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	Retrofit is also used with reference to post-completion fire safety measures, especially following the Grenfell Tower tragedy (which was associated with a retrofit cladding scheme). Retrofit is generally used in relation to the installation of any new building systems, which might include heating, cooling, MVHRor fire systems, but also the fabric of a building, such as cavity insulation, loft insulation, thermal render, thermal plaster, rainscreen systems, insulated cladding (in the case of Grenfell), double glazing, seals, etc.		Retrofit is also used with reference to post-completion fire safety measures, especially following the Grenfell Tower tragedy (which was associated with a retrofit cladding scheme). Retrofit is generally used in relation to the installation of any new building systems, which might include heating, cooling, MVHRor fire systems, but also the fabric of a building, such as cavity insulation, loft insulation, thermal render, thermal plaster, rainscreen systems, insulated cladding (in the case of Grenfell), double glazing, seals, etc.

−	Retrofitting in general may be defined as “providing something with a component or feature not fitted during manufacture or adding something that it did not have when first constructed” ([https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/65743/1/critical_challenges_briefing-~~March_2014~~.pdf Ref. Retrofit 2050: Critical challenges for urban transitions]); definitions of related terms can be found in the various documents and brief descriptions below.	+	Retrofitting in general may be defined as “providing something with a component or feature not fitted during manufacture or adding something that it did not have when first constructed” ([https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/65743/1/critical_challenges_briefing-March%202014.pdf Ref. Retrofit 2050: Critical challenges for urban transitions]); definitions of related terms can be found in the various documents and brief descriptions below.

	= Retrofit related schemes =		= Retrofit related schemes =

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	A retrofit designer is described by RICS in their ' 'Residential retrofit standard: RICS Professional Standard UK', published in March 2024 as 'The appropriately qualified and competent professional with responsibility for design and specification of a retrofit project, e.g. an architect, chartered building surveyor or similar.'		A retrofit designer is described by RICS in their ' 'Residential retrofit standard: RICS Professional Standard UK', published in March 2024 as 'The appropriately qualified and competent professional with responsibility for design and specification of a retrofit project, e.g. an architect, chartered building surveyor or similar.'

−	Retrofit design in PAS 2035:2023 'Retrofitting dwellings for improved energy efficiency – Specification and guidance' is described as a 'package of information prepared by a Retrofit Designer that determines the unique combination of EEM systems, products, and materials to be installed in a building, as well as their interrelationships, in order to achieve specified energy efficiency and other outcomes for that building'	+	Retrofit design in [https://cms.trustmark.org.uk/media/piamaow1/pas2035_2023-design-best-practice-guidance-final.pdf PAS 2035:2023 'Retrofitting dwellings for improved energy efficiency – Specification and guidance]' is described as a 'package of information prepared by a Retrofit Designer that determines the unique combination of EEM systems, products, and materials to be installed in a building, as well as their interrelationships, in order to achieve specified energy efficiency and other outcomes for that building'

	Retrofit designers are most likely to; lead a design, co-ordinate information from various packages and ensure theses are well integrated and assume responsibility for the overall design, and in particular any measures that are not covered by specialist design packages.		Retrofit designers are most likely to; lead a design, co-ordinate information from various packages and ensure theses are well integrated and assume responsibility for the overall design, and in particular any measures that are not covered by specialist design packages.
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	== Retrofit evaluator ==		== Retrofit evaluator ==

−	A retrofit evaluator in PAS 2035:2023 'Retrofitting dwellings for improved energy efficiency – Specification and guidance' is described as a 'person qualified to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of a retrofit project and provide feedback to the client and/or the project team'. In [https://pages.bsigroup.com/PAS2035:2023 Annex A.4 of PAS 2035:2023] a detailed breakdown of the qualifications and competencies required for a retrofit evaluator are given.	+	A retrofit evaluator in [https://cms.trustmark.org.uk/media/piamaow1/pas2035_2023-design-best-practice-guidance-final.pdf PAS 2035:2023 'Retrofitting dwellings for improved energy efficiency – Specification and guidance]' is described as a 'person qualified to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of a retrofit project and provide feedback to the client and/or the project team'. In [https://pages.bsigroup.com/PAS2035:2023 Annex A.4 of PAS 2035:2023] a detailed breakdown of the qualifications and competencies required for a retrofit evaluator are given.

	== Retrofit installer ==		== Retrofit installer ==
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	== [https://nationalretrofithub.org.uk UK National Retrofit Hub] ==		== [https://nationalretrofithub.org.uk UK National Retrofit Hub] ==

−	The National Retrofit Hub is a non-profit organisation that brings together those involved in the retrofit sector to share their expertise and work together to enable a National Retrofit Strategy to be delivered. Retrofitting homes is vital for the UK to achieve its energy, fuel poverty and climate change goals.	+	The [https://nationalretrofithub.org.uk National Retrofit Hub] is a non-profit organisation that brings together those involved in the retrofit sector to share their expertise and work together to enable a National Retrofit Strategy to be delivered. Retrofitting homes is vital for the UK to achieve its energy, fuel poverty and climate change goals.

	== [https://retrofitacademy.org The Retrofit Academy CIC] ==		== [https://retrofitacademy.org The Retrofit Academy CIC] ==

−	Is a not-for-profit Community Interest Company (CIC) focused on developing the skilled workforce needed for high-quality, large-scale domestic retrofit projects, aiming to make every home warm, healthy, and low-carbon.	+	The [https://retrofitacademy.org Retrofit Academy] Is a not-for-profit Community Interest Company (CIC) focused on developing the skilled workforce needed for high-quality, large-scale domestic retrofit projects, aiming to make every home warm, healthy, and low-carbon.

