energy saving

12 Dec 2022

Hello electric, goodbye gas

We are in a climate emergency. And we are in a cost-of-living crisis, with energy at the forefront of it. These things are not …

17 Nov 2022

Cost of living: Council handyperson service

The council’s handyperson service can offer help to improve energy efficiency in the homes of elderly, disabled and vulnerable residents, by implementing small energy …

4 Nov 2022

Trial offers ‘smart’ air bricks to keep homes warm

A trial scheme, due to begin on 14 November, will see 50 local homes have new technology installed underneath the buildings to help cut …

28 Sep 2022

Rising energy costs and where to find help

UPDATED ON 17 OCTOBER AFTER GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT Households are facing rising energy costs – and the price cap rise on 1 October (Saturday) is …

21 Sep 2022

Warmth in the home, money in the pocket

“I’m really pleased with it. I noticed the warmth in the house was greatly improved immediately.” Maureen (not her real name) was delighted with …

31 Aug 2022

Is new ‘electric wallpaper’ the green future of heating?

‘Electric wallpaper’ using pioneering infra-red technology is being fitted in council homes in Greenford – promising an amazing ability to slash energy bills and …

14 Sep 2021

The power is in your hands

With bills rising, there has never been a better time to switch energy provider and to lock in a good deal for your household …

13 Sep 2021

Here comes the sun: Solar powered schools

Environmentally-aware pupils were excited to learn their school is getting new solar panels as part of the borough’s goal of reaching net zero carbon …

30 Aug 2021

Retrofit a big leap for green homes that are cheaper to run

A significant chunk of the UK’s harmful carbon emissions come from keeping our homes warm. But the council is using a pioneering Dutch retrofit …

27 Aug 2021

Greener homes, greener future

Did you know greener homes can save money and fight the climate crisis at the same time by reducing the amount of energy used …

3 Mar 2021

Housing to take a leap forward with Energiesprong

According to the Committee on Climate Change, 40% of the UK’s carbon emissions – which are harmful to the environment – come from households. …

17 Nov 2020

Green homes save money

Update June 2021: The government discontinued the voucher scheme but the council’s scheme for low income households has continued. The Green Homes Grant (GHG) …

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