Green Building Press

Scots are living in greener homes, according to a recent report by the Executive. With stricter environmental rules for new housing and the rising cost of fuel, the proportion of houses rated "good" under national green ratings has risen from 31 per cent in 2003-4 to 40 per cent in 2004-5. Improvements in energy efficiency such as insulation and the use of cleaner fuels like wood has resulted in a 12 per cent fall in total emissions. The Executive has also issued a report detailing green targets and policies for public agencies. And in line with this general greenwards trend, East Lothian Housing Association is digging deep to heat a new development using ground source heat pump technology.