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Greg Barker says Green Deal will remove the upfront costs from low-energy home improvements
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As a keynote speaker at the British Property Federation’s residential conference, Barker will emphasise private and social landlords’ responsibility to drive demand and foster local economic development alongside local authorities and community organisations.
He will say: “Energy efficiency has been long ignored, but it is vital for tackling climate change, for protecting energy security and for boosting economic growth. The Green Deal will make home improvements affordable by removing the upfront cost; there will be plenty of choice in the market from well-known and trusted high street names alongside independent advice and good quality workmanship.”
“The Green Deal will be a fantastic opportunity for the consumer to transform their home, for local authorities to help the most vulnerable and for business and industry to capitalise on a market which could support up to 65,000 jobs by 2015.”
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