Energy and industry minister, Brian Wilson (pictured, left), has challenged the construction industry to integrate renewable energy into buildings.
Speaking at a visit to the eco-friendly Integer House in Watford he stressed the need for the construction supply chain to work together so that manufacturers, suppliers, installers and construction specialists understand each other's requirements and learn together from experience.

Wilson said: "I want to see the construction industry contributing to the government's target of producing 10% of electricity from renewable sources by 2010. All industry must be seriously involved in helping to reduce the effects of climate change."

The Government wants to create a £1 billion market for renewable energy by 2010. The main driver for this will be the forthcoming renewables obligation, which will oblige electricity suppliers to produce 10% of their electricity from renewable sources. A £260 million support programme has been provided for the next two years.

  Wilson also praised the work of the Construction Best Practice Programme for its range of practical information and support services. "If construction firms want to learn more about best practice in putting together integrated teams to deliver their projects, the Construction Best Practice Programme is there to help," he adds.

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Building Sustainable Design