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1 Stop Shop 2 decades of #retrofit advice 3 goals of lower #energybills, #decarbonisation and #healthyhomes 4 more info, head to https://linktr.ee/Ecofurb 🏑✨

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Great question Hugo - good air quality is essential for a healthy home - especially in the damp UK climate! We'll share your question with our retrofit coordinator team to see what they think.

24.10.2025 08:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks for your question Peter! We'll share it with our Retrofit Coordinator team and see what their thoughts are on monobloc heat pumps.

24.10.2025 08:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Clean Heat: Financing the transition - Energy UK Energy UK analyses the cost to HM Treasury of rebalancing policy costs on energy bills, and its economic and social benefits.

A new report from @energy-uk.org.uk, with data analysis from @cotalityuk.bsky.social, shows how targeted green finance could unlock Β£9bn in clean heat upgrades for 950k UK homes - helping those who fall between grant support and upfront affordability.

Report: www.energy-uk.org.uk/publications...

07.08.2025 10:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Helene's Retrofit Story - a Landlord case study - Ecofurb Helene, a London landlord, used Ecofurb to meet MEES targets and improve her EPC rating. Discover how a tailored retrofit plan helped her futureproof her rental flat and unlock financial benefits.

πŸ‘‰ Read the full article here: ecofurb.com/real-life-ec... πŸ‘€

11.06.2025 16:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Ecofurb - We're here to help landlords decarbonise too!
"It's a relatively small investment to make to get the report done... it gives you that baseline understanding that allows you to go out and have informed conversations with contractors."
"From start to finish, it exceeded all my expectations".
Helene - private landlord - Victorian ground-floor flat

Ecofurb - We're here to help landlords decarbonise too! "It's a relatively small investment to make to get the report done... it gives you that baseline understanding that allows you to go out and have informed conversations with contractors." "From start to finish, it exceeded all my expectations". Helene - private landlord - Victorian ground-floor flat

"We could do the minimum and get up from an EPC D to a C and leave it there… but we both feel quite strongly that, from a climate action point of view, we should be doing as much as we can."
"The report gave us a clear roadmap. Phase one is something we’re acting on immediately. Phase two will happen when we remortgage. Phase three is further down the line."
"Doing that first phase of work could actually unlock better interest rates on further lending… I wasn’t expecting to find out anything I didn’t already know, but I came away really pleasantly surprised."

find out more at ecofurb.com/landlords

"We could do the minimum and get up from an EPC D to a C and leave it there… but we both feel quite strongly that, from a climate action point of view, we should be doing as much as we can." "The report gave us a clear roadmap. Phase one is something we’re acting on immediately. Phase two will happen when we remortgage. Phase three is further down the line." "Doing that first phase of work could actually unlock better interest rates on further lending… I wasn’t expecting to find out anything I didn’t already know, but I came away really pleasantly surprised." find out more at ecofurb.com/landlords

🌍 Meet Helene, climate-conscious #landlord & retrofit professional who turned to Ecofurb for a home retrofit plan she could trust.

πŸ’ Discover how Ecofurb's phased retrofit plan & Knight Frank Finance's advice have helped Helene begin her journey to go far beyond minimum #energyefficiency standards.

11.06.2025 16:26 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why a Home Energy Retrofit Is One of the Smartest Investments UK Homeowners Can Make - Ecofurb TL;DR: A domestic retrofit isn’t just a home improvement, it’s a strategic investment. From lower energy bills and increased property value to greater comfort and climate resilience, a Whole House Ret...

We believe a Whole House Retrofit is one of the smartest investments you can make in your home.

Why? Because it can deliver:
πŸ’· Lower energy bills
🏠 Higher property value
🌑️ More comfort and better air quality
🌍 A smaller carbon footprint

Our latest blog breaks it down: ecofurb.com/why-home-ene...

29.05.2025 10:46 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Ecofurb - we're so grateful for feedback like this!

"The report was exactly what I needed. Provided me with a detailed analysis of the potential savings I could make with associated investment cost and a phase plan for delivery. The consultation with George was also extremely helpful. He was able to answer all our questions and provided helpful suggestions and explanations throughout. All in all exceeded my expectations."

