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RIBA President Simon Allford responds to the House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee's (EAC) Report

RIBA President Simon Allford backs the House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee's (EAC) Report.

05 January 2023

RIBA President Simon Allford has backed the House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee's (EAC) Report, published on Thursday 5 January.

Focusing on accelerating the transition from fossil fuels and securing energy supplies, its recommendations could help the Government to achieve its net zero ambition by 2050, Allford said:

"This report echoes our concerns that the Government’s British Energy Security Strategy was a missed opportunity to reduce energy demand – which is vital to decreasing our reliance on fossil fuels.

To get to net zero, the Government will need ambitious measures. The EAC’s call for a clearer fuel poverty target and the upgrading of homes’ energy efficiency should be a national priority - and is one we have long been calling for as a National Retrofit Strategy.

The recommendation to explore greener taxation strategies is also welcome. Measures including variations to the rate of stamp duty, which we have also called for as a tool to incentivise energy efficiency, are a key piece of the puzzle. We will continue to engage with Government by sharing our members’ expertise, as we push towards net zero."

ENDS

Notes to editors: 

  1. Media contact: Sarah.Robertson@riba.org
  2. The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is a global professional membership body that serves its members and society to deliver better buildings and places, stronger communities and a sustainable environment. Follow @RIBA on Twitter for regular updates.

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