Construction Products Association to contribute towards halving energy-use in buildings

In response to Prime Minister, Theresa May’s speech announcing a mission to halve the energy-use of new buildings by 2030, as part of the Industrial Strategy, Dr Diana Montgomery, Construction Products Association chief executive, said: “The importance of this announcement cannot be underestimated. Our sector employs over 333,000 people and advances will drive a more sustainable, higher skilled workforce. This is a significant opportunity for us and I am pleased construction products have been identified as a contributor towards the UK’s clean growth.

“The Industrial Strategy asked us to develop a long-term vision with government. We have stepped forward to demonstrate industry-led innovation, skills for the future, and how the UK can be at the forefront of global construction.

“Advances to halve the energy used by a new building would contribute towards the level of quality and innovation in construction, ultimately saving money for the consumer and giving them more control over how they save energy. Construction products shape the buildings we use and in delivering this mission from government we can have a positive impact on the built environment.”