Energy efficiency: More UK homes eyeing green upgrades as energy bills soar, survey indicates

Michael Holder
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However over three-quarters of homes are still not considering energy efficiency improvements despite surging living costs, ONS survey finds

Growing numbers of people in the UK are considering making green upgrades to their home, yet three-quarters are still reticent to invest in energy efficiency improvements even despite soaring energy bill...

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