A new report from the National Retrofit Hub (NRH) has unveiled a ‘fragmented and inconsistent’ landscape of retrofit delivery models across the UK.
The review urges immediate action to ‘streamline processes, clarify intended outcomes, and establish consistent measurement methods’ for implemented retrofits to track progress and drive future improvements.
The report, written by the NRH in collaboration with Arup and climate-change charity Ashden, found disparate models and funding mechanisms create a complex, ‘shifting sands’ scenario, with many delivery methods lacking uniform measurement standards.
The report has been created following engagement from over 200 stakeholders.
The report highlights four priority areas the NRH identified as the best opportunities to leverage its network and achieve significant impact.
These are:
- Public Engagement: Enhancing community involvement to ensure delivery models meet local needs.
- Grant Structures: Streamlining funding mechanisms for greater efficiency.
- Measuring Outcomes: Implementing standardised metrics to track progress.
- Planning Policy: Developing cohesive strategies that reflect best practices across the board.
Sara Edmonds, National Retrofit Hub co-director, said, “While there were various perspectives on what should be prioritised, the Hub focused on these areas because they align best with its goals and capabilities.”
The review has been described as a ‘wake-up call’, with the findings revealing the need for defined measurements to set and achieve meaningful targets.
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