External wall insulation being installed (purple)

Maximising Energy Efficiency with Wall & Roof Insulation

Posted on October 27, 2024

Insulation such as external wall insulation might seem like a simple concept. It's a material used to reduce heat loss, but it plays a crucial role in construction, especially in the UK’s cold and often windy climate. However, when selecting insulation materials, cost and thermal performance should not be the only factors considered. For those serious about lowering their energy consumption, balancing embodied and operational carbon is crucial to ensuring that today’s insulation choices reduce both immediate and long-term carbon impacts. This balance not only supports current energy efficiency but...

Kier Starmer talking sustainability (purple)

What Labour’s First 3 Months Mean for UK Housing (The Sustainability Revolution for all Begins!)

Posted on October 12, 2024

by Russell Selby

As Labour’s government settles into office, their focus on sustainability and housing, two key pillars of their election campaign have started to take shape. With the housing crisis and green policies at the forefront, Labour has begun to roll out initiatives aimed at transforming both sectors through their government sustainability policy framework. However, for these policies to truly succeed, they must be implemented carefully to avoid increasing social inequalities. Lower-income households often bear the brunt of climate impacts while benefiting the least from energy-efficient housing. Without inclusive measures, sustainable policies...

Be Empowered: The UK Homeowner’s Guide to Passive House Retrofits (Comfort, Savings & Sustainability)

Posted on August 10, 2024

by Russell Selby

All you need to know, as the demand for energy-efficient homes rises. Passive House (Passivhaus) for retrofit and new builds standard stands out as one of the most effective solutions for sustainable design. Countries such as Germany, Austria, Irleand, Scotland, and the Netherlands have implemented stringent building regulations that promote or require Passive House standards. Yet the adoption in England and Wales still lags behind. This article aims to explain the importance of Passive House, its application for your home regardless if it is a new build or retrofit.Why Passive...