To meet its legally binding target of reaching net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050, the UK must reduce emissions from homes to almost zero. Achieving this will require upgrading the energy efficiency of all 29 million homes through large‑scale retrofitting.

These upgrades will change indoor environments in significant ways. When done well, retrofits can make homes warmer in winter and help protect residents from harmful outdoor air pollution, creating important health benefits. However, if retrofits are poorly designed or installed, they can trap indoor pollutants and moisture, leading to damp and mould. These conditions can harm health and wellbeing, especially for people who are more vulnerable, such as older adults and those with conditions like asthma.

The INHABIT Hub has been created to address these complex challenges. Its purpose is to generate robust scientific evidence and develop policy‑relevant solutions that ensure the UK’s transition to net zero housing delivers the greatest possible health benefits.

INHABIT Impact Statement: “Everyone in the UK lives in healthy homes that are fit for the future.”

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