Housing and other infrastructure
Improving efficiency of existing housing stock is a priority.
We believe that whole housing retrofit will be a critical area to address. While there have been several government schemes, including the most recent £5,000-£10,000 green homes grant initiative, the local market and supply chain are not sufficiently developed to deliver quality retrofits.
There are a number of Carbon Cutting Actions we can take around how we heat our water and spaces.
You can find guides about technology solutions like heat pumps, solar PV and batteries on the Energy page.
We have also been working with Devon County Council and Community Energy groups to stimulate this market for the benefit Teignbridge residents. Here are some options:
- for commercial/community buildings contact Green Business Grant at TDC or Decarbonise Devon
- for residential buildings contact Energy Saving Devon
- for a self-help programme see the TECs E-Pack
- DCC’s Devon Retrofit Guide is a useful and accessible resource