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9.1

The committee considered a report of the Executive
Director Neighbourhood Services setting out a range of individual
work streams being led by the Housing Energy Efficiency Team
(HEET), across both council and private sector homes. These form
the Housing Decarbonisation Work Plan for 2025-26.

 

 

9.2

RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY:
That the Housing Policy Committee approves the
2025-26 housing decarbonisation work plan contained in this
report.

 

 

 

9.3

Reasons for Decision

9.3.1

Endorsement of the work plan will provide assurance
that the aims, objectives and activities associated with housing
decarbonisation are commensurate with the Committee
expectations

 

 

9.4

Alternatives Considered and Rejected

9.4.1

Alternative Option 1: Do nothing

 

This is not a viable option. The Council has
committed toward tackling the impacts of climate change and
becoming a net zero city. Decarbonising Sheffield’s housing
is a core element, with domestic housing representing 33% of the
city’s emissions. Furthermore, the energy efficiency
improvements to some of Sheffield’s low income and poorly
insulated homes is directly contributing toward tackling fuel
poverty.

 

 

9.4.2

Alternative Option 2: Partial Approach

 

It is important to be ambitious within the existing
resource and financial parameters. Swift, pragmatic action is
required to make progress against the city goals.