	== [https://www.be-st.build/news/scotland-s-national-retrofit-centre-and-uk-national-retrofit-hub-deepen-partnership-through-new-appointments/ BE-ST - The Scottish Built Environment Hub] ==		== [https://www.be-st.build/news/scotland-s-national-retrofit-centre-and-uk-national-retrofit-hub-deepen-partnership-through-new-appointments/ BE-ST - The Scottish Built Environment Hub] ==

−	~~An international~~ centre ~~of excellence supported by Scottish Government, Scottish Funding Council~~ and ~~Scotland’s Enterprise Agencies, bringing together key stakeholder groups; industry, academia, government & public sector, and Scotland’s citizens to accelerate the transition to zero carbon.~~	+	[https://www.be-st.build/news/scotland-s-national-retrofit-centre-and-uk-national-retrofit-hub-deepen-partnership-through-new-appointments/ BE-ST]

	== [https://www.optimised-retrofit.wales Optimised Retrofit Wales] ==		== [https://www.optimised-retrofit.wales Optimised Retrofit Wales] ==

−	~~The~~ collaboration of 68 partners, including 26 social housing providers, has been awarded more than £13m in funding by Welsh Government through the Optimised Retrofit Programme that was introduced this year as part of the Innovative Housing Programme. This link provide further details.	+	[https://www.optimised-retrofit.wales Optimised Retrofit] [https://www.optimised-retrofit.wales Wales] is the collaboration of 68 partners, including 26 social housing providers, has been awarded more than £13m in funding by Welsh Government through the Optimised Retrofit Programme that was introduced this year as part of the Innovative Housing Programme. This link provide further details.

	== [https://www.nihe.gov.uk/working-with-us/research/energy-efficiency-and-sustainability Northern Ireland Housing Executive] ==		== [https://www.nihe.gov.uk/working-with-us/research/energy-efficiency-and-sustainability Northern Ireland Housing Executive] ==

−	In its role as the Home Energy Conservation Authority (HECA) for Northern Ireland, the Housing Executive seeks to support improvements in home energy efficiency across the entire housing stock in the region.	+	[https://www.nihe.gov.uk/working-with-us/research/energy-efficiency-and-sustainability Northern Ireland Housing Executive] in its role as the Home Energy Conservation Authority (HECA) for Northern Ireland, the Housing Executive seeks to support improvements in home energy efficiency across the entire housing stock in the region.
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	In its role as the Home Energy Conservation Authority (HECA) for Northern Ireland, the Housing Executive seeks to support improvements in home energy efficiency across the entire housing stock in the region.		In its role as the Home Energy Conservation Authority (HECA) for Northern Ireland, the Housing Executive seeks to support improvements in home energy efficiency across the entire housing stock in the region.
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	[https://www.be-st.build/news/scotland-s-national-retrofit-centre-and-uk-national-retrofit-hub-deepen-partnership-through-new-appointments/ https://www.be-st.build/news/scotland-s-national-retrofit-centre-and-uk-national-retrofit-hub-deepen-partnership-through-new-appointments/]		[https://www.be-st.build/news/scotland-s-national-retrofit-centre-and-uk-national-retrofit-hub-deepen-partnership-through-new-appointments/ https://www.be-st.build/news/scotland-s-national-retrofit-centre-and-uk-national-retrofit-hub-deepen-partnership-through-new-appointments/]

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	* Renovation v refurbishment v retrofit.		* Renovation v refurbishment v retrofit.
	* Retrofit.		* Retrofit.
−	* Types of ~~works~~ to existing buildings.	+	* Types of work to existing buildings.

−	External links	+	= External links =

−	* [https://nationalretrofithub.org.uk/ https://nationalretrofithub.org.uk/]	+	[https://nationalretrofithub.org.uk/ https://nationalretrofithub.org.uk/]

	[https://retrofitacademy.org/ https://retrofitacademy.org/]		[https://retrofitacademy.org/ https://retrofitacademy.org/]

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	== Retrofit advisor ==		== Retrofit advisor ==

−	Retrofit Advisors may be the first point of contact for residents who are looking at a retrofit project, they may give support, advice and carry administrative tasks, ~~possibliy~~ communicating with the assessors, coordinators, designers, installers and the client.	+	Retrofit Advisors may be the first point of contact for residents who are looking at a retrofit project, they may give support, advice and carry administrative tasks, possibly communicating with the assessors, coordinators, designers, installers and the client.

	== Retrofit assessor ==		== Retrofit assessor ==

−	The retrofit assessor has a key role in such projects, and is described by PAS 2035 simply as "person qualified to carry out a retrofit assessment". Under [https://www.bsigroup.com/en-GB/insights-and-media/insights/brochures/pas-2030-installation-of-energy-efficiency-measures-in-existing-dwellings/ PAS 2030:2023] (BSi) the role is more ~~clealy~~ defined in annex A.1 alongside the required qualifications ~~thus~~ and ~~gives some indication of the requirements for evidenced qualificationas and a~~ level of competence. Trustmark runs a Retrofit Assessor Scheme working group to bring ~~consistemce~~ in the expected competency of such assessors, which are also outlined in the [https://cms.trustmark.org.uk/media/31zo5pnq/retrofit-assessor-scheme-requirements-v104-live.pdf PEPA Retrofit Assessor Scheme Requirements (2025 Edition)]	+	The retrofit assessor has a key role in such projects, and is described by PAS 2035 simply as "person qualified to carry out a retrofit assessment". Under [https://www.bsigroup.com/en-GB/insights-and-media/insights/brochures/pas-2030-installation-of-energy-efficiency-measures-in-existing-dwellings/ PAS 2030:2023] (BSi) the role is more clearly defined in annex A.1 alongside the required qualifications and level of competence. Trustmark runs a Retrofit Assessor Scheme working group to bring consistence in the expected competency of such assessors, which are also outlined in the [https://cms.trustmark.org.uk/media/31zo5pnq/retrofit-assessor-scheme-requirements-v104-live.pdf PEPA Retrofit Assessor Scheme Requirements (2025 Edition)]

	The RICS standard describes a retrofit assessor as 'The appropriately qualified and competent professional with responsibility for carrying out the survey inspection, design and/or other technical assessment of the property chosen for retrofit, e.g. an associate, member or fellow of RICS.'		The RICS standard describes a retrofit assessor as 'The appropriately qualified and competent professional with responsibility for carrying out the survey inspection, design and/or other technical assessment of the property chosen for retrofit, e.g. an associate, member or fellow of RICS.'
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	== Retrofit coordinator ==		== Retrofit coordinator ==

−	The RICS standard describes a retrofit coordinator as an 'appropriately qualified and competent professional with responsibility for end-to-end coordination of a residential retrofit project, e.g. the lead professional, project manager or similar.' The PAS2035 standard describes the same as a professional able to carry out works for an assessment: 'survey, inspection and assessment of a building to collate information for a retrofit design' Under [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DIn_Annex_A.4_of_PAS_2035:2023_a_detailed_breakdown_of_the_qualifications_and_competencies_required_for_a_retrofit_evaluator_are_given.%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|PAS 2030:2023]] (BSi) the role is more clealy defined in annex A.2 alongside the required qualifications.	+	The RICS standard describes a retrofit coordinator as an 'appropriately qualified and competent professional with responsibility for end-to-end coordination of a residential retrofit project, e.g. the lead professional, project manager or similar.'

