Last updated: 13 October 2023

Next review: 13 October 2024

Useful information for retrofit

Retrofit guide

  • The London Energy Transformation Initiative (LETI) is a group of engineers, architects, and contractors. The group's purpose is to support the work towards a net zero future.
  • LETI have created a Climate Emergency Guide based on their practical experience. This guide shows examples of best practice around retrofit and ways to deliver an energy consumption reduction of 60 to 80%.
  • Access the retrofit guide

Enhabit

Enhabit is a consultancy firm specialising in low energy buildings. Their Head of Building Physics and Consultancy, (Dr Sarah Price) have produced a free resources to help explain retrofit improvements.

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Home accessibility adaptations

  • Whilst improving your home's energy efficiency, it may be a good opportunity to consider improvements to how accessible it is.
  • People who live with a long term health or physical condition can experience difficulty getting around their home. You may be starting to think that your home isn’t suitable for you anymore. If so, adapting it or moving to a readily adapted home could be an option for you.
  • The Council can help you to adapt your home to maintain your independence. More information on how we can help to improve your home's accessibility.