A recent survey by the MCS Foundation shows that, although 43% of UK homeowners plan energy upgrades, most focus on minor improvements like loft insulation or radiators. While helpful, these changes won’t significantly reduce carbon emissions or achieve net-zero goals.
Engaging social housing residents during a retrofit programme is crucial for success. Active resident involvement ensures smoother implementation, addresses concerns, and meets compliance standards.
VOR is proud to announce our team has been shortlisted in three categories of The Retrofit Academy Awards, Retrofit Assessment & Coordination Service, Retrofit Best Retrofit Employer, and Phil Partridge for Retrofit Designer of the Year.
Recent research from the Centre for Sustainable Energy provides valuable insights into homeowners’ perspectives on … Read more
The regeneration of Stoke-on-Trent’s Newford Estate, Wave 1 project recently reached completion, with comprehensive energy efficiency upgrades implemented in 74 terraced and semi-detached homes.
The UK government has announced new minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) standards for rental properties in England and Wales.
PAS 2035 was updated in September 2023 to reflect evolving best practices, address implementation feedback, and align with the UK’s net zero emissions goals. Here we look at the main updates to be aware of and the implications.
Wates has appointed VOR to complete the PAS 2035 retrofit design in Stevenage. VOR will … Read more
In our final Retrofit Surgery, we dived into the key stages of Installation and Handover in the retrofit process.
In our recent Retrofit Surgery, we explored the importance of design & ventilation in retrofit. We discussed the importance of understanding the building’s physical & structural aspects, the need for detailed planning & specification of proposed EEM, & the integral role of ventilation & thermal bridge modelling.
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