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WORKING ACROSS WARWICKSHIRE, WORCESTERSHIRE, COVENTRY & SURROUNDING AREAS At Act on Energy we encourage energy conservation by providing free and impartial advice to householders a...
With energy prices continuing to rise many people in the UK will struggle to keep their homes adequately warm in winter. The global market for oil has seen price rises which have, ...
When we need to change the heating, lighting or hot water system in our home it can be a costly project. With the emphasis on energy saving and energy efficiency, it is hard to kno...
Before you begin to make changes to your home in order to make it more energy efficient, it is essential to assess how much energy you use in what areas of your home. There are thr...
In order for the government to meet its targets to reduce UK carbon emissions by 15% by 2016, it is essential for everyone to get involved in energy saving.Many people are aware of...
It is important for everyone to start becoming more energy efficient and there are now hundreds of very simple actions you can take which will make a big difference. In this sectio...
Our homes and work places contribute vastly to the levels of Carbon Dioxide (C02) in the atmosphere. The government has over the last few years established a way for homes and buil...
Who we areAct on Energy is a 'not for profit' organisation and a registered environmental charity. Our purpose is to promote energy conservation by providing free and impartial adv...
Local Energy Saving HomesA new feature to be linked to our website during spring 2012 and will include case studies of local homes where energy saving measures have been installed....
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Act on Energy is able to provide support services to social housing providers with properties in Warwickshire, Worcestershire and Coventry. The Social Housing Energy Forum has a me...
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Act on Energy is able to provide support services to all local authorities in Warwickshire, Worcestershire and Coventry and surrounding areas. Services are provided through service...
Insulation Grants
Both the government and energy suppliers offer help to people who do not have adequate insulation. Most of the UK’s housing stock is made up of older buildings which were not built...
Installing more insulation in your loft can significantly reduce your heating bills and keep your home much warmer. Up to 25% of heat can be lost through the roof space and simply ...
Home Improvement Grants
If you are a homeowner, landlord or tenant and there are repairs and improvements which need to be undertaken there are two main agencies which can help you: - The Home Improvement...
Central Heating Grants
Many homes in the UK are not adequately heated or have systems which are not up to date or modernised to be more energy efficient. The government has put in place legislation which...
Renewable Energy Grants
For anyone looking to install solar thermal renewable energy solutions in their home you may be eligible for a small grant through the Renewable Heat Premium Payment?This is a UK G...
The government and many banks and building societies are now offering “green loans” to home owners. These are loans which are to be used specifically for sustainable or green proje...
If your boiler is more than 10 years old it is likely that it will not be performing as energy efficiently as it should and could be costing you more money than you should be payin...
If you are looking to install a solar system into your property it is important to consider which type of technology will suit your needs. There are two main types of solar power: ...
Insulation is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to save money, energy and the environment. Most of the homes we live in are inadequately insulated, whether this is in the walls ...
If you have to replace your heating and hot water system it is essential to ensure you install an energy efficient boiler or system. Heating and hot water can be supplied through t...
The sun is one of the most powerful sources of energy we can use and it is constant and renewable. Solar panel heating and photovoltaics are becoming a popular means for home owner...
With the advent of renewable energy technology many people are now looking to install systems into their home which will take advantage of the earth’s natural resources to generate...
Energy Conservation Consultant
Energy conservation and efficiency has become one of the government’s main political agenda’s over recent years and although much has been done to encourage home owners to act, the...
Energy Consultant
Act on Energy is an organisation which has many years experience in energy efficiency for homes, the community, education and businesses. We can provide individual advice which is ...
Green Energy Consulting
With so much information available about renewable energy, going green and saving energy it can be hard to know where to start. There are some very good resources such as the Carbo...
Insulation Consultant
Insulation is one of the cheapest and most effective ways to save energy in your home. In order to find out how much insulation you might need and what type of insulation is best f...
There are courses available nationally which will enable you to achieve a qualification in subjects surrounding energy efficiency. National Energy Action (NEA) offers an Energy Awa...
