Future Homes
The £3.54m Future Homes project drives sustainable construction and energy efficiency, reducing residential greenhouse gas emissions. It develops low-carbon building materials and energy-efficient retrofits, revolutionising the construction industry and supporting UK climate goals.
Project Overview
The Future Homes project aims to revolutionise the construction industry and reduce energy consumption in both new and existing homes. By bringing together leading researchers, innovators, and housebuilders, the project, which received £3.54m of funding through the Innovation Accelerator programme, seeks to develop innovative solutions that address the challenges of climate change and energy efficiency.
The project focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the residential sector, which accounts for a significant portion of the UK’s emissions. It explores sustainable construction materials and methods, aiming to reduce the carbon footprint associated with building homes. Additionally, the project investigates energy-efficient retrofit solutions for existing homes, helping to improve their sustainability and reduce energy consumption.
Industry partners include Barratt and Bellway, Saint Gobain, RSK, Red and QBot, Energy Innovation Agency.