Who are Insulate Britain and what do they want?

For the past few monthsInsulate Britain have been blocking roads in an effort to pressure the government into sealing up the UK ’s leaky, draughty housing-stock. So why are a group of eco-activists facing confrontations from angry drivers, and evenrisking injury, for insulation? Shivani Dave speaks to environment correspondentMatthew Taylor about Insulate Britain ’s demands and explores the possible health benefits of properly insulated homes with Dr James MilnerContinue reading...

Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - October 21, 2021 Category: Science Authors: Presented by Shivani Dave and produced by Madeleine Finlay Tags: Science Housing Health Climate crisis Cop26 Energy Fossil fuels Source Type: news