London set to save 50,000 tonnes of carbon

Low Carbon Accelerator programmes in London have helped save an estimated 157GWh since 2016.

The schemes are set to save more than 50,000 tonnes of carbon in 2024 - the equivalent of nearly 85,000 flights from London to New York.

The city has a goal to be net zero by 2030 and Low Carbon Accelerator programmes are supporting schools, councils and the NHS to address both the climate and cost of living emergencies by making their buildings more energy efficient.

Local Energy Accelerator funding has been used to support organisations develop and deliver low carbon energy projects such as local heat networks and has helped the NHS install solar panels at University College London hospital.

The Retrofit Accelerator for Homes provides London boroughs with the technical knowledge they need to retrofit quickly and more efficiently.

The Mayor of London Sadiq Khan said: “I’m proud of the huge impact these programmes have had in reducing the carbon emissions from London’s homes, schools and organisations. This shows how much of an impact we can make if we work closely together to reach net zero by 2030.

“However, we need consistent funding, better forward planning and for the Government to provide investors and the wider retrofit market with a long term commitment to making our homes warmer and cheaper to run.

“If we had more control over spending in this area, it would also ensure funds are spent where they are needed the most and be the most cost-effective use of public money. This will ensure we doing everything we can to build a better London for everyone – a safer, fairer, greener and more prosperous city for all Londoners.”