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On 12 February 2012 we will add a link on our site so that you can switch energy supplier to Co-operative Energy. They were the first to announce a reduction in energy bills in December 2011 and are the only one to reduce both gas and electricty. Why not try them out and get an extra reduction?
During 2012, we are holding a series of energy advice surgeries in conjunction with local councils, to help people take control of their heating and energy use in order to reduce their bills and stay warm.
Advice surgeries are being held in the following local authorities: Warwick, Stratford, Rugby, Worcester, Redditch, Wyre Forest, Wychavon, Malvern, Bromsgrove.
For more details of any of these events or to book an appointment with one of our energy advisors please call us on 01789 842898.
CAB centres across the country are helping people to reduce their energy bills. This includes help to switch to a cheaper supplier and making sure you are receiving all of the benefits you're entitled to.
The BIG Energy week runs from 16th to 20th January 2012.
Act on Energy will be attending the “Powering the Future: Towards sustainable energy” event at Worcester Guildhall on Saturday 17th September from 9.30 a.m. until 4.00 p.m. The event will inform people about opportunities for increasing the sustainability of energy production and use and is open to everyone. There will be speakers and an exhibition by local organisations involved in sustainable energy. So why not come and join us! For more information visit www.worcs-energy.org.uk
More than a fifth of UK households faced fuel poverty in 2010.
According to figures published by the Department of Energy and Climate Change, 5.5 million households were defined as being in fuel poverty in 2010, an increase of 22% from 2009.
This number is expected to have risen since then, after a number of recent price rises from gas and electricity suppliers.
A household is defined as being in fuel poverty when they spend more than 10% of their income on household energy.
Act on Energy provide independent advice and consultancy on tackling fuel poverty and its causes.
From 30th June 2011 a Domestic Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) will legally be required for holiday lets, where the property is rented out for a combined total of 4 months or more in any 12 month period. More details: Information on EPC's for holiday homes Act on Energy offer EPC's from £50=VAT, with bulk discounts available for three or more properties. To arrange one, call us on 01789 842898.
After receiving additional government funding Warm Front has confirmed that it is able to start taking on new applications.
In order to qualify, households must:
Amongst the changes from the old scheme:
For full details of qualifying criteria see our Central heating grants page or visit http://www.warmfront.co.uk
Worcestershire County Council has produced a thermal image of the county so you can see how well insulated your home is and find out if you could be saving money. To view the thermal image visit: Warmer Worcestershire Home Page
There are many grants and offers available to help improve the energy efficiency of your property. Act on Energy can provide information and impartial advice on whether you are eligible for free or discounted insulation.
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