Revolutionizing UK Housing: The Journey to Net-Zero Homes

Birmingham City University researchers are studying energy consumption in new sustainable homes. As the UK prepares for new regulations mandating low-carbon homes, data from these homes will guide future construction. The project emphasizes the need for industry collaboration, resident education, and workforce training to ensure successful implementation and maintenance.

Birmingham City University researchers are examining energy consumption in new homes designed to meet future low-carbon standards, potentially reshaping UK housing.

Regulations banning gas boilers in new homes aim for significant carbon reductions. Researchers have been monitoring sustainable homes built by Midland Heart in Birmingham to gather real-time data on energy use and occupant satisfaction.

Findings will provide the construction industry with practical insights, stressing the importance of industry collaboration and resident education to achieve net-zero homes efficiently.

(With inputs from agencies.)