Green Deal – Tackling Home Energy Saving

Posted on 20. Dec, 2010 by ashleys in Featured, News, Saving Energy

A key part of any effective strategy for micro generation of alternative energy at home should be an initial focus on energy efficiency.  There is little point in generating solar or wind power only to waste it. So it was interesting to read last week about the move by the government to help upgrade the UK’s poorly insulated housing stock. The government announced a scheme to encourage people to better insulate their houses, which has been dubbed the “Green Deal”

Apparently after 2012, individuals will be able to approach their energy supplier and ask for a loan to cover the cost of insulation. The loan will then be paid back by through an extra charge on their energy bill. What is interesting is that the extra charge will be assigned to the property – not the owner – so that if an individual sells their home, the new owner would have to take on the responsibility for the repayments.  Lots of potential for surprises for house buyers there!

The Energy Secretary Chris Huhne stated;

“When it comes to making our homes warmer and cosier, Britain’s a laggard. The green deal is about taking the hassle and upfront cost out of making your home more energy efficient.”

Although the Green Deal is not without its critics, it does seem to be a step in the right direction.  What do you think?

Tags: insulation, saving energy