	A retrofit coordinator might:		A retrofit coordinator might:
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	Retrofit design in PAS 2035:2023 'Retrofitting dwellings for improved energy efficiency – Specification and guidance' is described as a 'package of information prepared by a Retrofit Designer that determines the unique combination of EEM systems, products, and materials to be installed in a building, as well as their interrelationships, in order to achieve specified energy efficiency and other outcomes for that building'		Retrofit design in PAS 2035:2023 'Retrofitting dwellings for improved energy efficiency – Specification and guidance' is described as a 'package of information prepared by a Retrofit Designer that determines the unique combination of EEM systems, products, and materials to be installed in a building, as well as their interrelationships, in order to achieve specified energy efficiency and other outcomes for that building'

−	Retrofit designers are most likely to; lead a design, co-ordinate information from various packages and ensure theses are well integrated and assume responsibility for the overall design, and in particular any measures that are not covered by specialist design packages. The role is more clealy defined in annex A.2 of [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DIn_Annex_A.4_of_PAS_2035:2023_a_detailed_breakdown_of_the_qualifications_and_competencies_required_for_a_retrofit_evaluator_are_given.%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|PAS 2030:2023]] (BSi) alongside the required qualifications.	+	Retrofit designers are most likely to; lead a design, co-ordinate information from various packages and ensure theses are well integrated and assume responsibility for the overall design, and in particular any measures that are not covered by specialist design packages.

	== Retrofit evaluator ==		== Retrofit evaluator ==
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	A retrofit installer is a 'person or organisation responsible for undertaking and supervising the physical placement of an Energy Efficiency Measure (EEM) in an existing building, together with any other associated repairs and other works, usually a building contractor.' As described in the [https://www.rics.org/content/dam/ricsglobal/documents/standards/residential-retrofit-standard_march-2024-1.pdf RICS 'Residential retrofit standard: RICS Professional Standard UK], 1st edition in March 2024, effective from 31 October 2024.		A retrofit installer is a 'person or organisation responsible for undertaking and supervising the physical placement of an Energy Efficiency Measure (EEM) in an existing building, together with any other associated repairs and other works, usually a building contractor.' As described in the [https://www.rics.org/content/dam/ricsglobal/documents/standards/residential-retrofit-standard_march-2024-1.pdf RICS 'Residential retrofit standard: RICS Professional Standard UK], 1st edition in March 2024, effective from 31 October 2024.

−	PAS 2030 describes this role as a 'person or organisation undertaking the physical placement of one or more EEM(s) in an existing building' It notes that a retrofit installer is usually experienced in the installation of one or more EEMs and can be registered with the relevant certification body for each of those EEMs.	+	PAS 2030 describes this role as a 'person or organisation undertaking the physical placement of one or more EEM(s) in an existing building'. It notes that a retrofit installer is usually experienced in the installation of one or more EEMs and can be registered with the relevant certification body for each of those EEMs.

	== Retrofit lead professional ==		== Retrofit lead professional ==
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	When considering the roles described above it is important to consider the implications of these under the Building Safety Act, which requires a named Principal Designer and a named Principal Contractor.		When considering the roles described above it is important to consider the implications of these under the Building Safety Act, which requires a named Principal Designer and a named Principal Contractor.

−	The HSE document '[https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/building-safety-competence-information-pc-pd/supporting_documents/Building_safety_competence_information_for_principal_contractors_and_principal_designers.pdf Building safety competence information for principal contractors and principal designers: Competency standard PAS 8671:2022 and Competency standard PAS 8672:2022]' published in October 2022 defines a Principal Designer as:	+	The HSE document '[https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/building-safety-competence-information-pc-pd/supporting_documents/Building_safety_competence_information_for_principal_contractors_and_principal_designers.pdf Building safety competence information for principal contractors and principal designers: Competency standard PAS 8671:2022 and Competency standard PAS 8672:2022]' published in October 2022 defines a Principal Designer as: 'an individual or an organisation. They are a designer in control of the design work, and can be, for example: an architect, an engineer (structural and others), a surveyor'

−	~~'an individual or an organisation. They are a designer in control of the design work, and can be, for example: an architect, an engineer (structural and others), a surveyor'~~	+	It goes on to give a brief summary of competency under PAS 8671 saying: 'The Building Regulations principal designer (PD) must plan, manage monitor design work, and cooperate, coordinate and communicate to ensure the design work, if built, complies with building regulations. It is important that the principal designer is part of the design team and not a third-party without any influence over design decisions. The principal designer should be able to co-ordinate the design team. It may help the principal designer to keep a record of designers and their responsibilities across a project. A principal designer is not expected to be an expert in every design specialism, but they are expected to know enough about the building regulations to assess whether a building design will comply with all relevant regulations. principal designers should support others, for example, in being able to pass on necessary information to contractors and explain to them how to demonstrate that elements are built properly.'
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−	It goes on to give a brief summary of competency under PAS 8671 saying:	+
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−	'The Building Regulations principal designer (PD) must plan, manage monitor design work, and cooperate, coordinate and communicate to ensure the design work, if built, complies with building regulations. It is important that the principal designer is part of the design team and not a third-party without any influence over design decisions. The principal designer should be able to co-ordinate the design team. It may help the principal designer to keep a record of designers and their responsibilities across a project. A principal designer is not expected to be an expert in every design specialism, but they are expected to know enough about the building regulations to assess whether a building design will comply with all relevant regulations. principal designers should support others, for example, in being able to pass on necessary information to contractors and explain to them how to demonstrate that elements are built properly.'	+

	= Further information and support =		= Further information and support =
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	* Principal designer.		* Principal designer.
	* Renovation v refurbishment v retrofit.		* Renovation v refurbishment v retrofit.
		+	* Retrofit.
	* Types of works to existing buildings.		* Types of works to existing buildings.

