Monday, December 18, 2006

Policy: UK zero carbon homes by 2010

At present, more than a quarter of carbon emissions come from households, adding greatly to global warming.

"Within 10 years, every new home will be a zero-carbon home and we will be the first country ever to make this commitment," said Chancellor Gordon Brown during his pre-Budget speech.

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"Zero carbon means in practice striking a balance between consumption and production of carbon -- using design technology to make sure you need less energy and renewables and microgeneration to generate what you do need,"

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