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Scottish Government publishes annual progress report on the Heat in Buildings Strategy

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Published on: 27 October 2023

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LNB News 27/10/2023

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Issue Date: 27 October 2023

Published Date: 27 October 2023

Jurisdiction(s): Scotland and Scotland

Article summary

The Scottish Government has published its annual update on progress against the Heat in Buildings Strategy. The aim is to reduce emissions from buildings. Highlights of the report include launching the new Home Energy Scotland Grant and Loan scheme, the next Warmer Homes Scotland scheme, and the Green Innovation Support Programme. Progress has also been made with the New Build Heat Standard. The priority over the coming year is the Heat in Buildings Bill.

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