Brits Are Future Proofing Their Homes, Increasingly Valuing Sustainable Elements
The title of this post, is the same as that of this news item from Centrica.
These are the first two paragraphs.
It may still be true that for many, their home is their ‘castle’ but if so, it better be a well-insulated castle, as new research shows that Brits increasingly value energy efficient and environmentally friendly houses.
A survey from Hive revealed that the top selling points on a dream home for modern Brits are related to sustainability, with solar panels (68 percent) and good roof insulation (67 percent) valued more than design features such as natural lighting (53 percent), wooden flooring (22 per cent) and reclaimed woodwork (21 percent). Smart home technology such as a smart heating system (62 percent), a smart energy meter (48 percent) and an EV charger on the driveway (39 percent) were also top considerations.
As I fitted solar panels and good roof insulation to my house, their research could fit me.
I haven’t fitted an EB charger as I don’t drive.
The Anonymous Widower 
Little and often for me: –
1982 – increased tank insulation
1984 – thick curtains
1987 – Conservatory, double glazed door, TRVs and multiple zones, reflectors behind raiators, CFL lamps.
1994 – double glazing, chronostats.
2001 – condensing boiler, new tank.
2005 – optimising chronostats, increased roof insulation
2010 – increased wall insulation
2018 – more efficient boiler with weather compensation
Overall effect – gas consumption decreased by two thirds. Also built new PC using <50% power of the old one 2014.
Comment by R. Mark Clayton | June 30, 2023 |
So you’re following Centrica’s findings!
Comment by AnonW | June 30, 2023 |