Issue

energy efficiency

13 stories · discussed at 8 council meetings · 12 councils

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

  1. Paragon Asra Housing plans to invest over £2.3 million in Richmond upon Thames for housing improvements. Source
  2. Hackney Council approved a £34.81 million contract for a new heat network in July 2026. Source
  3. Kingston upon Thames Council approved air source heat pumps for Surbiton Library in July 2026. Source
  4. Haringey Council approved a £3.6 million upgrade for four Muswell Hill hostels in March 2026. Source 1 Source 2
  5. Tower Hamlets Council approved a £609 million Housing Asset Management Strategy for 2026-2031 in March 2026. Source
About this summary

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.

Stories, page 2

  1. Haringey Council Allocates £3.6 Million for Hostel Refurbishments in Muswell Hill Haringey Council has approved a significant investment of £3.6 million towards the refurbishment of four hostels in Muswell Hill, a decision made by Councillor Sarah Williams,... Haringey 13 March 2026
  2. HRA Rents to Increase by CPI + 1% for 2026/27 Hammersmith and Fulham Council's Cabinet has approved a rent increase for Housing Revenue Account (HRA) properties of 4.8% for the 2026/27 financial year. This increase, which... Hammersmith and Fulham 14 February 2026
  3. Lewisham Council Approves 2026/27 Budget with Housing Investment and Tax Cap Lewisham Council has approved its budget for the upcoming financial year, which includes a significant capital investment programme and a commitment to a Council Tax cap of 5%.... Lewisham 13 February 2026
  4. Lewisham to invest £600m in new council homes over five years Lewisham Council has committed to investing £600 million in building new council homes over the next five years as part of its ambitious housing strategy, aiming to deliver... Lewisham 13 February 2026
  5. Waltham Forest Reviews Housing Asset Management Strategy, Focusing on Safety, Sustainability, and Regeneration Waltham Forest Council is undertaking a review of its Housing Asset Management Strategy, with discussions held at the Housing and Inclusive Economy Scrutiny Committee meeting on... Waltham Forest 1 December 2025