Buildings

Green building sector dismayed over U-turn on zero-carbon homes, despite promise of new tax breaks for microgeneration

Meet the man paying companies thousands of pounds for 'negawatts'

Earls Court showcases home part-designed by Prince Charles to extract maximum energy efficiency from natural materials

Government data suggests there are three times as many properties in the least efficient category than in the top performing bands

Green building industry welcomes reports budget will feature stamp duty tax breaks, but warns further regulation still needed

Expert warns green social housing projects are at risk from funding cuts

Minister rejects accusations flagship scheme is overly complex and struggling to secure business buy-in

Industry task force recommends weaker emissions targets for all new homes

Retail giant to trial smart-grid system at Kent store opening this week

Draft document obtained by Reuters reveals plans for legally binding efficiency targets