	External links		External links

−	[https://nationalretrofithub.org.uk/ https://nationalretrofithub.org.uk/]	+	* [https://nationalretrofithub.org.uk/ https://nationalretrofithub.org.uk/]

	[https://retrofitacademy.org/ https://retrofitacademy.org/]		[https://retrofitacademy.org/ https://retrofitacademy.org/]

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	= Introduction and context of retrofit =		= Introduction and context of retrofit =

−	There is a wide variety ~~of types~~ of work ~~on existing buildings~~ that may be carried out; ~~these range~~ from simple ~~alterationsto~~ full extensions, fit-out to full refurbishment, remediation to renovation or repurposing and restoration through to deconstruction to demolition. There is ~~in the UK an~~ increasing pressure to retain existing structures wherever possible, in relation to growing interest in a more circular economy and ~~as an element~~ to ~~reducing~~ the embodied carbon impact of buildings ~~and thus the overall emissions associated with construction~~.	+	There is a wide variety of work that may be carried out on existing buildings; ranging from simple alterations to full extensions, fit-out to full refurbishment, remediation to renovation or repurposing and restoration through to deconstruction to demolition. There is increasing pressure to retain existing structures wherever possible, in relation to growing interest in a more circular economy and to reduce the embodied carbon impact of buildings.

−	Retrofit ~~in particular~~ is ~~the~~ term ~~that was increasingly~~ used to describe works to existing buildings, often with a focus on Energy Efficiency Measures (EEM) products, systems, and materials to improve 'energy efficiency and other outcomes' (PAS 2035:2023) ~~for a building~~. ~~The other~~ outcomes ~~referred to~~ might ~~also~~ include comfort, air quality, health, resilience~~, repair~~, and appearance~~, as well as efficiency~~.	+	Retrofit is a term used to describe works to existing buildings, often with a focus on Energy Efficiency Measures (EEM) products, systems, and materials to improve 'energy efficiency and other outcomes' (PAS 2035:2023). Other outcomes might include improved comfort, air quality, health, resilience, and appearance.

−	Retrofit is also used with reference to post-~~competition~~ fire safety measures, especially following the Grenfell Tower tragedy (which was associated with a retrofit cladding scheme), the introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022 and the many Building Safety regulations associated with it, for example, the retrofit of [https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/sprinklers-in-care-homes-removal-of-national-classes-and-staircases-in-residential-buildings/outcome/final-consultation-response-amendments-to-approved-document-b-sprinklers-in-care-homes-and-the-removal-of-national-classes sprinklers in care homes]. Retrofit is generally used in relation to the installation of any new building systems, which might include heating, cooling, MVHRor fire systems, but also the fabric of a building, such as cavity insulation, loft insulation, thermal render, thermal plaster, rainscreen systems, insulated cladding (in the case of Grenfell), double glazing, seals, etc.	+	Retrofit is also used with reference to post-completion fire safety measures, especially following the Grenfell Tower tragedy (which was associated with a retrofit cladding scheme). Retrofit is generally used in relation to the installation of any new building systems, which might include heating, cooling, MVHRor fire systems, but also the fabric of a building, such as cavity insulation, loft insulation, thermal render, thermal plaster, rainscreen systems, insulated cladding (in the case of Grenfell), double glazing, seals, etc.

−	Retrofitting in general may be defined as “providing something with a component or feature not fitted during ~~manufactureor~~ adding something that it did not have when first constructed” ([https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/65743/1/critical_challenges_briefing-March_2014.pdf Ref. Retrofit 2050: Critical challenges for urban transitions]); definitions of related terms can be found in the various documents and brief descriptions below.	+	Retrofitting in general may be defined as “providing something with a component or feature not fitted during manufacture or adding something that it did not have when first constructed” ([https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/65743/1/critical_challenges_briefing-March_2014.pdf Ref. Retrofit 2050: Critical challenges for urban transitions]); definitions of related terms can be found in the various documents and brief descriptions below.

	= Retrofit related schemes =		= Retrofit related schemes =

−	The focus on energy comes from knowledge that approximately 30% of the UK’s carbon emissions come from buildings, particularly homes~~, many of which are already built~~. The UK Green Building Council estimates that some 29 million homes will need to be retrofitted before ~~the year~~ 2050, and figures by Trustmark from November 2024 indicate that some 225k retrofit assessments have already been carried out in the UK~~, presumably by retrofit assessors (though not defined)~~. ~~With some~~ [https://www.theconstructionindex.co.uk/news/view/uk-housing-retrofit-bill-could-hit-118bn# indicative figures ~~noting~~ that up to £118bn might be needed over the next 5 years to retrofit UK homes] to achieve ~~the~~ higher energy efficiency standards by 2030 (see updating MEES for privately rented homes in England and Wales by 2030).	+	The focus on energy comes from knowledge that approximately 30% of the UK’s carbon emissions come from buildings, particularly homes. The UK Green Building Council estimates that some 29 million homes will need to be retrofitted before 2050, and figures by Trustmark from November 2024 indicate that some 225k retrofit assessments have already been carried out in the UK. Some [https://www.theconstructionindex.co.uk/news/view/uk-housing-retrofit-bill-could-hit-118bn# indicative figures note that up to £118bn might be needed over the next 5 years to retrofit UK homes] to achieve higher energy efficiency standards by 2030 (see updating MEES for privately rented homes in England and Wales by 2030).

−	Because of the scale of retrofit needed across the UK, there are a variety of government-initiated schemes, some ongoing, some closed and others ~~in further discussions~~.	+	Because of the scale of retrofit needed across the UK, there are a variety of government-initiated schemes, some ongoing, some closed and others under discussion.

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	* [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/social-housing-decarbonisation-fund-wave-22 Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) Wave 2.2] - Social homes energy performance funding.		* [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/social-housing-decarbonisation-fund-wave-22 Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) Wave 2.2] - Social homes energy performance funding.

−	Because of the complexity of ensuring retrofit projects are carried out correctly, efficiently and effectively, especially with regards to any funding schemes, different projects and the roles that have developed, are increasingly defined within standards along with competencies to be evidenced by certain qualifications. It is generally is a requirement of ~~the~~ the government related schemes that such projects are carried out to the correct and up to date standards and by persons with the appropirate qualificatioons. For example as of 30 March, 2025 for many of the schemes above the PAS 2035:2019 assessments will no longer be accepted and projects must adhere to the current PAS 2035:2023.	+	Because of the complexity of ensuring retrofit projects are carried out correctly, efficiently and effectively, especially with regards to any funding schemes, different projects and the roles that have developed are increasingly defined within standards along with competencies to be evidenced by certain qualifications. It is generally a requirement of the government related schemes that such projects are carried out to the correct and up to date standards and by persons with the appropriate qualifications.

