Decision details

The East Midlands Combined Counties (EMCC) Local Retrofit Strategy, developed through the Local Area Retrofit Accelerator (LARA) pilot, aims to reduce fuel poverty, improve housing quality, and support environmental sustainability.

Retrofit refers to the process of upgrading existing buildings to improve their energy efficiency, comfort, and performance. This typically includes measures such as insulation, improved ventilation, low-carbon heating, and renewable energy generation systems (solar panels).

Between February and July 2025, over 58 organisations including the Council, contributed to the design process of the strategy. This collaboration produced a shared vision, agreed principles, and a coordinated set of goals and actions to drive retrofit activity across the EMCC area.

RESOLVED that the EMCC Local Retrofit Strategy, be approved.

Reason

The Strategy outlines how the region can improve the energy efficiency of heating and cooling in homes, while also supporting health outcomes, economic growth, and the creation of skilled employment. It promotes a balanced approach to economic, social, and environmental priorities.