More energy-efficient homes in London

The Mayor has an ambitious target for London to reach net zero by 2030. 

Net zero is the idea of reducing our carbon dioxide emissions down to zero. In other words, the amount of harmful emissions we add to the atmosphere should be equal to or less than what we take out. 

Did you know that heating homes and buildings with oil, gas or coal produces the biggest source of carbon emissions in the UK? 

City Hall is working with local councils to create Local Area Energy Plans. These plans set out how your local council can help reach net zero. It will include the views of experts and Londoners, and explore more sustainable solutions. 

Join in the discussion below and help shape your Local Area Energy Plan. 

• After taking our survey, which energy-efficiency measures would you most likely consider for your home, and why? 
• Imagine you were to upgrade or replace your current heating system to make it more energy efficient - perhaps you already have. What are the main challenges or barriers you could think of? What would help mitigate these? 
• Heat networks (also known as district heating) supply heat from a central source to consumers, via a network of underground pipes carrying hot water. Would you like your borough to install a heat network? Why or why not? 
• Anything else you’d like to share on this topic? 

This discussion is co-moderated by Emma and Isobel from City Hall's Infrastructure team.