Retrofit co-operatives: A report for policy makers

Millions of UK households want to cut their energy use and decarbonise. Despite the tough economic climate, many can afford to invest in their homes. But they’re holding back – put off by market failures in independent advice, quality assurance, installation standards, finance and skills.

This will require a six-fold increase on recent activity. The government’s Warm Homes Plan is a start. But it won’t work without tackling supply chain failures. 

Our Retrofit Co-operatives report shows how retrofit co-operatives are the missing link for the UK's ambitions to make 20 million homes energy efficient by 2035. Read the report below.