Category Archives: Local Authorities

Update on today’s zero carbon announcement

The government has changed its zero carbon homes policy as part of the Budget announced today. In its Plan for Growth document, launched alongside the Budget, it was confirmed that the Zero Carbon Hub’s recommendations on the appropriate levels of on-site Carbon … Continue reading

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Coventry creates £1.9bn retrofit trust

Coventry Council has agreed an innovative deal that will see £1.9 billion invested in retrofit in a bid to become the greenest city in the UK. The council has teamed up with housing association Orbit, energy giant E.ON, Coventry University, … Continue reading

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TrACE – Tracking Actions on Carbon Emissions

Reports and results Local authorities can view summary reports and reports of their carbon reduction activity. These summary reports allow the user to view the number of energy saving activities being undertaken, CO2 savings achieved and a comparison of current … Continue reading

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100 councils commit to improving customer satisfaction with waste and recycling

Over one hundred local authorities have now committed to help improve residents’ satisfaction with how their waste and recycling is collected, by signing up to the Waste Collection Commitment. The Commitment is the first set of principles for a good waste … Continue reading

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Tenants reveal home energy efficiency concerns

Tenants are showing increased interest in energy efficiency issues in their home or office, a new survey has shown. However, the Occupiers and Landlords: The Sustainability Gap report from property consultant GVA Grimley revealed that landlords are not addressing these concerns with … Continue reading

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