SHAP is a membership network which acts a centre of excellence for sustainable housing. Carrying out a range of activities and their areas of work are guided by membership. The SHAP vision is that ‘all domestic dwellings will be energy efficient, resilient to extreme weather, affordable and comfortable to live in, and that this will provide a structure for sustainable communities, attractive places to live and support jobs and skills within a low carbon economy’. SHAP membership is drawn from across the housing sector and includes local authorities and other public bodies, social housing providers and contractors, consultants, suppliers and manufacturers offering services to the housing sector. SHAP was originally set up by Sustainability West Midlands as a Regional Development Agency project but now provides services across England and is recruiting new Scottish Members. More information on SHAP including ongoing research and the issues which SHAP believe are a priority. SHAP are welcoming new members. previous members have seen huge benefits from membership: “By offering informed research and information and collective sharing of relevant work, SHAP has influenced our decision-making” SHAP research showing the links between health and Housing Associations has shaped an affordable warmth project” “SHAP’s work has been instrumental in shaping legislation and helping social housing providers and local authorities understand what they need to do” “SHAP has informed and influenced our decision-making” “SHAP research has influenced our Empty Homes Strategy” SHAP OFFER and FEES 2018 – 2019 – Further information surrounding benefits and to apply for membership with SHAP click the link below. https://shapuk.wordpress.com/join-us/