Richard, Reading - 1900s semi-detached

Ecofurb - we're so grateful for feedback like this! "The report was exactly what I needed. Provided me with a detailed analysis of the potential savings I could make with associated investment cost and a phase plan for delivery. The consultation with George was also extremely helpful. He was able to answer all our questions and provided helpful suggestions and explanations throughout. All in all exceeded my expectations." Richard, Reading - 1900s semi-detached

Feedback like this truly reaffirms the work we do - and continues to drive us forward. Thanks Richard! 🏠✨
#retrofit #energyefficiency #greenhomes #netzero

13.05.2025 11:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
One quick action you can take this Earth Day
1. head to app.ecofurb.com
2. create a free energy upgrade plan for your home in seconds
3. see how green you can get your home

One quick action you can take this Earth Day 1. head to app.ecofurb.com 2. create a free energy upgrade plan for your home in seconds 3. see how green you can get your home

- Test thousands of measures, tailored to your home/budget
- Constantly updated with latest data & retrofit options
- See what you could save on your home's bills and CO2 emissions

- Test thousands of measures, tailored to your home/budget - Constantly updated with latest data & retrofit options - See what you could save on your home's bills and CO2 emissions

You might be surprised!
Head to app.ecofurb.com or check our bio/comments link to see your home's energy efficiency potential

You might be surprised! Head to app.ecofurb.com or check our bio/comments link to see your home's energy efficiency potential

🌍 Keen to take action this Earth Day? We've got you covered.
1️⃣ Head over to eu1.hubs.ly/H0jt87X0
2️⃣ Create a free energy efficiency plan for your home in seconds
3️⃣ See how green you can get your home!
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#earthday #earthday2025 #retrofit #energyefficiency

22.04.2025 11:36 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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✨ Ecofurb now does β€˜boroscopes’. Here’s April's...

01.04.2025 12:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Calling all homeowners, landlords, communities & retrofit keen-beans!

If so, join us online tomorrow morning for the West of England Retrofit Summit, 9am-12pm, with speakers, Q&A panel & breakout rooms exploring "Why Retrofit?":

πŸ“ Retrofit pathways for householders & communities
πŸ’‘ Practical advice on retrofit measures & financing options
πŸ’ Chat with Ecofurb’s Retrofit Coordinators about your own home energy upgrade plans

Calling all homeowners, landlords, communities & retrofit keen-beans! If so, join us online tomorrow morning for the West of England Retrofit Summit, 9am-12pm, with speakers, Q&A panel & breakout rooms exploring "Why Retrofit?": πŸ“ Retrofit pathways for householders & communities πŸ’‘ Practical advice on retrofit measures & financing options πŸ’ Chat with Ecofurb’s Retrofit Coordinators about your own home energy upgrade plans

Join us tomo morning (Mar 27) for @lowcarbonhomes.bsky.social West of England Retrofit Summit, 9am-12pm, online:

πŸ“ Retrofit pathways for householders & communities
πŸ’‘ Practical advice on retrofit measures & financing
πŸ’ Chat w/Ecofurb’s Retrofit Coordinators about your home energy upgrade plans

26.03.2025 13:49 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We'll be joining the West of England Retrofit Summit next week, sharing knowledge & insights on home #energyefficiency #retrofit, and regional retrofit action in the SW, alongside many fantastic panellists and guests ✨

actionretrofit.com/the-west-of-...

#AllForRetrofit @lowcarbonhomes.bsky.social

18.03.2025 14:57 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Image: Ecofurb team at an event stand helping someone talk through their home energy efficiency retrofit plans.

Text: Ecofurb x FutureBuild, 04 -06 March 2025 | Excel, London. Stand 36 | Our team can help you get started on your home energy retrofit plans - pop by for a chat!

Image: Ecofurb team at an event stand helping someone talk through their home energy efficiency retrofit plans. Text: Ecofurb x FutureBuild, 04 -06 March 2025 | Excel, London. Stand 36 | Our team can help you get started on your home energy retrofit plans - pop by for a chat!

We’re heading to #Futurebuild in March! And we’d love to see you there if you can make it.

πŸ’‘ Our team will be there to talk through your home #energyefficiency #retrofit ideas and can help you get a plan of action together. We’ll be at stand R36. Do pop by!

20.02.2025 12:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Cost & carbon: the potential for stricter minimum efficiency standards in the private rented sector The government plans to reintroduce the requirement for all domestic rental properties to reach an EPC C minimum by 2030. What is the potential cost and carbon saving of the policy?

Great analysis of @corelogicuk.bsky.social data from Knight Frank Finance on cost/carbon impact of #MEES.

πŸ”‘Stats:

⚑️ D to C upgrades could cost £5,841, F/G £14K+
πŸ’Έ Β£21.6bn total across private rented sector
πŸ“‰ 4.5m tons of CO2 reductions (5% residential sector)

www.knightfrank.com/research/art...

18.02.2025 13:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Here's a direct link to the report @chris-carus.bsky.social, hopefully you can access - will DM to troubleshoot 😊

info.ecofurb.com/hubfs/Report...

