… of which 40% are rented, 31% are owned and 26% are socially rented. This includes 20,931 social housing properties of which 57% of residents are tenants and 43% are leaseholders1. As most homes are not managed or owned by the council, community action is essential to meet net zero by 2040. The energy used in these homes accounts for 15% of the city’s emissions, higher than those from road transport…
… area. Launch an interactive web page for residents to share projects, ideas, best practice and experiences. Support residents to improve the energy efficiency of their homes and reduce energy use. Support and drive energy improvements in privately rented homes, focusing on the worst performing properties. Encourage and empower tenants to report landlords of rental properties with poor…
… energy efficiency performance. Work with private rented sector landlords to identify and improve properties with poor energy performance Promote local generation and use of affordable, clean energy. Share local community examples including action taking place in schools. Increase take up of sustainable and active transport such as walking and cycling and reduce reliance on private…