More than 80% of new homes now being delivered to a minimum standard of EPC B
Each quarter the government releases energy performance certificate (EPC) data showing the energy efficiency rating of new homes, including new build, conversions and changes of use, as well as homes that are being sold or let.
Between October and December last year, 84% of new homes delivered in England were given an energy efficiency rating of A or B. Despite the ongoing effects of the pandemic and a decrease in completed EPS dwellings in Q2 of 2020, the sector is recovering well and still producing energy efficient homes, a testament to the importance of this agenda.
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Energy Efficiency and Carbon Reduction at CHIC
Driven by continued general economic austerity and a growing need for more sustainable homes, we see that energy efficiency and carbon reduction will remain in the headlines. Electrical energy consumption figures are continually decreasing despite using more electronics than ever.
Modular build and MMC provide a fabric first approach with envelope performance achieving better energy performance and reduced carbon, with the main renewable performance consideration being Wind, Solar, Geothermal/Endothermic, Biomass, Hydro and Heat pumps.
CHIC offers an inherently energy efficient offer around precision, offsite manufactured homes and is a demonstration that a collaborative response to awareness works. Some of the many benefits of MMC include an easier method of compliance to building standards, shorter build times and higher standards with less defects.
CHIC’s suite of contracts and frameworks not only allow your organisation to stay compliant with the latest building safety regulations but ensure that your homes are built and maintained to the upmost levels of quality and efficiency.
For more information, please get in touch at enquiries@chicltd.co.uk
The coronavirus effect on letting social homes
The number of new social housing lettings in England reduced by almost 40% last year, covering the majority of the first six months of the COVID-19 pandemic in the UK, soon after the first national lockdown was announced on 23rd March 2020.
A total of 76,458 social homes were let during the first six months of 2020/21, compared with 125,149 in the first six months of 2019/20. The likely effect was because moving to a new home was banned between 23 March and 13 May last year, unless considered essential.
There was some good news during this period, however. Inside Housing reports the proportion of new social lettings being provided to people in temporary accommodation increased by five percent, to make up 16% of all social lettings.
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