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	A retrofit design, as defined by the PAS 2035:2023 standard, is described as a 'package of information prepared by a retrofit designer that determines the unique combination of EEM systems, products, and materials to be installed in a building, as well as their interrelationships, in order to achieve specified energy efficiency and other outcomes for that building.'		A retrofit design, as defined by the PAS 2035:2023 standard, is described as a 'package of information prepared by a retrofit designer that determines the unique combination of EEM systems, products, and materials to be installed in a building, as well as their interrelationships, in order to achieve specified energy efficiency and other outcomes for that building.'

−	~~The above~~ is one of the ~~three~~ key published ~~reference~~ documents available on the subject of retrofit~~, though there are a number of others also available (see below)~~:	+	PAS 2035 is one of the key published documents available on the subject of retrofit:

	* The '[https://www.rics.org/profession-standards/rics-standards-and-guidance/sector-standards/real-estate-standards/retrofit Residential retrofit standard: RICS Professional Standard UK]' published by RICS in March 2024		* The '[https://www.rics.org/profession-standards/rics-standards-and-guidance/sector-standards/real-estate-standards/retrofit Residential retrofit standard: RICS Professional Standard UK]' published by RICS in March 2024
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	* [https://standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/projects/9021-05901#/section BS 40104 Assessment of dwellings for retrofit] (in preparation see below)		* [https://standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/projects/9021-05901#/section BS 40104 Assessment of dwellings for retrofit] (in preparation see below)

−	Furthermore~~, largely based on these already published documents~~, the British Standards Institute are developing a standard which aims to provide standardisation of the method of retrofit assessment described in PAS 2035. This assessment is completed as part of the process that records vital evidence for the stakeholders in the process. The standard will provide requirements for the level of expertise needed for the role of the retrofit assessor and is being developed by the CB/401 - Retrofitting Energy Efficiency Measures Committee, currently referred to as [https://standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/projects/9021-05901#/section BS 40104 Assessment of Dwellings for Retrofit.]	+	Furthermore, the British Standards Institute are developing a standard which aims to provide standardisation of the method of retrofit assessment described in PAS 2035. This assessment is completed as part of the process that records vital evidence for the stakeholders in the process. The standard will provide requirements for the level of expertise needed for the role of the retrofit assessor and is being developed by the CB/401 - Retrofitting Energy Efficiency Measures Committee, currently referred to as [https://standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/projects/9021-05901#/section BS 40104 Assessment of Dwellings for Retrofit.]

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−	There is a wide variety of types of work to existing buildings that ~~maybe~~ carried out, these range from simple ~~alterations to~~ full extensions, fit-out to full refurbishment, remediation to renovation or repurposing and restoration through to deconstruction to demolition. There is in the UK an increasing pressure to retain existing structures wherever possible, in relation to growing interest in a more circular economy and as an element to reducing the embodied carbon impact of buildings and thus the overall emissions associated with construction.	+	There is a wide variety of types of work on existing buildings that may be carried out; these range from simple alterationsto full extensions, fit-out to full refurbishment, remediation to renovation or repurposing and restoration through to deconstruction to demolition. There is in the UK an increasing pressure to retain existing structures wherever possible, in relation to growing interest in a more circular economy and as an element to reducing the embodied carbon impact of buildings and thus the overall emissions associated with construction.

−	Retrofit in particular is the term that was increasingly used to describe works to existing buildings, often with a focus on Energy Efficiency Measures (EEM) products, systems, and materials to improve 'energy efficiency and other outcomes' (PAS 2035:2023) for a building. The other outcomes referred to might also include comfort, air quality, health, resilience, repair, appearance as well as efficiency.	+	Retrofit in particular is the term that was increasingly used to describe works to existing buildings, often with a focus on Energy Efficiency Measures (EEM) products, systems, and materials to improve 'energy efficiency and other outcomes' (PAS 2035:2023) for a building. The other outcomes referred to might also include comfort, air quality, health, resilience, repair, and appearance, as well as efficiency.

−	Retrofit is also used with reference to post competition fire safety measures, especially following the Grenfell ~~tower~~ tragedy (which was associated with a retrofit cladding scheme), the introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022 and the many Building Safety regulations associated with it, for example the retrofit of [https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/sprinklers-in-care-homes-removal-of-national-classes-and-staircases-in-residential-buildings/outcome/final-consultation-response-amendments-to-approved-document-b-sprinklers-in-care-homes-and-the-removal-of-national-classes sprinklers in care homes.] Retrofit is generally used in relation to the installation of any new building systems, which might include heating, cooling, ~~MVHR or~~ fire systems, but also the fabric of a building such as cavity insulation, loft insulation, thermal render, thermal plaster, rainscreen systems, insulated cladding (in the case of Grenfell), double glazing, seals etc.	+	Retrofit is also used with reference to post-competition fire safety measures, especially following the Grenfell Tower tragedy (which was associated with a retrofit cladding scheme), the introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022 and the many Building Safety regulations associated with it, for example, the retrofit of [https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/sprinklers-in-care-homes-removal-of-national-classes-and-staircases-in-residential-buildings/outcome/final-consultation-response-amendments-to-approved-document-b-sprinklers-in-care-homes-and-the-removal-of-national-classes sprinklers in care homes]. Retrofit is generally used in relation to the installation of any new building systems, which might include heating, cooling, MVHRor fire systems, but also the fabric of a building, such as cavity insulation, loft insulation, thermal render, thermal plaster, rainscreen systems, insulated cladding (in the case of Grenfell), double glazing, seals, etc.

−	Retrofitting in general ~~maybe~~ defined as “providing something with a component or feature not fitted during ~~manufacture or~~ adding something that it did not have when first constructed” ([https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/65743/1/critical_challenges_briefing-~~March%202014~~.pdf Ref Retrofit 2050: Critical challenges for urban transitions]), definitions of related terms can be found in the various documents and brief descriptions below.	+	Retrofitting in general may be defined as “providing something with a component or feature not fitted during manufactureor adding something that it did not have when first constructed” ([https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/65743/1/critical_challenges_briefing-March_2014.pdf Ref. Retrofit 2050: Critical challenges for urban transitions]); definitions of related terms can be found in the various documents and brief descriptions below.

