sustainable living
- The media, architectural profession and associated industries have been positively raising the profile for sustainability. Many people are aware of the government's target to reduce our carbon emissions by 80% by 2050 and for all new homes to be zero carbon rated from 2016.
- However we wonder how effective this will be when 90% of the domestic stock that we live in is old and lags far behind new buildings in energy efficiency and with no strategy at present to address this?
- Although the government offers feed-in tariffs for microgeneration (pvs / wind turbines) the initial cost is high and pay-back time can be long. However with rising energy prices the balance is starting to shift.
- People tend to look at the short term benefits rather than the long term and often chose that sleek kitchen over replacing their leaking windows. Not everyone can afford to carry out a full retrofit of their property but do consider spending your money where it matters;
- TURN has gained much experience in assisting and demonstrating to clients how best to upgrade their homes, make them more comfortable and save money on utilities without compromising design.
- So before you or someone you know embarks on remodelling a property or are considering buying a wreck take a step back and consider what other "green" works can and should be included as part of the package.
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