Johnson increases London energy efficiency investment

Boris Johnson, Mayor of London has announced additional investment of £12 million to expand the building retrofit project in London. It looks to make buildings more energy efficient and to reduce carbon emissions. It also has the focus of creating new employment opportunities for London whilst saving millions in energy savings.

Since 2008, the project has benefitted 400,000 homes and over 350 public buildings such as schools and hospitals. Low carbon technologies installed include:

1. LED lighting.

2. New boilers.

3. Insulation installations.

4. Heat and power networks.

5. Solar panels.

6. Boiler upgrades.

7. Double glazing.

The Mayor said:

“We need to do everything possible to make the most of our resources, reduce carbon emissions and create a more secure, cost-effective and sustainable heat and power supply across London. Retrofitting older homes and buildings has a pivotal part to play in this, while also helping to save us all money on fuel bills. With these innovative energy saving technologies, London is leading the way as a 21st Century world city.”