The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has today (14 December 2020) responded to the government’s energy white paper, ‘Powering our net zero future’.
RIBA President, Alan Jones, said:
“While I welcome the ambitions of the white paper, I’m disappointed to see it lacks the detail required. Consultations on a long-term regulatory framework and a performance-based rating scheme for non-domestic buildings are welcome – but it’s the outcome of these consultations and the subsequent policy changes that matter.
I’m pleased to see the proposals to decarbonise home heating system, but we must see a fabric first approach to retrofitting to ensure optimum value for money. A National Retrofit Strategy is urgently needed to fix our inefficient housing stock.”
ENDS
Notes to editors:
- Press contact: Abigail.Chiswell-White@riba.org or +44 (0) 20 7307 3811.
- The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is a global professional membership body that serves its members and society in order to deliver better buildings and places, stronger communities and a sustainable environment. Follow @RIBA on Twitter for regular updates.