	= Retrofit related schemes =		= Retrofit related schemes =

−	The focus on energy comes from knowledge that approximately 30% of the UK’s carbon emissions come from buildings, particularly homes, many of which are already built. The UK Green Building Council estimates that some 29 million homes will need to be retrofitted before the year 2050 and figures by Trustmark from November 2024, indicate that some 225k retrofit assessments have already been carried out in the UK, presumably by retrofit assessors (though not defined). With some [https://www.theconstructionindex.co.uk/news/view/uk-housing-retrofit-bill-could-hit-118bn# indicative figures noting that up to £118bn might be needed over the next 5 years] to retrofit UK homes to achieve the higher energy efficiency standards by 2030 (see updating MEES for privately rented homes in England and Wales by 2030).	+	The focus on energy comes from knowledge that approximately 30% of the UK’s carbon emissions come from buildings, particularly homes, many of which are already built. The UK Green Building Council estimates that some 29 million homes will need to be retrofitted before the year 2050, and figures by Trustmark from November 2024 indicate that some 225k retrofit assessments have already been carried out in the UK, presumably by retrofit assessors (though not defined). With some [https://www.theconstructionindex.co.uk/news/view/uk-housing-retrofit-bill-could-hit-118bn# indicative figures noting that up to £118bn might be needed over the next 5 years to retrofit UK homes] to achieve the higher energy efficiency standards by 2030 (see updating MEES for privately rented homes in England and Wales by 2030).

−	Because of the scale of retrofit needed across the UK there are a variety of government initiated schemes, some ongoing, some closed and others in further discussions.	+	Because of the scale of retrofit needed across the UK, there are a variety of government-initiated schemes, some ongoing, some closed and others in further discussions.

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−	A ~~Retrofit~~ design as defined by the PAS 2035:2023 standard is described as a 'package of information prepared by a ~~Retrofit Designer~~ that determines the unique combination of EEM systems, products, and materials to be installed in a building, as well as their interrelationships, in order to achieve specified energy efficiency and other outcomes for that building'	+	A retrofit design, as defined by the PAS 2035:2023 standard, is described as a 'package of information prepared by a retrofit designer that determines the unique combination of EEM systems, products, and materials to be installed in a building, as well as their interrelationships, in order to achieve specified energy efficiency and other outcomes for that building.'

−	The above is one of the three key published reference documents available on the subject of retrofit, though there are a number of others also available (see below) :	+	The above is one of the three key published reference documents available on the subject of retrofit, though there are a number of others also available (see below):

	* The '[https://www.rics.org/profession-standards/rics-standards-and-guidance/sector-standards/real-estate-standards/retrofit Residential retrofit standard: RICS Professional Standard UK]' published by RICS in March 2024		* The '[https://www.rics.org/profession-standards/rics-standards-and-guidance/sector-standards/real-estate-standards/retrofit Residential retrofit standard: RICS Professional Standard UK]' published by RICS in March 2024
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	* [https://standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/projects/9021-05901#/section BS 40104 Assessment of dwellings for retrofit] (in preparation see below)		* [https://standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/projects/9021-05901#/section BS 40104 Assessment of dwellings for retrofit] (in preparation see below)

−	~~Further more~~, largely based on these already published documents the British ~~Strandards~~ Institute are developing a standard which aims to provide standardisation of the method of retrofit assessment described in PAS 2035. This assessment is completed as part of the process that records vital evidence to the stakeholders in the process. The standard will provide requirements for the level of expertise needed for the role of the retrofit assessor and is being developed by the CB/401 - Retrofitting Energy Efficiency Measures Committee, currently referred to as [https://standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/projects/9021-05901#/section BS 40104 Assessment of ~~dwellings~~ for ~~retrofit~~.]	+	Furthermore, largely based on these already published documents, the British Standards Institute are developing a standard which aims to provide standardisation of the method of retrofit assessment described in PAS 2035. This assessment is completed as part of the process that records vital evidence for the stakeholders in the process. The standard will provide requirements for the level of expertise needed for the role of the retrofit assessor and is being developed by the CB/401 - Retrofitting Energy Efficiency Measures Committee, currently referred to as [https://standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/projects/9021-05901#/section BS 40104 Assessment of Dwellings for Retrofit.]

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	== Retrofit coordinator ==		== Retrofit coordinator ==

−	The RICS standard describes a retrofit coordinator as an 'appropriately qualified and competent professional with responsibility for end-to-end coordination of a residential retrofit project, e.g. the lead professional, project manager or similar.' The PAS2035 standard describes the same as a professional able to carry out works for an assessment: 'survey, inspection and assessment of a building to collate information for a retrofit design' Under [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DIn_Annex_A.4_of_PAS_2035:2023_a_detailed_breakdown_of_the_qualifications_and_competencies_required_for_a_retrofit_evaluator_are_given.%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|PAS 2030:2023]] (BSi) the role is more clealy defined in annex A.2 alongside the required qualifications.	+	The RICS standard describes a retrofit coordinator as an 'appropriately qualified and competent professional with responsibility for end-to-end coordination of a residential retrofit project, e.g. the lead professional, project manager or similar.' The PAS2035 standard describes the same as a professional able to carry out works for an assessment: 'survey, inspection and assessment of a building to collate information for a retrofit design' Under [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DIn_Annex_A.4_of_PAS_2035:2023_a_detailed_breakdown_of_the_qualifications_and_competencies_required_for_a_retrofit_evaluator_are_given.%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|PAS 2030:2023]] (BSi) the role is more clealy defined in annex A.2 alongside the required qualifications.

