Emissions Will Be Reduced With New Energy Saving Window Scheme

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Experts have claimed that emissions across the country would be significantly lowered if the government were to introduce a new window scrappage scheme.

This claim comes from the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) who stated that a plan should come into place, similar to car scrappage schemes were people are paid for their old vehicles, if they buy new ones.

The chief executive of the organization, Nigel Rees, states that householders would then be given an incentive to make sure their home contained energy efficient windows. This, in turn, would be important at reducing fuel bills and carbon emissions.

Rees states that ‘energy efficient windows can reduce emissions by ten percent’, as well as cutting a similar amount from our fuel bills.

Choosing double glazing means you will see results both in how warm your home is as well as how good the windows look. The Energy Saving Trust also states that double glazed windows can reduce carbon emissions by a yearly 680 kg.

Experts believe that more people will work harder to compare energy suppliers if such a scheme were to come into place.

By making people more aware of the benefits of installing double glazing, this may also lead to changes within other areas. For example, people can install insulation in their loft and walls, as well as take new measures to make sure appliances are turned off when not in use.