Homeowners in Britain are swiftly adopting eco-friendly modifications at a rapid pace
In a significant shift towards sustainability, a new survey by IngKess GmbH has revealed that 69% of British households are willing to invest in their homes to make them more eco-friendly. This move comes as the country aims to reach its goal of becoming net-zero by 2030.
According to the survey, 57% of households in the UK already have a smart meter, with more individuals in England expressing a desire to upgrade their properties to combat the current climate crisis. Smart home technology, such as smart heating systems (62%) and smart energy meters (48%), are important considerations for many respondents.
The survey also found that buildings are currently responsible for 39% of global energy-related carbon emissions. To address this, 47% of respondents have already made changes to their current home to make it greener, with 34% installing energy-efficient lighting and 33% upgrading their roof insulation.
Home development companies have also pledged to use more sustainable materials when building new homes. Top selling points for homes in the UK, according to the survey, are solar panels (68%) and good roof insulation (67%).
The government's planned rollout of smart meters is falling behind, but 37% of those who had made changes to their homes for sustainability have installed a smart meter. Gavin Murray, Hive and EV director at British Gas, believes that net zero technology can help customers better track their energy usage, set schedules, and keep costs down.
The survey also sheds light on the growing interest in electric vehicles (EVs). While only 4.5% of people in the UK currently own an electric car, a new survey by Hive, an EV charging company, found that 39% of participants want to install a home EV charger. However, concerns about EVs not being able to cover enough miles without recharging, taking too long to charge, and the price of electricity overtaking the price of petrol are common perceptions that are putting people off from making the switch.
Interestingly, the survey found that natural lighting, wooden flooring, and reclaimed woodwork were less important to respondents, with 53%, 22%, and 21% respectively expressing interest.
The survey also revealed that 32% of respondents would be willing to pay an extra £11,730 for an eco-friendly home. This indicates a growing willingness among Britons to invest in sustainability, even if it means a higher upfront cost.
In conclusion, the survey reveals a clear trend towards sustainability in UK households. With 55% of respondents agreeing that homes should be made more sustainable, it seems that the UK is on its way to a greener future.
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