Including 6 closely related terms such as energy use, efficiency, and reduce energy.
… for energy efficiency where planning permission is required . • Work with the utility companies to improve energy efficiency in homes locally. • Report on the implementation of residential energy efficiency measures in the District in line with the Home Energy Conservation Act. • Encourage housing associations, commercial properties, and public buildings to adopt energy efficiency measures…
… as soon as possible. 17 Efficiency of Existing Buildings Domestic energy use accounts for 27% of carbon dioxide emissions in Three Rivers. Over two-thirds of properties in Three Rivers are energy inefficient, with an EPC rating below a C. Three Rivers District Council has secured Green Homes Grant funding to lift over 100 homes out of fuel poverty in 2021, and reduce energy-related…
… 80,000 car journeys annually (saving an estimated 40% of carbon emissions with the same journeys made by a small car). Since 2020 we have: • Secured Green Homes Grant funding to alleviate fuel poverty by improving energy efficiency in over 100 dwellings across the District. • Helped residents recycle 64.1% of their waste – the highest proportion of waste recycled, composted or reused…
… and ecological emergency. 14 Energy Aim: Minimise energy-related emissions in the District through reducing consumption, improving efficiency and transitioning to renewable energy sources to achieve net-zero targets (2030 – council emissions, 2045 – district-wide emissions). Energy can be generated using renewable sources such as solar, wind and hydro power, biomass, combined heat…
…: Improve industrial, commercial and domestic energy efficiency in the District in existing buildings. Three Rivers District Council’s vision is that the District should be a better place to live and work for everyone. The aims and priorities for the Council include reducing the carbon-footprint of the District and supporting our most vulnerable people. Improving the energy efficiency of homes…