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Retrofit industry news, PAS2035 guidance and practical insights for coordinators, housing associations and installers. Updated regularly.

Technology
The Future of Retrofit Technology: What's Coming in 2026 and Beyond

Retrofit technology is evolving rapidly. We explore emerging trends, regulatory changes, and tools that will shape the sector through 2026 and beyond.

15 April 2026Read →
Industry
Carbon Reduction in Social Housing: The Numbers That Matter

Understanding the carbon metrics behind social housing retrofits is essential for compliance and demonstrating impact. Here's what retrofit professionals need to know.

15 April 2026Read →
Technical
Off-Gas-Grid Properties: Retrofit Challenges and Solutions

Off-gas-grid properties present unique retrofit challenges requiring specialist planning, fuel source assessment and coordinated delivery. Understanding these complexities is essential for retrofit professionals.

15 April 2026Read →
Industry
Procurement Frameworks for Retrofit: Which to Use and When

Retrofit professionals must navigate multiple procurement frameworks to secure materials and services efficiently. Understanding the key options—from dynamic purchasing systems to framework agreements—ensures compliant, cost-effective project delivery.

15 April 2026Read →
PAS2035
What is PAS2035 and why does it matter for housing associations?

A plain-English guide to PAS2035:2023, the roles it defines and what compliance means in practice for your retrofit programme.

February 2026Read →
Compliance
PAS2035 vs PAS2030 — the difference explained

One covers the whole coordination process, one covers installation. Why both matter and when each standard applies to your project.

February 2026Read →
PAS2035
TrustMark lodgement — a practical guide for retrofit coordinators

What needs to be in place before TrustMark lodgement, the most common reasons lodgements fail and how to avoid them.

January 2026Read →
PAS2035
What should an IOE report actually contain?

A practical breakdown of the Improvement Option Evaluation — what PAS2035 requires, common omissions and how automation reduces errors.

January 2026Read →
Funding
Warm Homes Social Housing Fund — eligibility and how to apply

Everything housing associations and registered social landlords need to know about the Warm Homes Social Housing Fund.

December 2025Read →
Compliance
Ventilation in PAS2035 — why it's the most commonly missed element

Ventilation assessment is a mandatory part of the PAS2035 process yet remains the most common source of non-conformities at lodgement.

November 2025Read →
Funding
Warm Homes Plan 2026: What Social Housing Providers Need to Know

The UK government's Warm Homes Plan represents the largest public investment in home upgrades in British history. Here's what it means for social housing delivery.

March 2026Read →
Legislation
Awaab's Law: What Social Landlords Need to Know and How to Prepare

Awaab's Law came into force in October 2025, setting strict legal timeframes for social landlords to address damp and mould. We explain what compliance looks like in practice.

February 2026Read →
Technology
RdSAP 10: Key Changes and What They Mean for Retrofit Assessors

RdSAP 10 came into effect in June 2025, introducing significant changes to how domestic energy assessments are conducted. We break down the key updates.

January 2026Read →
Industry
The UK Retrofit Sector in 2026: Scale, Skills and the Road Ahead

With the Warm Homes Plan now in motion and ECO4 having wound down, the UK retrofit sector is at a turning point. We look at where the industry stands and what needs to happen next.

January 2026Read →
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