APPOINTMENTS & NEWS; BUILDING FABRIC 37 Biggest household energy use, warns WWHR sector
As the Future Homes Standard (FHS) approaches implementation, the WWHR sector, led by Showersave and Recoup, warns that SAP 10.3 may reduce the compliance value of Waste Water Heat Recovery Systems (WWHRS), despite domestic hot water being a major
energy demand. Since 2024, over 160,000 homes have been fi tted with Showersave and Recoup WWHRS products. While WWHRS remain in the FHS notional dwelling, SAP 10.3 examples suggest compliance can be achieved without them. The sector argues this misaligns with policy intent, undervalues proven demand-reduction measures, and limits housebuilder fl exibility while increasing reliance on heat pumps and solar PV.
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www.recoup.co.uk Bell wins Retrofi t Academy Contractor award
Property services specialist Bell has won Retrofi t Principal Contractor of the Year at the Retrofi t Academy Awards for the second year in a row, with the judges praising the company’s ability to successfully deliver the large, complex retrofi t programmes essential to the UK’s drive for net zero.
Bell’s award submission highlighted its strategic approach to delivering whole-house retrofi t projects; innovative use of data, technology and management systems; dedicated resident liaison, tailored support and community engagement; a commitment to sustainable best practice; and consistently high levels of quality. It also detailed the company’s dedication to training and the investment it has made in this area.
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www.bellgroup.co.uk More award success for Meadfl eet!
Meadfl eet is proud to announce that it has been shortlisted as a fi nalist in the 2026 Unlock Net Zero Awards. Its entry, Biodiversity-Led Open Space Management, has been recognised in the Biodiversity and Nature category, refl ecting the company’s commitment to creating and managing open
spaces that deliver lasting benefi ts for both wildlife and local communities. Through initiatives including habitat creation, pollinator-friendly planting, community engagement and biodiversity enhancement, Meadfl eet continues to champion sustainable open space management across residential developments throughout England and Wales.
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eet.co.uk www.meadfl
eet.co.uk Keylite Roof Windows strengthens commitment
Keylite Roof Windows (Keylite) has reinforced its position as a trusted partner to housebuilders by supporting the Keystone Innovation Day in partnership with the Future Homes Hub. Bringing together experts from across the industry, the event explored how product innovation must evolve to
meet the requirements of the newly updated Future Homes Standard (FHS) and support housebuilders with compliance. Guests enjoyed factory tours of Keystone’s purpose-built roofi ng facilities and a live demonstration from Keylite’s Head of Technical, Colin Wells, and Sales Director, James Malkin. The session showcased the award-winning ModuLite system and its role in simplifying roof construction while improving thermal performance.
01283 200 158
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