UNION Technical has been appointed to the National Home Decarbonisation Group (NHDG), which brings together experts to drive forward the UK’s residential retrofit ambitions.
The Glasgow-based firm said its appointment ensures that Scottish delivery experience, insight, and innovation are represented at a national level.
From urban retrofit programmes to large-scale housing projects and patented retrofitting techniques, Union Technical brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the table.
Michael Sweeney, founder and director, said, “Being appointed to the National Home Decarbonisation Group is a big moment for us as an organisation, but also for Scotland and the future of our housing stock and the stability of accessible, quality homes for people across the country. We have a strong focus on working collaboratively with the group and with government to deliver high-quality energy efficiency projects that improve the UK’s housing stock, particularly for households living in fuel poverty.
“This membership recognises the exceptional work we have already delivered in this field and strengthens our ability to continue doing so with our current and future partners and clients, while helping to shape a fairer, more effective approach to home decarbonisation across the UK.”
By joining the NHDG, Union Technical will work alongside industry leaders to help tackle fuel poverty and support households facing the combined pressures of rising energy costs, the cost-of-living crisis, health inequalities, and climate change.
The NHDG engages with policymakers to support delivery of national home decarbonisation objectives. Members are working collaboratively to deliver the government’s £15 billion Warm Homes Plan.
Michael Sweeney added, “If the UK is to meet its net zero ambitions while addressing the housing shortage and quality challenges, we must take a coordinated, long-term approach. That means aligning policy with practical delivery experience. Through our work across Scotland, we understand the real-world challenges of scaling retrofit programmes, from supply chain pressures to skills development, and we are committed to ensuring these insights inform national decision-making.”
