Plans have been put forward to encourage developers to continue with eco-friendly projects throughout the country.
Housing minister John Healey said that developers will be given greener standards to adhere to, which will make houses cheaper to maintain.
Commenting, he said: "We must build our homes to a better, greener standard.
"We are leading the way globally, with our ambitions for zero carbon homes and buildings."
Current standards will be improved, he revealed, while also helping the UK meet its target to reduce carbon emissions.
Among the features of the new homes will be improved draught-proofing, better low-energy lighting and more efficient boilers.
Better insulation will also help to make a difference, Mr Healey revealed.
Through the Climate Change Act 2008, the UK is legally required to reduce its CO2 emissions by at least 26 per cent by 2020 and its greenhouse gases by 80 per cent by 2050.
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Date Published: 19 June 2009
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