National Scrappage Scheme

The Glass & Glazing Federation has petitioned the Government to introduce a scrappage scheme. The petition has been set up through the ePetition Scheme on the official website of the Prime Minister’s Office.

“Energy efficient windows have a huge role to play in improving the thermal performance of the existing housing stock, argues Mr Rees – GGF Chief Executive. “They can reduce emissions by 10% from dwellings nationally and reduce national domestic energy expenditure by 10%.”

If the scrappage scheme is adopted then householders will be encouraged to scrap their old and often poorly insulated windows in return for a £1,000 grant towards the installation of new, professionally installed, energy efficient ones.

The benefits to consumers will be the saving of £1,000. They will also enjoy a facelift to their homes, along with lower fuel bills and more energy efficient homes. The Government would also benefit with the reduction of emissions from the existing housing stock.

The Directors of Vantage Windows & Conservatories have today signed the petition – petitions.number10.gov.uk/windowscrappage.

Source: Glass & Glazing October 2009