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Boiler scrappage scheme 'should be expanded'

A double glazing scrappage scheme has been proposedThe boiler scrappage scheme should be expanded so that more UK residents can benefit, whatgreenhome.com has asserted, on the same day that the petition for a cheap double glazing scrappage scheme achieved 4,066 signatures.As the petition for a cheap double glazing scrappage scheme reaches 4,066 signatures, an eco-homes website is calling for the boiler scrappage scheme to be expanded to allow more people to benefit.

The government announced today (February 15th) that nearly half of the vouchers for the boiler scrappage scheme, which sees old and inefficient boilers and heating systems replaced by newer eco-friendly models, have been claimed since its introduction last month.

Gordon Miller, founder of whatgreenhome.com, said that the speed of the uptake proves that there is a demand for environmentally friendly home improvement schemes.

However, Mr Miller said the plan, which is limited only to G-rated boilers, should be widened so that more homeowners, and the country's carbon footprint, can benefit.

He added that including boilers rated B to F would cost the government a lot more, as more people would be eligible, "but you would be seriously saving a lot of CO2 then".

The petition for a scrappage scheme that would see old, drafty windows replaced with heat-preserving cheap double glazing alternatives received wide public and industry backing last month and is continuing to grow in support.

Posted by Sarah GowerADNFCR-2394-ID-19617073-ADNFCR

Article Added: 15/02/2010 18:16:24
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