Sustainable housing
What we mean by sustainable housing
Energy efficiency is part of it. For us, sustainable housing also means tenancies that last and homes kept in good repair, at a cost councils can keep paying.
Tenancies
We judge ourselves on how long people stay settled in their homes.
Homes
We bring existing homes back into use, keep them maintained and improve their energy efficiency where we can.
Public money
When placements hold, councils spend less on repeat presentations and temporary accommodation.
Using the homes that already exist
Many decent homes sit empty or underused. With proper management they can house people who need somewhere settled, without waiting for new building.
We work with owners and registered providers on improvements that make homes warmer and cheaper to run, such as insulation, more efficient heating and better controls. We also show residents how to keep their energy bills down.
What we measure
We track these figures and share them with our partners.
- How long tenancies last
- How many residents are still in their home after twelve months
- Attendance at weekly coaching
- Repairs completed on time
- Resident satisfaction
Have empty or underused homes?
We can talk through whether they could be brought back into use as settled housing.
