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Call for a green budget

16 April 2009

Financial incentives and a government accreditation scheme a must

Ahead of next week's budget, Kevin Brennan, Head of Sustainability, VELUX Company Ltd calls for the introduction of meaningful financial incentives and a Government accreditation scheme to assist homeowners installing eco technologies:

"The green agenda must not suffer as a result of the current economic crisis. The Chancellor has a responsibility to incorporate significant green initiatives into this budget and I expect to see a number of proactive measures announced next week.

"It is essential that the renewables sector is at the heart of any future plans. Improving the energy efficiency of the UK's existing housing stock is key to significantly reducing the UK's carbon emissions and will also help to reduce consumers' fuel bills too – never more important than at a time when consumer finances are stretched.

"We need to see financial support for schemes to make existing homes more energy efficient if we are to make any significant headway towards meeting the UK's commitment to cut green house gas emissions by 80% by 2050. I would like to see the launch of a range of meaningful financial incentives and a Government accreditation scheme to assist homeowners when installing measures such as solar thermal into their homes. Not only will investment in this sector help to reduce the UK's carbon emissions but it will help to create jobs and ensure the continued survival of those essential organisations investing in the manufacturing and continued advancement of renewable technologies."



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