Net zero heating and energy efficiency standards: research summary

Phasing

A phased approach is the best way to implement change as it would reduce the ‘all at once’ rush to meet a ‘one and only’ final deadline. Participants suggested council housing and new build developments to be the first to make the upgrades required. There was a debate as to who follows, with some supporting that those with the highest incomes/tax brackets should go after and others saying that the houses with the most significant improvements required should go after instead.

Some participants suggested a minimum of five years’ notice before the final deadline of a proposed regulation, while some others felt that ten years would be most suited, as they are concerned that they will not have enough time to save up for the changes required.