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Delivering the Benefits of EPCs Turning Advice into Action Neil Marshall Chief Executive 16th October 2007 Who we are and what we do • UK wide trade association • Cavity wall insulation, loft insulation, draught proofing + other innovative solutions • 120 members • manufacturers • installers – over 90% of total UK capacity • associates • Our aims • increase awareness of the benefits of insulation • maintain and raise industry standards • work with policy makers in shaping environmental policy • work in partnership with like minded organisations The Importance of Insulation 50%+ carbon dioxide emissions = space heating 40% of energy savings in household sector 75% of savings in CERT 9m empty cavities 13m homes with inadequate loft insulation Complete all insulation in next 10 years Gordon Brown – Green Alliance 12th March 2007 The Benefits of Insulation • 40%+ heat lost through the roof and walls • Insulation can reduce this by around 2/3rds • Cavity Wall Insulation • saves around £90 per year • payback – less than 3 years • Loft Insulation • saves around £110 per year • payback – less than 3 years The Challenges Educating the Public NIA/EST Research – Jan 2007 • heat lost????????? • cost of CWI £2.5k • 10/20 year payback • messy/disruptive and takes a day • ‘if it only costs £299 what is wrong with it?’ • existing loft insulation is adequate Customer Reassurance • Professionalism, quality of workmanship and customer service are key • Growing importance of NIA membership and CIGA guarantee Professionalism of the Industry Code of Professional Practice • All members adhere to the code • Developed in conjunction with our members • Promotes high standards to maintain Customer Satisfaction • Gives consumers Peace of Mind CIGA Guarantee • 25 year independent guarantee for cavity wall insulation • NIA members must be CIGA and BBA registered • CIGA technical standards and Best Practice Guidelines Turning Advice Into Action • Education and Training • www.nationalinsulationassociaiton.org.uk • Telephone advice • Information packs • Expert Advice/Access to Approved Installers • Joint Marketing • Local Partnerships We look forward to working with you to ensure EPCs are a success!