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Recommendation 3
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Acknowledged
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We recommend that the Government review the feasibility of its aspiration to achieve a minimum...
Recommendation
We recommend that the Government review the feasibility of its aspiration to achieve a minimum of EPC band C by 2035, given current progress on improving energy efficiency. As well as setting out how it plans to meet existing targets, it should set out a strategy to increase ambition in line with its commitment to net zero through its Heat and Buildings Strategy.
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The government acknowledged the recommendation by reiterating its commitment to the existing EPC band C by 2035 ambition, stating it believes it offers good value. It also noted the Heat and Buildings Strategy would set out policies for the 2020s, but did not commit to reviewing feasibility or increasing ambition.
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Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government · verbatim extract
Acknowledged
As outlined above, the Government remains committed to the ambition set out in the Clean Growth Strategy, that as many homes as possible are improved to Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) band C by 2035, where practical, cost-effective, and affordable. We believe this still represents good value for money, and we are focussed on introducing a comprehensive range of policies and proposals that deliver it. The Heat and Buildings Strategy will set out our policies and plans for the 2020s, demonstrating how they work together to ensure we are on track for net zero by the end of the decade.
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