By October 2008 all buildings which are to be bought, sold or rented will need to have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). The EPC is designed to provide potential buyers or t...
Reduce Carbon Footprint
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) is a colourless and odourless gas which is released into the atmosphere as a result of burning fossil fuels. Fossil fuels are: - Oil - Gas - CoalCurrently ther...
Energy Awareness
With the recent price rises in energy supply, the UK home owner is now realising that bills are significantly increasing and realising that steps must be taken to change daily habi...
Energy Advice
Act on Energy is dedicated to providing clear and practical advice for home owners looking to: - Improve the energy efficiency of their home - Make homes more comfortable - Reduce...
How to Reduce Energy Bills
Our gas, electric and oil bills are predicted to increase again over the next 12 months and this means that over the last 5 years our energy bills will have doubled. In 2005 the av...
Energy Consumption
The UK is tasked with reducing its carbon dioxide emissions by 20% to below 1990 levels by the year 2020. Nearly a third of UK emissions come from our homes and the actions we take...
Saving Energy
Saving energy is not simply about helping the environment and increasing the longevity of the planet; it is about looking at how we live our lives and what we spend on keeping warm...
The Government has a target to produce 10% of all UK electricity from renewable sources by 2010 and 20% by 2020. It currently stands at around 3%.Fossil fuels, coal gas and oil, ge...
Energy Performance Certificate Provider
The energy we consume in our homes has become of primary importance to the government over the last five years. With the 2016 deadline approaching, the UK still has a long way to g...
Energy Efficiency Assessor
In order to obtain an Energy Performance Certificate for your home, you will need to engage the services of an accredited assessor. All homes are different and so the assessor will...
Fuel poverty is defined as someone who spends more than 10% of their income on heating their home and keeping warm. The UK has seen many people suffer from the effects of not being...
Tackling fuel poverty is high on the government’s agenda and with fuel prices rising and predicted to double again over the next two years, the focus is very much on keeping Britai...
There are three main areas where you can save energy at home - Heating and hot water - Lighting - Appliances and electrical productsHeating and hot waterMost of the energy we use i...
Electricity has doubled in price over the last two years and is likely to do the same again in the next two years. Electricity is more expensive than gas and also is more detriment...
Many home owners do not realise how much electricity they are using on a day to day basis. There are now many products on the market which can easily tell you how much electricity ...
Reducing our energy consumption will not only have a positive effect on the environment but will also help cut our fuel bills and save money. UK households are responsible for over...
Over 13% of the energy we use in our homes is to power the electrical products and appliances we use on a daily basis. Much of the power we need is for our “white goods”; these are...
ProductsIn order to encourage people to consider the energy they are using inside their homes, the Energy Saving Trust established Energy Efficiency Recommended labels. Initially t...
As one of the UK’s newest emerging markets, renewable energy technology is also one of the fastest growing and there are many companies who are producing products for domestic and ...
Environmental Consultants can work in a variety of fields ranging from home energy audits to large scale development plans and conservation issues. A consultant will look at water,...
The external walls in our homes allow heat to transfer from the inside to the outside. In houses built over the last 50 years the method of construction was to create a cavity betw...
The government is focusing on ensuring every home is more energy efficient in order to help reduce fuel bills and make homes more environmentally friendly. There are many private a...
Green Loans to assist with green installations may be avaialble through your local Credit UnionCredit Unions are small non-profit financial organisations set up by people with some...
Most people have heard of the Home Inspection Packs which were introduced in 2007 to give buyers and sellers more information about their homes and then abandoned a few years later...
All energy suppliers in Britain are bound by legislation to supply a certain amount of energy from renewable sources to their customers. The percentage of energy supplied is increa...
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Slowly but surely everyone is realising that making energy saving changes in the home or the office does not just serve to help save the planet but also saves a significant amount ...
UK businesses contribute a significant amount to the carbon emissions emitted into the atmosphere across the nation and there are some simple steps every business can take to signi...
