Government think tank calls for green building "MOTs"

James S Murray
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"You're insulation's shot, and you'll have to get some of them solar panels if you want to pass the MOT"

Under Foresight's proposal, buildings could be made to take an MOT that recognises green technology use Businesses could be made to undertake annual "green MOTs" for their buildings and offices, under...

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