In 2026, Habitat for Humanity GB commissioned the LSE Housing and Communities team to explore the evidence around the environmental and social impact of empty building conversions, and its interaction with global climate objectives.
The report made recommendations on:
- Using conversion to achieve a Net Zero carbon approach and support the UK’s Net Zero and housing goals
- Economic and social cost benefit aspects of conversions
- Supporting upskilling and job creation to meet the technical requirements of commercial conversion opportunities