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Delivering the Benefits of EPCs Turning Advice into Action Neil Marshall Chief Executive

Discover how NIA transforms advice into action through superior insulation solutions. Learn about the benefits of insulation, industry standards, and partnerships for a greener future.

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Delivering the Benefits of EPCs Turning Advice into Action Neil Marshall Chief Executive

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  1. Delivering the Benefits of EPCs Turning Advice into Action Neil Marshall Chief Executive 16th October 2007

  2. 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

  3. The Importance of Insulation 50%+ carbon dioxide emissions = space heating 40% of energy savings in household sector 75% of savings in CERT 9mempty cavities 13mhomes with inadequate loft insulation Complete all insulation in next 10 years Gordon Brown – Green Alliance 12th March 2007

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. Professionalism of the Industry

  7. 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

  8. 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

  9. 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

  10. We look forward to working with you to ensure EPCs are a success!

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