Zero Carbon Accelerator

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Heat networks and low carbon heat Net zero strategy and master planning

Case study: Heat decarbonisation in White City, Hammersmith and Fulham

The project will help develop a clean heat network for White City, aligned to RIBA Stage 2 feasibility and including potential connections to local large-scale consumers.

Heat networks and low carbon heat Net zero strategy and master planning

Case study: Pepys Estate, London Borough of Lewisham

This Zero Carbon Accelerator project aims to support this housing estate to address gas safety and fuel poverty for an estimated 726 homes.
Energy generation

Powering change: How social housing landlords are pioneering new solar financing models

Recent pilots by Clarion Housing, Hackney Council, and Camden Council offer a blueprint for how large-scale solar can be rolled out in social housing.
Procurement Zero Carbon Accelerator project outputs

Market Assessment for Financing Solar Power on Council Housing at Scale

The Market Analysis report is from the Zero Carbon Accelerator Enfield Social Housing Support Package. This report can help housing providers accelerate their sustainability initiatives and contribute to a greener future.
Retrofit

Midlands Net Zero Hub – Tenant Engagement Toolkit

Toolkit from DESNZ and Midlands Net Zero Hub for the Social Housing sector to improve tenant engagement around building retrofit across all stages of a retrofit scheme.
Net zero strategy and master planning

Building for 2050 (PTE)

Report evaluating the feasibility, cost, and performance of innovative, energy-efficient housing projects in the UK.
Digital tools

Future Homes Hub – Whole Life Carbon Tool

A set of conventions and a simple, free Whole Life Carbon Assessment Tool.
Net zero strategy and master planning

CIBSE TM60: Good practice in the design of homes

Guide to best practice for designing sustainable, energy-efficient homes.
Retrofit

Local Partnerships Domestic Retrofit Handbook

Advice to Local Authorities on how to improve the energy efficiency of existing homes by DESNZ.
Retrofit

PAS 2035: 2023 Retrofitting dwellings for improved energy efficiency – Specification and guidance

PAS2035 requirements and guidance in improvement measures in the context of retrofit of dwellings.
Training

Retrofit 101 – Introductory Course

Learn about the fundamentals of whole-house domestic retrofit - introductory course.
Training

Level 5 Award in Domestic Retrofit Advice – Retrofit Coordinator

Training course offering pathway to become a Retrofit Coordinator, part of the PAS 2035 process.
Business cases and green finance

The Green Shift – The existing financial incentives for higher environmental performance of new homes

Report from Good Homes Alliance, covering if a ‘tipping point’ has been reached in the provision of new homes.
Procurement

The Housing Forum – Better Procurement for Better Homes

Housing Forum guide for housing associations and local authorities to procuring for best value, quality and sustainable communities.
Training

Level 3 Award in Domestic Retrofit Advice – Retrofit Advisor

Training in Retrofit Advice, guiding homeowners through the complex world of retrofit options.
Training

Retrofit Academy – Retrofit Designer

The course equips professionals in creating energy-efficient designs through measures and retrofit across archetypes.
Training

Retrofit Academy – Level 4 Domestic Retrofit Assessor Training

Training to equip you with the expertise to conduct property assessments aligning with PAS 2035.
Retrofit

Social Housing Retrofit Accelerator – Resident engagement toolkit

Guidance and resources for those leading a retrofit project in Social Housing.

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