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Alongside the government's strategy for sustainable schools, Eco schools has also been established, which is an award programme helping schools begin the journey towards being more...
There are many actions a school can take to save energy on a daily basis. It is important to encourage children to get involved and take part in achieving milestones for the school...
It has been reported that schools across the UK spend just under £400 million on energy every year and account for nearly 15% of public sector carbon emissions. It is critical from...
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If you are looking to build or buy a new home then there are some guidelines you need to ensure have been followed and adhered to. The Code for Sustainable Homes is a set of regula...
With the introduction of the Code for Sustainable Homes, the UK is now well on its way to becoming a greener country. The code replaced the EcoHomes strategy in 2007 and is now a f...
The government has established a new standard for all social housing throughout the UK. By 2010 all social housing must meet these standards. Many council houses are in need of ren...
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In order for the UK to reduce its carbon emissions targets we all must become more energy efficient in our daily lives. Our homes are one of the biggest contributors to carbon leve...
With the price of fuel increasing every month home owners are now being forced to consider how they heat and light their homes and what it costs them. The days of cheap gas are now...
It is important for everyone to become more aware of how we use energy in our daily lives at home. Around 30% of the UK’s carbon emissions come from our households and with ever in...
Install Central Heating pages: - Gas Central Heating.
Install Insulation pages: - Loft Insulation.
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Gas central heating is one of the most common forms of heating supplied to our homes. The way we heat our homes in the UK does vary significantly but since the switch over from tow...
Where gas cannot be supplied, usually in more remote country locations, oil fired central heating is one of the most common systems used. Oil prices can fluctuate greatly and oil r...
Electricity has typically been more expensive than most other forms of heating in the UK and currently still is expensive by comparison. However, this situation is slowly changing,...
Fossil fuels have consistently been slated by scientists as being the main reason for climate change and the emissions of C02 into the atmosphere. For many years before gas and ele...
Renewable Heating pages: - Wood Burners.
Loft insulation is one of the most effective forms of energy efficiency in your home and should be one of the first actions you take to help reduce your bills and save energy. Addi...
Insulation is the best way to keep your house cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Insulation keeps heat in during the winter when we put our heating on and prevents heat fro...
One of the best ways to reduce your heating bills and help save the planet is to install more insulation in your loft and walls. It is possible to save over £300 per year on fuel b...
Before the proliferation of gas and electricity most homes were heated through real fires or stoves. The industry has seen a resurgence in recent years due to ever increasing fuel ...
Ground Source HeatingGround source heating is a very good way to heat your home and could provide all of the energy you need. However if you are considering installing ground sourc...
The terms biomass and bio fuels have become commonplace terms in the last 5 years but there is still quite a lot of confusion about what it actually is and what it can be used for....
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TRAINING COURSES - 2011/12We offer a range of different training courses as well as the opportunity to put together bespoke training packages to suit your requirements. Training ca...
TRAINING COURSES - 2011/12We offer a range of different training courses as well as the opportunity to put together bespoke training packages to suit your requirements. Training ca...
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S.W.A.T. events week: 18th - 22nd October 2010Switch It Off Week: 25th - 29th October 2010Switch It Off (SIO) week has taken place each autumn and culiminates in the Big Switch Off...
The ResultsThe Switch It Off Campaign took place from 20th - to 24th October 2008, culminating in the Big Switch Off on Friday 24th October.Last year's Switch it Off campaign once ...
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The Energy Bill (2011) includes the Green Deal as its main provision and will replace grants as the way to help householders and businesses invest in reducing their energy use. It ...
Energy suppliers are required by the Government to financially support and promote home energy savings and they currently do this by subsidising energy saving improvements. After 2...
The Warm Home Discount has been introduced by the government to provide rebates on gas and electricity bills for vulnerable customers.Eligible customers will be identified and cont...
In order to make UK homes more energy efficient, the government has set up a scheme called Warm Front. It is designed to help people who may not be able to afford home improvements...
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