Meet Your Retrofit Academy CIC Awards 2025 Finalists
Green Gnomes has been recognised as a 2025 finalist at the Retrofit Academy Awards in the prestigious Retrofit Assessment & Coordination Services category.
This recognition reflects Green Gnomes‘ expertise in delivering high-quality retrofit solutions, ensuring projects are efficiently assessed, well-coordinated, and fully compliant with industry standards. With a deep understanding of decarbonisation, energy efficiency, and large-scale retrofit implementation, the company continues to set new benchmarks in the sector.
Through collaborative partnerships with local authorities, housing providers, and industry leaders, Green Gnomes plays a vital role in transforming housing stock, reducing carbon emissions, and improving energy efficiency across the UK. Their whole-house, fabric-first approach ensures that every project is tailored to the unique needs of properties and residents, creating sustainable, long-lasting change.
By securing this finalist position, Green Gnomes reinforces its reputation as a trusted leader in retrofit assessment and coordination, driving the industry forward with innovation, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Green Gnomes – Expertise in Retrofit and Decarbonisation
Green Gnomes has established itself as a leading name in retrofit services and consultancy, known for its expertise and reliability. Specialising in navigating the complexities of retrofit projects, the company has carved out a strong reputation as a trusted partner in decarbonisation. With years of experience and a portfolio of numerous large-scale projects, Green Gnomes stands as a testament to proficiency and dedication in a field that’s both complex and vitally important.
At the heart of the Green Gnomes’ operations is an unwavering commitment to high standards of professionalism. This dedication is evident in every aspect of its work, ensuring that each project is handled with meticulous attention to detail and a rigorous adherence to best practices.
Green Gnomes understands that the success of a retrofit project requires far more than just technical knowledge; it demands an ability to navigate the myriad of complex compliance requirements, evolving regulations and the complications that often arise when working towards decarbonisation goals. Their wealth of hands-on experience allows them to anticipate potential challenges and develop effective, forward-thinking solutions so every project progresses smoothly, delivering high-quality, energy-efficient results that meet both industry standards and client expectations.
Commitment to Communication and Quality
For Green Gnomes, communication isn’t just a box to tick; it’s a fundamental part of how they operate. The company believes that open, honest conversations with clients and residents create the foundation for smooth and successful retrofit projects. By ensuring everyone stays informed, they eliminate confusion, manage expectations, and keep projects moving forward without unnecessary setbacks.
This focus on clear, consistent communication is especially important for residents whose homes are being upgraded. Rather than leaving them in the dark, Green Gnomes takes a hands-on approach, addressing concerns, explaining processes, and making sure residents understand what’s happening at every stage. Their goal is to ensure people feel involved rather than disrupted, turning what could be an overwhelming experience into a collaborative and positive journey.
Beyond communication, quality is at the core of everything Green Gnomes delivers. Their approach isn’t just about meeting standards – it’s about setting them. From planning to execution, every detail is handled with precision and care, ensuring that their solutions aren’t just effective today but remain reliable and sustainable for years to come. The team integrates cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking methodologies to ensure each project is efficient, environmentally sound, and built to last. The proof is in the results: long-term performance, satisfied clients, and a lasting impact on communities.
Expertise in ECO Funding and Large-Scale Retrofit Projects
One of the standout aspects of Green Gnomes’ service offerings is their extensive experience with ECO funding schemes. For many years, they’ve been playing a vital role in helping clients navigate the complicated nature of these schemes, helping secure the necessary funding to bring ambitious retrofit projects to life. With a deep understanding of the intricacies of ECO funding requirements, Green Gnomes has been able to streamline the process, making it more accessible for housing providers and stakeholders looking to improve energy efficiency at scale.
Working alongside numerous social housing providers and implementing comprehensive retrofit solutions that not only enhance energy efficiency but also lower carbon emissions and improve the overall quality of life for residents, their approach prioritises sustainability and lasting change.
Aspiring to stand out as a leader in the retrofit sector, Green Gnomes continues setting new standards for excellence through their expertise, unwavering professionalism, and a commitment to high-quality service delivery.
The SHDF Wave 2 Project with Folkestone & Hythe District Council
Green Gnomes has made significant progress on the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) Wave 2 project in collaboration with Folkestone & Hythe District Council. Acting as the coordination project team, the company is focused on delivering sustainable, energy-efficient solutions designed to improve social housing across the district.
