From Retrofit to Delivering Long-term Energy Security: Why Social Housing is Powering the UK's Energy Future
08/12/2025
James Williams
There’s no denying that the social housing sector has become a leader in tackling fuel poverty through improving the energy efficiency of its homes. But now, it needs to consider something even more transformative: turning homes into active energy assets that support the grid, further reduce bills, and unlock new sources of income.
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