A new construction and energy efficiency project is underway in Glasgow after Shettleston Housing Association secured £241,344 in funding from the Scottish Government's Social Housing Net Zero Heat Fund.

The substantial investment will be used for the Renewable Heat Project, delivered in partnership with Warmworks, targeting the retrofit of 15 tenant properties.

The construction works involved in the project will focus on the complete decarbonisation and energy efficiency improvement of the targeted homes. The properties will be fitted with state-of-the-art renewable technology, including the installation of air source heat pumps, solar panels, and battery storage technology. These measures are designed to significantly reduce energy bills for tenants while improving overall comfort levels and increasing the sustainability of the housing stock.

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Shettleston Housing Association provides over 2,400 affordable homes across the Shettleston, Greenfield, Springboig, and Sandyhills areas of Glasgow. The association stated that the project aligns with its dedication to improving tenants' quality of life and increasing the long-term sustainability of its properties.

Tracey Kernahan, Chair of Shettleston Housing Association, commented: "As a community-based housing association, we are dedicated to improving our tenants' quality of life and increasing the sustainability of our properties. We're delighted to be partnering with Warmworks to help create warmer homes and reduce energy costs for residents, while also making a positive environmental impact."

Paul McGhee, Warmworks' Managing Director, Local Delivery Division, highlighted the benefits for tenants: "Warmworks has extensive experience of working closely with social landlords across Scotland to help them lift their tenants out of fuel poverty and decarbonise their housing stock, and we're proud to be working closely with Shettleston Housing Association to deliver warmer, more energy efficient homes and lower fuel bills for their tenants."