The Existing Homes Alliance welcomes the overall increase in infrastructure investment set out in the Scottish Government’s draft Infrastructure Investment Plan, which was published yesterday. However, it remains unclear how much of this will go towards making our homes warm and affordable to heat. Lori McElroy, Chair of the Existing Homes Alliance said, “Investing in … [Continue Reading]
Strong support for energy performance standards in Scotland’s homes
Energy Efficient Scotland consultation: Improving energy efficiency in owner occupied homes The Alliance submitted its response to the most recent Energy Efficient Scotland consultation, strongly supporting the introduction of a legally-binding energy efficiency standards for owner-occupied housing. This will make homes warmer, healthier and more affordable to heat – addressing both climate change and fuel … [Continue Reading]
Response to Ministerial Statement on Energy Efficient Scotland 22 Nov 2018
We welcome the continuing debate in the Scottish Parliament to secure an ambitious and successful Energy Efficient Scotland Programme. This briefing sets out our response to the Minister’s statement on Energy Efficient Scotland, particularly on the issues of the Long Term Domestic Standard and future legislation. The Scottish Government has taken some positive steps on … [Continue Reading]
Energy Efficient Scotland – Options for National Oversight Body
Energy Efficient Scotland is set to run over the next 20 years and with an investment of over £10bn. It will run over several administrations, impact numerous government portfolios, and various levels of government. It will influence and operate within Scottish, UK and international legislative frameworks. The Existing Homes Alliance Scotland and others have argued … [Continue Reading]
Strengthening the Energy Efficiency Scotland Route Map – Alliance proposals
Energy Efficient Scotland is a 20 year programme aimed at making Scotland’s existing buildings near zero carbon wherever feasible by 2050. This briefing sets out the Alliance proposals on how the programme needs to be strengthened if it is to meet its vision for 2050. Energy Efficient Scotland_EXHA_September_2018_FINAL