17.02.2025 12:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Ecofurb - The Low Carbon Home Service: Home Retrofit Trends Index (January 2025)

Retrofit market context & trends

- 62% of homeowners recognise energy bill reductions and saving money as a reason to consider home improvement. 57% recognise this as a benefit of home retrofit.
- and while 46% of homeowners are planning home improvements in the next 12 months…
- only 32% of these planned home improvements are energy efficiency upgrades

so we need to bridge this awareness-action gap

Ecofurb - The Low Carbon Home Service: Home Retrofit Trends Index (January 2025) Retrofit market context & trends - 62% of homeowners recognise energy bill reductions and saving money as a reason to consider home improvement. 57% recognise this as a benefit of home retrofit. - and while 46% of homeowners are planning home improvements in the next 12 months… - only 32% of these planned home improvements are energy efficiency upgrades so we need to bridge this awareness-action gap

Rising #energybills fueling #retrofit interest, but homeowners still prioritising traditional #homeimprovement over #energyefficiency upgrades. Big gap between awareness & action!

πŸ‘‰ Our Home Retrofit Trends Index identifies possible financial & policy solutions: ecofurb.com/home-retrofi...

13.02.2025 11:54 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

New research on how homeowners’ attitude to #retrofit compares to other home improvementsπŸ‘‡ Case studies available of how our Ecofurbers made the choice.

04.02.2025 12:10 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Ecofurb Home Retrofit Trends Index - January 2025
with data-driven insights on all things retrofit, including:
- home improvement trends and attitudes
- market priorities and predictions
- expert analysis & recommendations
head to www.ecofurb.com to find out more and download

Ecofurb Home Retrofit Trends Index - January 2025 with data-driven insights on all things retrofit, including: - home improvement trends and attitudes - market priorities and predictions - expert analysis & recommendations head to www.ecofurb.com to find out more and download

🏑 Are UK homeowners prioritising #energyefficiency #retrofit for #homeimprovements?
πŸ’Έ How do energy efficiency measures impact our bills & home value?
πŸ› What #policyaction can unlock barriers to help people move forward faster?
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πŸ” Answers to these Qs & more here:
ecofurb.com/home-retrofi...

04.02.2025 11:33 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

#heatpump curious? We’ve lined up some resources [3/3]:
(1) πŸ”— www.channel5.com/tvguide/chan...
(2) πŸ”— www.youtube.com/@happyheatpu...
(3) πŸ”— www.corelogic.uk/news/heat-pu...
(4) πŸ”— visitaheatpump.com
(5) πŸ”— ecofurb.com/our-service/...

29.01.2025 12:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
(4) ♨ Visit a heat pump in person - run by Nesta, the UK's innovation agency for social good, visitaheatpump.com connects you with heat pump hosts so you can arrange to see one in person and ask them any questions you have

(4) ♨ Visit a heat pump in person - run by Nesta, the UK's innovation agency for social good, visitaheatpump.com connects you with heat pump hosts so you can arrange to see one in person and ask them any questions you have

(5) πŸ’» Explore your Ecofurb Options - head over to ecofurb.com and have a play around with our Ecofurb Options tool to see how a heat pump would interact with other energy efficiency measures for your home

(5) πŸ’» Explore your Ecofurb Options - head over to ecofurb.com and have a play around with our Ecofurb Options tool to see how a heat pump would interact with other energy efficiency measures for your home

#heatpump curious? We’ve lined up some resources [2/3]:

(4) ♨ Visit a heat pump in person w/ @nestauk.bsky.social and connect with hosts
(5) πŸ’» Explore your Ecofurb Options to see how heat pumps work with other #energyefficiency measures

πŸ”— links available in 3/3

29.01.2025 12:25 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Want to get clued up on heat pumps?

5 handy tips and resources to help you figure out if heat pumps are right for you and your home

Want to get clued up on heat pumps? 5 handy tips and resources to help you figure out if heat pumps are right for you and your home

(1) πŸ“Ί Watch some telly – specifically, check out β€œHeat Pumps, are they really worth it?” on Channel 5 (UK) - airing TONIGHT - Weds 29/01/25 at 8pm (hopefully available via catch-up), featuring Ecofurbers Johnny and Mickey!

(1) πŸ“Ί Watch some telly – specifically, check out β€œHeat Pumps, are they really worth it?” on Channel 5 (UK) - airing TONIGHT - Weds 29/01/25 at 8pm (hopefully available via catch-up), featuring Ecofurbers Johnny and Mickey!

