Stimulus that retrofits housing can reduce energy bills and inequity too
Wednesday, June 3, 2020 - 07:00
in Mathematics & Economics
Stay-at-home orders and the economic crisis have increased the burden of energy costs on lower-income Australians. Poor housing quality and unequal access to home energy efficiency are hurting our most vulnerable households. With the next stage of the national recovery program expected to include cash grants for home renovation, now is the time to turn to housing retrofits that support health and well-being as well as boost jobs.