An improvement programme for council houses across North Lanarkshire has been recognised at Scotland’s energy efficiency awards.The scheme by the local authority and contractor Pro-cast includes insulating lofts and cavity and extension walls, plus roofing and rendering to save tenants money on bills; while renewable technologies are being used including installing solar panels to further improve energy efficiency.It was named large-scale project of the year at the recent ceremony – and the authority is now working on further innovations to help reduce fuel poverty and benefit the environment as part of the four-year, £35m project.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.
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