Energy Advice & Useful Links
As a generator of electricity, Heart of England Community Energy has benefited from the high energy prices that are a burden to all consumers - households, businesses and community organisations and schools. We would love to be able to supply low-cost solar power directly to local consumers, but current legislation does not allow it. Instead we are recycling our profits into helping reduce energy consumption – thereby reducing carbon emissions - and supporting the disadvantaged who are struggling with the cost of living.
Financial Assistance Programmes from third parties
The Household Support Fund is for low income households. The scheme varies by council and is managed by local councils. Act on Energy have links to specific schemes.
There are three schemes which should pay you automatically depending on your circumstances. The Warm Home Discount Scheme offers a £150 annual rebate on energy bills to eligible households. Recipients of the Guarantee Credit element of Pension Credit automatically qualify, while other low-income households may need to apply to their energy supplier.
The Winter Fuel Payment is a state benefit paid to those over state pension age as an annual, tax free, lump sum to cover winter heating costs. Pensioners with earnings over £35,000, not getting pension credit, have it reclaimed by HMRC. The Cold Weather Payment is for low income people on certain benefits who receive £25 per qualifying week, automatically
Energy Efficiency and Home Improvement Links
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Act On Energy (free, impartial advice) - https://www.actonenergy.org.uk
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Ways to save energy in your home - https://www.gov.uk/improve-energy-efficiency
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Energy Saving Trust - https://energysavingtrust.org.uk/
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Help with your energy bills - https://www.gov.uk/get-help-energy-bills
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The Great British Insulation Scheme - https://www.gov.uk/apply-great-british-insulation-scheme
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The Boiler Upgrade Scheme - https://www.gov.uk/apply-boiler-upgrade-scheme
Quick Energy-Saving Tips
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Turn down thermostat by 1°C - can save around £100/year
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Use LED bulbs - last longer and use less energy
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Draught-proof windows and doors - reduce heat loss
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Only boil water you need - saves energy and time
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Wash clothes at 30°C - cleans effectively while using less energy
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