Their partnership with Folkestone & Hythe District Council began during SHDF Wave 1, where Green Gnomes was brought in to provide additional expertise and support. Through this collaboration, a strong working relationship was established – one built on trust, shared goals, and a commitment to meaningful change. This solid foundation led to their expanded role in Wave 2, allowing them to take on an even greater responsibility in shaping the project’s success.
At its core, the SHDF Wave 2 project is centred around Retrofit Assessments, Retrofit Design, and Retrofit Coordination, following a whole-house, fabric-first approach. This methodology ensures that critical building elements – walls, roofs, floors, windows, and doors – are upgraded first, maximising energy efficiency and resident comfort before integrating any additional renewable energy systems. By focusing on the fabric of the building first, the project aims to cut energy consumption, lower carbon emissions, and create healthier living conditions for residents.
Retrofit Assessments and Design
As part of this large-scale initiative, Green Gnomes has already completed over 600 Retrofit Assessments. These evaluations play a crucial role in identifying each property’s current energy performance and determining the most effective retrofit measures. The company’s team of qualified Retrofit Assessors conducts detailed property evaluations, examining various elements of the building’s fabric and internal systems to develop tailored, property-specific solutions.
Once assessments are complete, Green Gnomes’ experienced Retrofit Designers create detailed plans outlining proposed energy efficiency improvements. These designs integrate advanced materials and cutting-edge techniques to enhance thermal performance, incorporating:
- Improved insulation
- High-performance windows
- Airtightness measures
By addressing these core efficiency factors, the project is able to significantly reduce heat loss, improve indoor comfort, and drive down energy costs for residents.
Project Coordination and Compliance
With designs finalised, Green Gnomes’ Retrofit Coordinators take charge of overseeing the implementation phase, ensuring that every measure is carried out effectively. This requires close collaboration with contractors, residents, and key stakeholders, ensuring that timelines are met and work is delivered to the highest standard. Maintaining quality and safety is a key focus, with the team dedicated to efficient, precise execution throughout the process.
Beyond the retrofit works themselves, Green Gnomes will soon facilitate post-installation Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) for each retrofitted property. These EPCs will:
- Provide updated energy performance assessments
- Highlight the improvements made through the retrofit process
- Demonstrate the tangible benefits for residents
- Serve as official documentation for the council, confirming compliance with regulatory requirements
By ensuring compliance and accountability, Green Gnomes continues to set a high standard for social housing retrofit projects, delivering solutions that are both technically sound and resident-focused.
Expanding Impact: Future Projects and Collaborations
Green Gnomes continues to play a key role in SHDF Wave 2, working alongside Folkestone & Hythe District Council to create more sustainable and energy-efficient social housing. Their commitment to a whole-house, fabric-first approach ensures that each project delivers long-term benefits for both the environment and local communities. As the initiative progresses, Green Gnomes remains focused on making a meaningful, lasting impact on residents’ lives.
Beyond this collaboration, the company is actively working with Local Authorities and Housing Associations to deliver large-scale decarbonisation projects across the country. These partnerships are built on a shared commitment to sustainability, ensuring that energy-efficient housing becomes more accessible, resilient, and future-proof.
By integrating whole-house retrofit principles, Green Gnomes ensures that each project is tailored to the specific needs of both properties and residents. This method not only reduces energy consumption and carbon emissions but also enhances comfort, affordability, and long-term living conditions for tenants.
Looking ahead, Green Gnomes is preparing for the launch of Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund Wave 3. This initiative presents new opportunities for scaling up decarbonisation efforts, allowing the company to expand its reach and deliver sustainable housing solutions to even more communities.
With additional funding and industry-wide support, Green Gnomes is eager to continue driving innovation and energy efficiency, reinforcing its mission to help shape a future where sustainable, high-performance homes are the norm – not the exception.
The Retrofit Academy Awards 2025
The Retrofit Academy Awards 2025 took place in London as part of the National Retrofit Conference, celebrating excellence in retrofit across the UK. Thank you to all our finalists, winners, and sponsors for making the event a success! Stay tuned as we prepare to launch the 2026 Awards.
The Retrofit Academy Awards 2026 – Save the Date!
- 01 September 2025: 2026 Entries Open
- 28 November 2025: Entry Deadline
- January 2026: Shortlist Announced
- 03 March 2026: Awards Ceremony
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