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One Planet Homes

Change begins at home

WWF is trying to make it easier for people to reduce the environmental impacts of their homes and lifestyles – and save themselves some money too.

The way we heat and power our homes has a massive impact on the environment – not just locally, but globally. Our homes account for 22% of our ecological footprint and up to 30% of our carbon emissions.

WWF wants to help everyone get information on eco-home improvements and, most importantly, to find fast and cost-effective ways to make real reductions in energy use and fuel bills.


Building for the future

WWF is working to promote and deliver low-impact sustainable housing.

Kevin McCloud, Designer - Courtesy of Kevin McCloud / Glenn Dearing

The Great British Refurb campaign

WWF has teamed up with Grand Designs TV presenter Kevin McCloud to launch the Great British Refurb campaign. Find out more.

Homeowner engaged in DIY © Benjamin Ealovega / WWF-UK

Working with home owners

Find out how WWF is trying to make energy efficiency improvements easier for home owners.

Big Ben

Working with government

WWF is working at every level of government to ensure they impose higher standards in housebuilding and provide people with incentives to make their homes more sustainable.

Workman insulating wall © www.nationalinsulationassociation.org.uk

Working in partnership

WWF is working in tandem with businesses to drive environmental innovation and best practice in the housing sector.

Terraced housing in the North of England

Building on success

Following on from our One Million Sustainable Homes (OMSH) campaign, WWF aims to significantly reduce CO2 emissions and other environmental impacts from the UK's existing housing stock.