Five principles for delivering successful decarbonisation programmes
Delivering effective decarbonisation requires more than funding alone. Drawing on our experience of supporting members through funded retrofit delivery, these five principles explain how organisations can achieve stronger outcomes, reduce risk and maximise lon...
360 Homes Upgraded: Great Yarmouth Borough Council cuts carbon using Fusion21’s Decarbonisation Framework
Fusion21 was appointed as the preferred framework partner for a hugely impactful scheme between our ...
Fusion21 announces suppliers appointed to £1.5 billion Decarbonisation Framework
Following a competitive tender process, we're pleased to announce the suppliers successfully appoint...
Whole-House Retrofit: A Practical Approach to Public Sector Decarbonisation
As the UK moves towards its 2050 net zero housing targets, public sector organisations are under increasing pressure to deliver public sector retrofit programmes that are realistic, compliant and cost-effective. The government’s £15 billion Warm Homes Plan pro...
Early Engagement Is the Key to Effective Delivery—and Happier Residents
As local authorities move to identify and deliver Warm Homes: Local Grant‑funded retrofit programmes...
Veterans’ homes transformed using Fusion21’s Decarbonisation Framework
A housing organisation which provides affordable homes for veterans is giving hundreds of properties...
From funding to delivery: getting decarbonisation ready
Securing decarbonisation funding is a critical milestone, but successful outcomes depend on delivery readiness. Across the public sector, moving at pace while managing risk requires early planning, clear delivery models and long‑term thinking. This resource se...
Unlocking the potential of SHDF Wave 3: Why social housing providers must act now
As someone deeply associated with the social housing sector, I've seen firsthand the transformative ...
Paul Towers , Construction and Decarbonisation Framework Manager
Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund Wave 3 Housing providers urged to take action NOW as Wave 3 funding applications open
We’re calling on housing providers to take immediate action as the government opens applications for...
Paul Towers , Construction and Decarbonisation Framework Manager
Riverside transforms 1,000 homes with Fusion21’s Decarbonisation Framework
Social housing provider Riverside has embarked on an ambitious decarbonisation project aimed at enhancing the energy efficiency of approximately 1,000 homes across the North West and Cumbria.
Framework helps Sevenoaks District Council begin £1.2m decarbonisation scheme
Residents of homes in Kent are benefitting from a decarbonisation scheme aimed at providing better t...
Riverside transforms 1,000 homes with Fusion21’s Decarbonisation Framework
Social housing provider Riverside has embarked on an ambitious decarbonisation project aimed at enha...
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The Hyde Group brings host of energy improvements to 22 homes after using Fusion21’s Decarbonisation Framework
Hyde, a social housing provider in London and the South East, approached us for support with a £318,000 project to deliver energy-saving measures across 22 homes.
Hundreds of homes are receiving green makeovers after Gravesham Borough Council accessed Fusion21’s Decarbonisation Framework
Hundreds of homes are receiving green makeovers and are set to become more energy efficient after Gr...
£4m scheme procured through Fusion21 gives homes an energy efficiency boost
A £4m scheme procured through Fusion21 has seen 30 flats benefit from a host of green measures leadi...
£7.2m Energy Centre upgrade at MMU helped by Fusion21 Framework
Manchester Metropolitan University is making significant strides towards sustainability by decarbonising the Energy Centre at Birley Fields.
Green makeovers for 140 Merseyside homes procured through Fusion21
One hundred and forty homes across Merseyside are being given green makeovers to make them more ener...
Matrix Uses Fusion21 Decarbonisation Framework to Retrofit 900+ Homes
VIVID uses Fusion21’s Decarbonisation Framework to retrofit 397 homes
Social housing provider VIVID has accessed our Decarbonisation Framework to deliver a comprehensive retrofit programme to improve the energy efficiency of 397 homes in the South of England.
250 council homes in West Lancs benefit from energy improvements
A total of 250 homes across West Lancashire are undergoing improvements to increase the energy effic...
Lincoln Council Tackles Fuel Poverty through Fusion21’s Decarbonisation Framework
Having recognised the fuel poverty challenges being faced by residents, the City of Lincoln Council ...
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Decarb in Focus Forum Presentation
We recently hosted a dedicated webinar bringing together experts who have successfully bid for, won and delivered SHDF funded programmes.
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Decarb in Focus Forum Meeting Notes
Our recent forum focused on planning for the next wave of SHDF or LARS. We heard from experts sharing their experiences and insights to help you prepare for the next round of SHDF funding.
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SubscribeAn introduction to your funding applications
We have developed seven key steps with our expert partners who have successfully delivered Social Housing Decarbonisation Funding (SHDF) projects.
This aims to help you take vital steps now to ensure you make the most of this funding opportunity to transform homes in your communities.
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Objectives
Understand your targets, be clear about what you are setting out to achieve through the funding, and make sure you have a backup list.
Partnerships
Select your retrofit delivery partner early, think about partnerships and a turn-key approach – enlist experts to manage this process.
Engagement
Engage comprehensively with tenants.
Integration
Integrate funding with planned capital works programmes.
Data
Start data analysis as early as possible - don’t rely on historic, out-of-date, or inaccurate property data. Identify the gaps and weaknesses in your stock data.
Time Management
Use time wisely, cleanse your data, undertake sample EPCs, retrofit assessments, and technical surveys at the pre-submission stage.
Partners
Engage early with relevant bodies such as Planning, Building Control, Distribution Network Operators and understand what information you will need to provide e.g. asbestos surveys.