Winners of £1.6bn social housing decarbonisation deal
AI Article Summary
Procure Plus has announced a £1.6 billion framework involving over 100 companies to retrofit social housing and public buildings with low and zero-carbon technologies. The four-year project is structured into regional and technology-specific lots, extending to 2029 and including the installation of heat pumps, solar PV, insulation, and other green measures. This initiative will work alongside housing associations, councils, and public bodies to enhance decarbonisation efforts and increase local employment and training opportunities.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
This project shows how significant decarbonisation efforts are gaining momentum in large-scale settings, which can serve as a model for Canadian contractors interested in similar retrofitting projects. For Canadian builders, this means adapting to new technologies and possibly seeing an increase in demand for skilled labor specific to green and sustainable practices. Furthermore, partnerships with local governments and leveraging funding opportunities may be essential for Canadian companies aiming to contribute to national decarbonisation goals.
