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Insulation sits at the heart of both the UK’s housing quality problem  and its net-zero ambitions . Put simply, poorly insulated homes lose heat, cost more to run, and emit more carbon than they should. Yet despite decades of programmes, targets, and funding, the UK still faces a stubborn insulation deficit — in existing homes, in policy delivery, and in industry capability. A Stock That’s Struggling to Keep Warm Many UK homes remain poorly insulated. Historical data suggests

Insulation sits at the heart of both the UK’s housing quality problem  and its net-zero ambitions . Put simply, poorly insulated homes lose heat, cost more to run, and emit more carbon than they should. Yet despite decades of programmes, targets, and funding, the UK still faces a stubborn insulation deficit — in existing homes, in policy delivery, and in industry capability. A Stock That’s Struggling to Keep Warm Many UK homes remain poorly insulated. Historical data suggests

As the UK grapples with rising energy costs, climate change, and pressure to deliver more sustainable housing, the role of building design has never been more important. While walls and heating systems often take centre stage, roofs play a critical — and often overlooked — role in how homes perform. Blue and green roofs offer a proven way to improve energy efficiency, climate resilience, and environmental quality  in housing developments. Once associated mainly with landmark