Your home in a changing climate

It is accepted that we are committed to at least 40 to 50 years of climate change, whatever we do now, and in the future, to reduce our CO2 emissions.

Households will be particularly affected by climate change. Summer heatwaves will make homes uncomfortable, while more frequent and severe flooding and reduced water availability may expose homes and their occupants to greater risks unless action is taken.

This groundbreaking study through the Three Regions Climate Change Group is a first step toward ensuring that our homes are comfortable and sustainable now and in the long term.

The study is aimed at policymakers, housing professionals and householders. We are mindful that leadership from all levels of Government and society will be required if retrofitting is to be acheived successfully on a large scale.