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A unique study, involving a full-scale terraced house built inside a chamber, hopes to find ways the UK housing sector can cut its energy use. The University of Salford project will assess how energy efficiency technology performs in a range of conditions. Researchers say homes account for 25% of emissions, which needs to be tackled if the UK is to meet its target of cutting emissions by 80% by 2050.

The Energy House was officially opened by Climate Change Minister Greg Barker.

Researchers will be able to control heat, light and humidity allowing the team to subject the house to a range of weather conditions such as freezing temperatures, rain and snow.

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