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Last week marked the first anniversary of The Retrofit Society! Founded by Tallarna,Healthy Homes Hub, and Sero, this action learning programme focuses on equipping social housing providers with the tools they need to drive large-scale home energy upgrades. From workshops on maximising the availability of off-balance sheet private finance and guaranteeing day-one resident savings to presentations on managing commercial & contractual risk and society networking drinks, take a look at some highlights from the past year! A special thanks to all our speakers for their expert insights! Together, we are accelerating retrofits that deliver meaningful impact for people and the planet.

The world is on track for 3.1°C of global warming, according to the UN Environment Programme. While the technical solutions exist, they will only count if large-scale action happens now - and happens in a financially and socially sustainable way. Find out more in the Financial Times below.

As the clean energy transition gathers pace, flexible technologies such as batteries will be key to maximising the environmental and financial value of renewables. Read this International Energy Agency (IEA) report on what the next phase in our journey to a safer, more sustainable energy system looks like.

For the first time in nearly 15 years, social housing landlords' cost of debt servicing exceeded their net earnings - largely driven by an increase in repair and maintenance spend. Such news highlights the need for new business models that deliver long-term, sustainable homes. Find out more on about the Regulator of Social Housing's latest research on the sector's financial resilience in this Inside Housing article.

Done right, decarbonising is the financially profitable choice for businesses globally. Read Boston Consulting Group (BCG)'s recent report which showcases how climate action increases revenue and lowers operating costs: https://lnkd.in/euhG9ecP

Insurance plays a critical role in driving decarbonisation, de-risking clean technology adoption and empowering decisive action. As the climate crisis escalates, BlackRock's latest research shows that nearly all insurers are actively investing in the energy transition. Discover more in the Financial Times.

A third of companies are being held back from decarbonising due to lack of access to capital. Read this report from the global climate disclosure firm CDP, on how alternative business models are needed - ones that adequately manage risk, are off-balance sheet, and empower long-term finance.

While private finance accounts for the majority of investment into the energy sector, governments continue to play an essential role in directing that capital. This International Energy Agency (IEA) report looks at how investment in the energy sector is changing and what's needed to triple renewable capacity by 2030. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/eV4B2RXn

As Tallarna graduates from the year-long Mayor of London sponsored Grow London Global programme, we've been reflecting on our achievements. From winning a contract with NYSERDA to stimulate retrofits in the LMI rental sector to deepening our Nordic partnerships and working with UK housing association Places for People, the past 12 months have highlighted the global need for Energy-as-a-Service models. These subscription-style offerings earn building owners and occupiers money from clean energy technologies on day one - making action profitable. Watch this video with our Head of Strategic Engagement, Michelle Taute, in discussion with Grow London's Bradley Reagan on how we’ve been commercialising our Energy-as-a-Service offering in new geographies and the pivotal role played by this London & Partners programme in our growth.

Delivering sustainable, affordable, and large-scale retrofits demands alternative business models and cross-sector partnerships. This Inside Housing article by Lovell Partnerships Ltd explores what this could look like.