'Energy House 2.0': University of Salford researchers chalk up win for green housebuilding

BusinessGreen staff
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'Energy House 2.0': University of Salford researchers chalk up win for green housebuilding

Stress testing of two prototype homes in extreme climate conditions has revealed future Homes Standard can be 'delivered at scale', according to research backed by Barratt Developments and Bellway

Researchers at the University of Salford have hailed "strong" results from an innovative project thatr aims to test the ability of low-carbon homes to withstand extreme climates. The Energy House 2.0...

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