places at both pace and scale
Procurement frameworks are often seen as back-office tools, but when designed with resident wellbeing in mind they become vital levers for delivering safer and warmer homes, says Rory Evans, regional director at LHC
Being a housing provider is not easy in 2025. There are many issues that can keep you awake at night. As a regulated sector there is even more pressure and scrutiny (quite rightly) to provide consistently good service outcomes for residents, creating safe and healthy living environments for all.
City of Edinburgh Council has awarded a four-year contract to Harmony Fire to deliver fire safety improvements across 30 multi-storey residential buildings in the city centre.
