WELCOME TO NeRV…
NET ZERO RESEARCH VILLAGE

Accelerating a fair and sustainable decarbonisation for all

We help homeowners make informed decisions about how to decarbonise their homes and provide test facilities for innovators, industry, policy makers and academics.

Watch our video to find out more about how NeRV is informing the transition to net zero and how you can get involved.

Our challenge is to get the UK to…

Decarbonise
properties

Decarbonise an average of 20,000 properties each week for the next 20-25 years to reach net zero by 2050

Improve
efficiency

Continue working to improve the energy and water efficiency of all UK households

Use smart
technology

Explore retrofit technologies, controls and appliances, as well as the building fabric itself.

“A unique feature of the Research Village is its capability to scale from individual houses to streets and up to regions. This scalability allows for the exploration of sector interdependencies, such as the integration of energy, transportation and water systems. By examining these interdependencies, the village can develop comprehensive strategies that maximise efficiency and sustainability across multiple sectors.”

Richard Hynes-Cooper
HEAD OF INNOVATION
NET ZERO RESEARCH VILLAGE

9
test homes

representing 2.25 million properties in England 

500+
sensors

monitoring building and energy performance

1900
data feeds

sending updates every 3-15 minutes

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