Good Homes Alliance April 2008 We would appreciate it if you could take a minute to complete this survey on behalf of The Good Homes Alliance. All responses will be anonymous. We are conducting this survey to identify the industry’s views on sustainable construction technology and the support that the industry may need to achieve low carbon energy efficient homes. Many thanks in advance for taking part. To answer the following questions, please select the option that most represents your view about each statement. Strongly Agree Agree Unsure Disgree Strongly Disgree It is important to make large cuts in carbon emissions from new homes The UK Government's Zero Carbon target is a good policy The Government's Zero Carbon target is achievable within the given time frame I see it as a good business investment to update knowledge about construction technology As homes become more airtight, internal air quality becomes worse A detailed and comprehensive testing and monitoring programme is important for quality control Responsibility for high quality construction is shared by the design team and construction team My organisation has invested in research and development in low carbon construction technology What is the biggest obstacle to building low carbon homes? A lack of sustainable technology A skills or knowledge deficit Construction problems - actual performance at lower standard than design The management approach Design What large improvements in energy efficiency can be made? Select one or more. Improving construction quality Improving the envelope design Changing the spec of building materials and components The Wriglesworth Consultancy® - www.wriglesworth.com