The government has launched a proposal to change building
regulations to tackle the carbon footprint of homes built after 2025, in a
series of new housing policy proposals put forward by the housing secretary.
Unveiled by Robert Jenrick, the Future Homes Standard will see polluting fossil
fuel heating systems such as gas boilers banned from new homes by 2025 and
replaced with clean technology – such as air source heat pumps and solar
panels. As part of the consultation, views are being sought on how changes to
building regulations can drive down the carbon footprint of homes built after
2025 – including changes to the ventilation and efficiency requirements. Read
more on 24housing.
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