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Retrofit is a term that refers to making your home more energy efficient. We're here to help you get started on creating an energy efficient home.

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What is retrofit?
Retrofit is a term that refers to making your home more energy efficient. The UK government has set out a target to be net zero by 2050. This means that the carbon dioxide that the country produces is offset by the amount of oxygen that we produce, meaning that this country will have a zero effect on climate change. The UK has over 26 million homes with only half a million of them at the current level required for the net zero target.
By carrying out work in your home with varying degrees of complexity, from loft insulation to solar panels with battery storage, you can help reduce carbon dioxide emissions, reduce your energy bills and make your home more efficient. It might all sound a bit confusing, but we have produced some simple information which can help you get started on your retrofit journey.

Retrofit guides
Simple guides to help you get started on your retrofit journey, from understanding your EPC to finding a business you can trust.

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Whole house
Whole house looks at some of the new technology that can help make your home more energy efficient.

4 min read
Can I get funding, support or a grant to make my house more energy efficient?
Find out about the grants available to consumers to make their homes more energy efficient.

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Finding a good business guide
This guide aims to take the heat out of finding a good business by navigating the different good business schemes.

3 min read
Energy Performance Certificates
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) tells you how energy efficient your home is and gives it a rating from A (very efficient)…

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Fabric first
Fabric first looks at the make up of your home to make it more energy efficient.
Podcasts
Listen to our retrofit episodes for a plain English introduction to making your home more energy efficient.