As the UK moves toward the 2027 Future Homes Standard and the Solar Mandate, SME housebuilders are becoming increasingly vital to delivering sustainable, high-quality homes at scale. In this episode of Shaping a Greener Tomorrow, Mark White, Managing Director of Bargate Homes, and board member of both the Future Homes Hub and the Home Builders Federation, joins host and UPOWA Managing Director Paul Terry to explore the future of SME development. This conversation dives into the challenges and opportunities shaping the sector: planning reform, regulatory changes, skills and supply chain capacity, policy influence, and the innovative design and technology choices helping SMEs meet evolving standards. Tune in for insights on: Why SME housebuilders play a critical role in meeting UK sustainability and housing targets The biggest regulatory and planning challenges facing smaller developers  How industry bodies like the Future Homes Hub and HBF are supporting SME voices  The importance of skills, collaboration, and local supply chains  How Bargate Homes is designing for sustainability while maintaining affordability  Where solar, battery storage, ASHPs and EV charging fit into compliance and consumer demand What the 2027 Future Homes Standard and Solar Mandate mean for SMEs  The innovations likely to transform UK housebuilding over the next decade Resources & mentions: Bargate HomesFuture Homes Hub HBF ⁠Future Homes Standard⁠ ⁠Brickability Group PLC ⁠ UPOWAIf you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate and review to help others discover the UPOWA Shaping a Greener Tomorrow podcast. Subscribe now and join the conversation as we inspire change to help shape a more sustainable future for the built environment.

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