(2) πŸŽ™ Listen to some podcasts – there are loads out there, but a particular favourite of ours is the β€˜The Happy Heat Pump Podcast’ feat. Bean Beanland (Heat Pump Federation) and Evan Davis (BBC)

(2) πŸŽ™ Listen to some podcasts – there are loads out there, but a particular favourite of ours is the β€˜The Happy Heat Pump Podcast’ feat. Bean Beanland (Heat Pump Federation) and Evan Davis (BBC)

(3) πŸ“Š Get familiar with the stats – recent analysis by @corelogicuk suggests that running a heat pump could be cheaper than you think, with 93% of properties seeing reduced bills (link to research in bio)

(3) πŸ“Š Get familiar with the stats – recent analysis by @corelogicuk suggests that running a heat pump could be cheaper than you think, with 93% of properties seeing reduced bills (link to research in bio)

#heatpump curious? We’ve lined up some resources [1/3]:
(1) πŸ“Ί "Heat Pumps - Are they Worth It?", Channel 5 (UK), 8pm tonight w/@alexisconran.bsky.social
(2) πŸŽ™ Happy Heat Pump Podcast w/Bean Beanland & @evanhd.bsky.social
(3) πŸ“Š Check out the stats & analysis from @corelogicuk.bsky.social

29.01.2025 12:25 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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We love this beautiful illustration from architecture & design consultancy Space A, showing how we could #decarbonise #heritagehomes in the Primrose Hill conservation area.

Also check their blog for historic home #retrofit tips, incl. getting an Ecofurb Plan - spacea.co.uk/spaceablog/2...

28.01.2025 12:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Community Energy England are now on Bluesky - give them a follow here: @cenergyengland.bsky.social

09.12.2024 12:44 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
EPC reforms are coming! But we think an Ecofurb Plan will get you further forward faster on your home retrofit journey.

EPC reforms are coming! But we think an Ecofurb Plan will get you further forward faster on your home retrofit journey.

From EPC to Ecofurb

(1) We’re welcoming the reforms to energy performance certificates for homes - but we believe that, even with changes, the advice will be too generic for most homeowners

From EPC to Ecofurb (1) We’re welcoming the reforms to energy performance certificates for homes - but we believe that, even with changes, the advice will be too generic for most homeowners

From EPC to Ecofurb

(2) Every home is different. And an Ecofurb Plan will provide much more granular data, specific to your home, as well as possible cost & installation scenarios specific to your budget and needs

From EPC to Ecofurb (2) Every home is different. And an Ecofurb Plan will provide much more granular data, specific to your home, as well as possible cost & installation scenarios specific to your budget and needs

From EPC to Ecofurb

(3) Also - we connect you with installers you can trust from our network, and oversee their works to get you from β€˜advice’ to β€˜all done’ faster than you can say Ecofurb!

From EPC to Ecofurb (3) Also - we connect you with installers you can trust from our network, and oversee their works to get you from β€˜advice’ to β€˜all done’ faster than you can say Ecofurb!

EPC reforms are coming! So if you’re a #retrofit radical or an #energyefficiency aficionado, now is the time to have your say (submit comments here 'til 26/2/25): eu1.hubs.ly/H0fbbC30

We also believe an Ecofurb Plan is much better than an EPC for home energy performance improvements. Here's why.

05.12.2024 16:26 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Today is national #fuelpovertyawarenessday, a moment to pause and consider the impacts of fuel poverty in the UK. 6.7 million UK households, or 23%, spend more than 10% of their income after housing costs on energy.

27.11.2024 09:34 β€” πŸ‘ 20    πŸ” 11    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 2
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This one goes out to all the #retrofit loving lexicographers πŸ€“

26.11.2024 16:47 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

Amazing! Congrats to you all and great to meet you.

25.11.2024 10:54 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Energy bills: The difficulty of making your home energy efficient It can be hard to find good advice on how to make homes more energy efficient.

Which is why we were delighted to be cited as a solution to improving retrofit advice access for UK homes:

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

"Conscious of the confusion around approaches to retrofit, some organisations are moving to improve the advice available to homeowners. Among them is Ecofurb."

22.11.2024 09:15 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Ecofurb was started by Parity Projects and CoreLogic to go beyond energy modelling data for the UK's housing stock & help homeowners, who are financially able/willing to retrofit their homes, to access the expertise needed to get the job done well. And we want to support as many people as we can.

22.11.2024 09:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Lots of UK coverage RE energy price rises and inflation recently. It's crucial we empower all people to make their homes energy efficient. The Warm Homes Plan is a good start, but we need to do more.

(1) www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
(2) www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
(3) www.gov.uk/government/n...

22.11.2024 09:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Help to save households money and deliver cleaner heat to homes Up to 300,000 homes to benefit from upgrades next year, as government continues rollout of the Warm Homes Plan.

Today we’ve announced a huge package of measures to accelerate the deployment of heat pumps, including liberalising planning rules, increasing funding for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme & introducing a reformed Clean Heat Market Mechanism in April www.gov.uk/government/n...

21.11.2024 09:01 β€” πŸ‘ 39    πŸ” 14    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 3

@ecofurb is following 20 prominent accounts