21 December 2007
Independent, tailored information on how to make homes warmer, healthier and cost less to run is now available to homeowners under the Home Energy Ratings scheme launched on 17 December 2007. Under the scheme, assessors give ‘star’ energy efficiency ratings to homes and recommend cost-effective ways to improve their energy efficiency.
Launching the scheme, Government Energy Efficiency and Conservation spokesperson Jeanette Fitzsimons said: “Most people wouldn’t buy a car without an AA check. Yet a home costs much more than a car, and lasts longer…
This voluntary scheme will provides homeowners with the information they need to make informed choices around the way they use energy in their houses.” For more information see EECA's media release.
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