Keith Riddle, Managing Director at VELUX, comments on the new definition of zero carbon homes announced by Housing Minister Grant Shapps:
“While the publication of the new zero carbon home definition remains consistent with the Government’s proposals in The Plan for Growth in March, crucially the confirmation of these details now provides housebuilders with a practical framework to build towards. The inclusion of off-site allowable solutions is an important measure and means that we are likely to see a move away from the creation of ‘airtight boxes’ as housebuilders are given more flexibility to build energy efficient homes that also promote occupant health and wellbeing.”
