We're delighted to share that NPH has been selected as the winner of two awards so far this year.
In recognition of our project to successfully retrofit 429 pre-war solid wall homes in Northampton, we were announced as the ‘Most Innovative Retrofit/Refurbishment Scheme’ at the Housing Digital Innovation Awards 2024 and the ‘Best Net Zero Carbon Initiative’ at the NHMF Conference Awards 2024.
The project has transformed what were some of the least energy efficient homes by reducing space heating demand by up to 70%, significantly reducing the risk of fuel poverty in these households. These homes were often expensive to heat and energy inefficient – with an EPC rating of band D or below - due to the way they were built. Residents have reported that ‘since insulation, once the house is heated, it stays warmer longer’.
NPH resident, Aliye, lives in one of the first homes to be retrofitted during the Demo phase. She reported that: “Because of the new insulation and windows, our home is no longer drafty and once it’s warm, it stays warm.
"The works have transformed the outside of the house too – it looks really great and much more appealing. To anyone offered energy efficiency measures, I’d say go for it – we have had no regrets.”
With two award-wins in 2023 and two already this year - the Asset Management team can enjoy some well-deserved recognition. We're really proud of the whole team and delighted they are being celebrated in this way.
In this short video, you can listen to what our Asset Management colleagues have to say about the project.