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	Retrofit design in PAS 2035:2023 'Retrofitting dwellings for improved energy efficiency – Specification and guidance' is described as a 'package of information prepared by a Retrofit Designer that determines the unique combination of EEM systems, products, and materials to be installed in a building, as well as their interrelationships, in order to achieve specified energy efficiency and other outcomes for that building'		Retrofit design in PAS 2035:2023 'Retrofitting dwellings for improved energy efficiency – Specification and guidance' is described as a 'package of information prepared by a Retrofit Designer that determines the unique combination of EEM systems, products, and materials to be installed in a building, as well as their interrelationships, in order to achieve specified energy efficiency and other outcomes for that building'

−	Retrofit designers are most likely to; lead a design, co-ordinate information from various packages and ensure theses are well integrated and assume responsibility for the overall design, and in particular any measures that are not covered by specialist design packages. The role is more clealy defined in annex A.2 of [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DIn_Annex_A.4_of_PAS_2035:2023_a_detailed_breakdown_of_the_qualifications_and_competencies_required_for_a_retrofit_evaluator_are_given.%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|PAS 2030:2023]] (BSi) alongside the required qualifications.	+	Retrofit designers are most likely to; lead a design, co-ordinate information from various packages and ensure theses are well integrated and assume responsibility for the overall design, and in particular any measures that are not covered by specialist design packages. The role is more clealy defined in annex A.2 of [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DIn_Annex_A.4_of_PAS_2035:2023_a_detailed_breakdown_of_the_qualifications_and_competencies_required_for_a_retrofit_evaluator_are_given.%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|PAS 2030:2023]] (BSi) alongside the required qualifications.

	== Retrofit evaluator ==		== Retrofit evaluator ==
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−	The RICS standard describes a retrofit coordinator as an 'appropriately qualified and competent professional with responsibility for end-to-end coordination of a residential retrofit project, e.g. the lead professional, project manager or similar.' The PAS2035 standard describes the same as a professional able to carry out works for an assessment: 'survey, inspection and assessment of a building to collate information for a retrofit design' Under [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DIn_Annex_A.4_of_PAS_2035:2023_a_detailed_breakdown_of_the_qualifications_and_competencies_required_for_a_retrofit_evaluator_are_given.%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|PAS 2030:2023]] (BSi) the role is more clealy defined in annex A.2 alongside the required qualifications.	+	The RICS standard describes a retrofit coordinator as an 'appropriately qualified and competent professional with responsibility for end-to-end coordination of a residential retrofit project, e.g. the lead professional, project manager or similar.' The PAS2035 standard describes the same as a professional able to carry out works for an assessment: 'survey, inspection and assessment of a building to collate information for a retrofit design' Under [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DIn_Annex_A.4_of_PAS_2035:2023_a_detailed_breakdown_of_the_qualifications_and_competencies_required_for_a_retrofit_evaluator_are_given.%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|PAS 2030:2023]] (BSi) the role is more clealy defined in annex A.2 alongside the required qualifications.

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	Retrofit design in PAS 2035:2023 'Retrofitting dwellings for improved energy efficiency – Specification and guidance' is described as a 'package of information prepared by a Retrofit Designer that determines the unique combination of EEM systems, products, and materials to be installed in a building, as well as their interrelationships, in order to achieve specified energy efficiency and other outcomes for that building'		Retrofit design in PAS 2035:2023 'Retrofitting dwellings for improved energy efficiency – Specification and guidance' is described as a 'package of information prepared by a Retrofit Designer that determines the unique combination of EEM systems, products, and materials to be installed in a building, as well as their interrelationships, in order to achieve specified energy efficiency and other outcomes for that building'

−	Retrofit designers are most likely to; lead a design, co-ordinate information from various packages and ensure theses are well integrated and assume responsibility for the overall design, and in particular any measures that are not covered by specialist design packages. The role is more clealy defined in annex A.2 of [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DIn_Annex_A.4_of_PAS_2035:2023_a_detailed_breakdown_of_the_qualifications_and_competencies_required_for_a_retrofit_evaluator_are_given.%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|PAS 2030:2023]] (BSi) alongside the required qualifications.	+	Retrofit designers are most likely to; lead a design, co-ordinate information from various packages and ensure theses are well integrated and assume responsibility for the overall design, and in particular any measures that are not covered by specialist design packages. The role is more clealy defined in annex A.2 of [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DIn_Annex_A.4_of_PAS_2035:2023_a_detailed_breakdown_of_the_qualifications_and_competencies_required_for_a_retrofit_evaluator_are_given.%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|PAS 2030:2023]] (BSi) alongside the required qualifications.

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−	== UK National Retrofit Hub ==	+	== [https://nationalretrofithub.org.uk UK National Retrofit Hub] ==

	The National Retrofit Hub is a non-profit organisation that brings together those involved in the retrofit sector to share their expertise and work together to enable a National Retrofit Strategy to be delivered. Retrofitting homes is vital for the UK to achieve its energy, fuel poverty and climate change goals.		The National Retrofit Hub is a non-profit organisation that brings together those involved in the retrofit sector to share their expertise and work together to enable a National Retrofit Strategy to be delivered. Retrofitting homes is vital for the UK to achieve its energy, fuel poverty and climate change goals.

−	== The Retrofit Academy CIC ==	+	== [https://retrofitacademy.org The Retrofit Academy CIC] ==

−	a not-for-profit Community Interest Company (CIC) focused on developing the skilled workforce needed for high-quality, large-scale domestic retrofit projects, aiming to make every home warm, healthy, and low-carbon.	+	Is a not-for-profit Community Interest Company (CIC) focused on developing the skilled workforce needed for high-quality, large-scale domestic retrofit projects, aiming to make every home warm, healthy, and low-carbon.

−	=== BE-ST - The Scottish Built Environment Hub ===	+	== [https://www.be-st.build/news/scotland-s-national-retrofit-centre-and-uk-national-retrofit-hub-deepen-partnership-through-new-appointments/ BE-ST - The Scottish Built Environment Hub] ==

	An international centre of excellence supported by Scottish Government, Scottish Funding Council and Scotland’s Enterprise Agencies, bringing together key stakeholder groups; industry, academia, government & public sector, and Scotland’s citizens to accelerate the transition to zero carbon.		An international centre of excellence supported by Scottish Government, Scottish Funding Council and Scotland’s Enterprise Agencies, bringing together key stakeholder groups; industry, academia, government & public sector, and Scotland’s citizens to accelerate the transition to zero carbon.

−	==~~= The Future Homes Hub ===~~	+	== [https://www.optimised-retrofit.wales Optimised Retrofit Wales] ==
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−	~~The Future Homes Hub has been established to facilitate the collaboration needed within and beyond the new homes sector to help meet the climate and environmental challenges ahead~~. ~~It is an independent organisation bringing together the homebuilding sector with the wider circle of supply chain, infrastructure, finance and government organisations that need to collaborate~~.	+
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−	~~===~~ Optimised Retrofit Wales ===	+

	The collaboration of 68 partners, including 26 social housing providers, has been awarded more than £13m in funding by Welsh Government through the Optimised Retrofit Programme that was introduced this year as part of the Innovative Housing Programme. This link provide further details.		The collaboration of 68 partners, including 26 social housing providers, has been awarded more than £13m in funding by Welsh Government through the Optimised Retrofit Programme that was introduced this year as part of the Innovative Housing Programme. This link provide further details.

