Resource Central

This is a place to find useful resources for anyone curious about retrofit and what we’re learning along the way.

Resources from our own retrofit journey, including tools, templates and guides for householders and professionals.

• Supply Chain Engagement Toolkit for Credit Unions - Green Home Finance Accelerator (2025)
  A practical toolkit developed to support Credit Unions in engaging more effectively with their supply chains. It includes guidance, templates and best practices tailored to sustainability, due diligence, and responsible sourcing.
  📄 PDF
  
  
• Exploring Consumer Needs for Retrofit Lending - Green Home Finance Accelerator (2023)
  This report presents findings from research into consumer behaviours, motivations and barriers around financing home retrofit projects. It provides insights to help shape lending models that are better aligned with household needs and retrofit goals.
  📄 PDF
  
  
• People Powered Retrofit: Business Plan (2021)
  A detailed overview of our strategic goals, financial projections and growth plans. This document outlines our market approach, operational structure and how we intend to deliver value to partners, customers and other stakeholders.
  📄 PDF
  
  
• Research and Development - Project Report (2019)
  An in-depth report highlighting our explorations, discoveries and progress.
  📄 PDF

Helpful materials shared by our collaborators, offering a range of perspectives and expertise.

Resources co-developed with People Powered Retrofit:

• One‑Stop Shops for Citizen‑Led Renovation - Energy Community Platform / Citizen‑Led Renovation (OSR-Coop Project 2025)
  An interactive online e‑learning course designed to equip communities, energy agencies and one‑stop shops with the tools and strategies needed to deliver citizen‑led renovation projects. Drawing on practical frameworks, pilot examples, and expert guidance, the course covers the establishment and operation of one‑stop shop services - including administrative, technical, financial and communication support for citizen‑driven retrofit initiatives.
  💻 Online course / learning module
  
  
• The Role of Non-Profit Organisations in Retrofit Services in England - Centre for Sustainable Energy (2025)
  A comprehensive study exploring how non-profit organisations contribute to the delivery of retrofit services across England. The report examines their impact, challenges faced, and opportunities for scaling community-led retrofit efforts.
  📄 PDF
  
  
• Saltaire Retrofit Handbook - Above Ground (2024)
  The Handbook, designed for Saltaire residents, offers practical guidance on retrofitting and decarbonising homes. It highlights best practices for simple measures that suit Saltaire’s conservation area, shares insights from resident engagement and research, and includes notes for potential funders.
  📄 PDF
  
  
• Building Regulations and Retrofit animations - Zero Carbon Harrogate (2023)
  These short animated videos cover key updates to Part L, F, and O of the Building Regulations (UK) and highlight the impact of these updates on domestic renovations and retrofit work.
  🎥 Video

Additional recommended resources:

• Winter is Here: Videos Show How to Make Listed Buildings Warmer - Bath and West Community Energy (2024)
  A short blog series featuring practical video guides on how to improve the warmth and energy efficiency of listed buildings without compromising heritage. Perfect for homeowners, retrofit professionals, and conservation officers.
  🎥 Video
  
  
• Community Retrofit Guide - Centre for Sustainable Energy (2023)
  A practical guide created to help community groups play a meaningful role in domestic retrofit. It outlines opportunities for engagement, delivery models, risks and responsibilities and includes guidance on funding, legal structures, training and working with installers.
  📄 PDF
  
  
• Reports and Publications - Carbon Co-op (ongoing)
  A comprehensive library of Carbon Co-op’s reports, toolkits, case studies, and strategic documents related to community-led retrofit, energy justice, and whole-house energy efficiency. The page includes resources on inclusive retrofit methodologies, area-based delivery models, technical presentations, and practical guides developed over more than a decade. Ideal for policymakers, practitioners, researchers and community groups working in retrofit and climate action.
  🌐 Webpage