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Zero carbon homes - impact assessment (May 2011)
Publication Year
2011
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Sets out the evidence and argument for the implementation of a new definition of zero carbon homes. From 2016, developers will be required to deal with all emissions from new build homes that fall under the scope of building regulations. A specified portion of this will have to be dealt with on-site through energy efficiency measures such as insulation and onsite renewables such as solar panels. The remaining emissions can be dealt with through offsite measures, the mechanism for which has yet to be decided. The analysis draws on work done by the Zero Carbon Hub for the Department for Communities and Local Government.
Document History
Relates to the following documents: Definition of zero carbon homes - impact assessment (July 2009) (DCLG, 2009) and Definition of zero carbon homes and non-domestic buildings - consultation (DCLG, 2008). Contains an Excel spreadsheet that cannot be accessed through The Construction Information Service.
ISBN
9781409829645
Publisher Information
Department for Communities and Local Government
Now known as the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. The Department for Communities and Local Government is a UK Government department that works to create thriving, sustainable, vibrant communities that improve everyone's quality of life. This includes housing, improving public services, regeneration, sustainability and the prevention of anti-social behaviour. They were formerly known as the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister.
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DCLG
UK
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-communities-and-local-government
