259: Inside Stonewater's Push for Sustainable Housing

In this episode of the Passive House Podcast, Matthew Cutler Welsh talks with Matthew Crucifix, Director of Development at Stonewater, they discusses the organization's efforts in providing affordable and sustainable housing in the UK. Crucifix outlines Stonewater's expansive reach, managing around 40,000 homes, and their current focus on retrofitting existing homes to improve energy efficiency. Highlighting the financial challenges and solutions, including government grants and their in-house subsidy pot. He also delves into the specifics of their Passive House projects, like Cherry Grove, emphasizing the goal of building homes that are affordable, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly. The conversation concludes with insights into the future of housing in the UK, stressing the importance of sustainable construction methods and energy resilience. https://www.stonewater.org/ Thank you for listening to the Passive House Podcast! To learn more about Passive House and to stay abreast of our latest programming, visit passivehouseaccelerator.com. And please join us at one of our Passive House Accelerator LIVE! zoom gatherings on Wednesdays.