−	=== Northern Ireland Housing Executive ===	+	== [https://www.nihe.gov.uk/working-with-us/research/energy-efficiency-and-sustainability Northern Ireland Housing Executive] ==

	In its role as the Home Energy Conservation Authority (HECA) for Northern Ireland, the Housing Executive seeks to support improvements in home energy efficiency across the entire housing stock in the region.		In its role as the Home Energy Conservation Authority (HECA) for Northern Ireland, the Housing Executive seeks to support improvements in home energy efficiency across the entire housing stock in the region.
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−	~~=== Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland ===~~
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−	~~Working with citizens, businesses, communities and government to transform how we think about, generate and use energy in Ireland.~~
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−	~~=== Tai ar y Cyd ===~~
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−	~~The Tai ar y Cyd project is a unique collaboration between social landlords, government, and industry experts to tackle housing challenges in Wales.~~

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings =
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	* Renovation v refurbishment v retrofit.		* Renovation v refurbishment v retrofit.
	* Types of works to existing buildings.		* Types of works to existing buildings.
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		+	External links
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		+	[https://nationalretrofithub.org.uk/ https://nationalretrofithub.org.uk/]
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		+	[https://retrofitacademy.org/ https://retrofitacademy.org/]
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		+	[https://www.optimised-retrofit.wales/ https://www.optimised-retrofit.wales/]
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		+	[https://www.nihe.gov.uk/working-with-us/research/energy-efficiency-and-sustainability https://www.nihe.gov.uk/working-with-us/research/energy-efficiency-and-sustainability]
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		+	[https://www.be-st.build/news/scotland-s-national-retrofit-centre-and-uk-national-retrofit-hub-deepen-partnership-through-new-appointments/ https://www.be-st.build/news/scotland-s-national-retrofit-centre-and-uk-national-retrofit-hub-deepen-partnership-through-new-appointments/]

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	== Retrofit coordinator ==		== Retrofit coordinator ==

−	The RICS standard describes a retrofit coordinator as an 'appropriately qualified and competent professional with responsibility for end-to-end coordination of a residential retrofit project, e.g. the lead professional, project manager or similar.' The PAS2035 standard describes the same as a professional able to carry out works for an assessment: 'survey, inspection and assessment of a building to collate information for a retrofit design' Under [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DIn_Annex_A.4_of_PAS_2035:2023_a_detailed_breakdown_of_the_qualifications_and_competencies_required_for_a_retrofit_evaluator_are_given.%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|PAS 2030:2023]] (BSi) the role is more clealy defined in annex A.2 alongside the required qualifications.	+	The RICS standard describes a retrofit coordinator as an 'appropriately qualified and competent professional with responsibility for end-to-end coordination of a residential retrofit project, e.g. the lead professional, project manager or similar.' The PAS2035 standard describes the same as a professional able to carry out works for an assessment: 'survey, inspection and assessment of a building to collate information for a retrofit design' Under [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DIn_Annex_A.4_of_PAS_2035:2023_a_detailed_breakdown_of_the_qualifications_and_competencies_required_for_a_retrofit_evaluator_are_given.%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|PAS 2030:2023]] (BSi) the role is more clealy defined in annex A.2 alongside the required qualifications.

	A retrofit coordinator might:		A retrofit coordinator might:
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	Retrofit design in PAS 2035:2023 'Retrofitting dwellings for improved energy efficiency – Specification and guidance' is described as a 'package of information prepared by a Retrofit Designer that determines the unique combination of EEM systems, products, and materials to be installed in a building, as well as their interrelationships, in order to achieve specified energy efficiency and other outcomes for that building'		Retrofit design in PAS 2035:2023 'Retrofitting dwellings for improved energy efficiency – Specification and guidance' is described as a 'package of information prepared by a Retrofit Designer that determines the unique combination of EEM systems, products, and materials to be installed in a building, as well as their interrelationships, in order to achieve specified energy efficiency and other outcomes for that building'

−	Retrofit designers are most likely to; lead a design, co-ordinate information from various packages and ensure theses are well integrated and assume responsibility for the overall design, and in particular any measures that are not covered by specialist design packages. The role is more clealy defined in annex A.2 of [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DIn_Annex_A.4_of_PAS_2035:2023_a_detailed_breakdown_of_the_qualifications_and_competencies_required_for_a_retrofit_evaluator_are_given.%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|PAS 2030:2023]] (BSi) alongside the required qualifications.	+	Retrofit designers are most likely to; lead a design, co-ordinate information from various packages and ensure theses are well integrated and assume responsibility for the overall design, and in particular any measures that are not covered by specialist design packages. The role is more clealy defined in annex A.2 of [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DIn_Annex_A.4_of_PAS_2035:2023_a_detailed_breakdown_of_the_qualifications_and_competencies_required_for_a_retrofit_evaluator_are_given.%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|PAS 2030:2023]] (BSi) alongside the required qualifications.

	== Retrofit evaluator ==		== Retrofit evaluator ==
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	= Further information and support =		= Further information and support =

−	~~== Retrofit Hubs ==~~	+	== UK National Retrofit Hub ==
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−	=== UK National Retrofit Hub ===	+

	The National Retrofit Hub is a non-profit organisation that brings together those involved in the retrofit sector to share their expertise and work together to enable a National Retrofit Strategy to be delivered. Retrofitting homes is vital for the UK to achieve its energy, fuel poverty and climate change goals.		The National Retrofit Hub is a non-profit organisation that brings together those involved in the retrofit sector to share their expertise and work together to enable a National Retrofit Strategy to be delivered. Retrofitting homes is vital for the UK to achieve its energy, fuel poverty and climate change goals.
		+
		+	== The Retrofit Academy CIC ==
		+
		+	a not-for-profit Community Interest Company (CIC) focused on developing the skilled workforce needed for high-quality, large-scale domestic retrofit projects, aiming to make every home warm, healthy, and low-carbon.

	=== BE-ST - The Scottish Built Environment Hub ===		=== BE-ST - The Scottish Built Environment Hub ===