energy efficiency
Lewisham Council is prioritising heat decarbonisation, while Richmond upon Thames is seeing increased investment in housing improvements.
Lewisham Council's Sustainable Development Select Committee recommended in September 2026 that heat decarbonisation be a strategic priority for the refreshed Climate Strategy, coordinating action across housing, schools, and the corporate estate. Also in September 2026, Paragon Asra Housing announced plans to double its investment in Richmond upon Thames, allocating over £2.3 million for improvements to 359 homes and blocks.
Hackney Council's Cabinet Procurement and Insourcing Committee approved a £34.81 million contract in July 2026 for a new heat network in Colville and Britannia, aiming to reduce carbon emissions. Kingston upon Thames Council's Planning Committee approved the installation of air source heat pumps at Surbiton Library in July 2026. Earlier in March 2026, Haringey Council approved a £3.6 million upgrade for four Muswell Hill hostels, including decarbonisation measures like air source heat pumps.
Councils are focusing on energy efficiency, which involves reducing the energy needed to provide services or maintain functionality, often through improvements to buildings. This topic is regularly discussed at council meetings as part of broader housing, climate, and asset management strategies.
Key facts
- Paragon Asra Housing plans to invest over £2.3 million in Richmond upon Thames for housing improvements. Source
- Hackney Council approved a £34.81 million contract for a new heat network in July 2026. Source
- Kingston upon Thames Council approved air source heat pumps for Surbiton Library in July 2026. Source
- Haringey Council approved a £3.6 million upgrade for four Muswell Hill hostels in March 2026. Source 1 Source 2
- Tower Hamlets Council approved a £609 million Housing Asset Management Strategy for 2026-2031 in March 2026. Source
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This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.