We're all aware of the threat posed by climate change and global warming. Increasing levels of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere mean that more heat is being trapped and the planet's temperature is rising. Energy consumption in the home is a major source of greenhouse gases.
Use the links below to find out how we can lower greenhouse gas levels by making your home more 'energy efficient'.
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There are a number of ways in which we can help your home stay warm for longer and lower your fuel bills (and also reduce your C02 emissions):
By taking some of these measures you can save up to £200 a year on your fuel bills, stay warmer for longer and help save the planet by reducing your CO2 emissions (which are partly to blame for global warming).
Insulation is by far the most effective way of achieving this as it reduces the rate at which heat escapes and means less money is needed to keep the house or flat warm. Try to insulate your walls and lofts and keep doors and windows closed to stop heat from escaping.
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People in cold, damp homes are more likely to suffer from:
Nearly 55,000 people die each winter because they can't afford to heat their homes properly. Do you find yourself turning the heating down or off during the Winter to save money? Does this sound like someone you know?
These are some the ways in which we can help:
Advice regarding grants, energy efficiency and the latest information can be obtained from the Energy Efficiency Advice Centre
Telephone: Free phone 0800 512 012
Householders on benefits can claim up to £2,700 if:
Grants are available to owner-occupiers and people who rent their homes from private landlords to provide insulation measures, heating systems including repair or replacing a central heating boiler or providing gas central heating.
Telephone: Freephone 0800 316 2814
web: http://www.eaga.co.uk
Your tenants could be eligible for a grant of up to £2700 for FREE improvements to the heating and insulation of your properties?
If any of your properties and your tenants could benefit from a Warm Front grant, please contact the Warm Front Team on 0800 247 3800.
The Heat Project is supported by Hastings Borough Council to provide grants and discounted prices to insulate lofts and cavity walls. This will help reduce your home’s energy consumption (and therefore the level of greenhouse gases) together with your fuel bill.
If you are in receipt of an income related or disability benefit you may be able to receive Free insulation.
Telephone: Freephone 0800 093 4050
This grant is available from Hastings Borough Council for owner-occupiers on a low income, whose central heating is in need of repair.
Telephone: 01424 451356
Everybody can receive grants for insulation measures to stay healthy and warm. Whether you own your own home or rent, call the Energy Care Network free and find out how they can help.
Telephone: Freephone 0800 389 1945
The Government currently makes this payment to every household containing someone aged 60 or over, regardless of their circumstances.
Telephone: 08459 15 15 15
Discounts and grants for loft and cavity wall insulation may be available from your gas or electricity supplier.
Contact them for details.
If you are considering installing a solar hot water heating system, photovoltaic (PV) cells on your roof or other renewable energy system such as a wind power or micro-hydro system, there are grants available.
One of the main benefits of renewable energy is that, when used with other energy efficiency measures, it reduces Carbon Dioxide emissions.
Telephone: 0800 512 012
web: http://www.est.org.uk
This is provided free by suppliers of gas and electricity to those who are:
It includes:
To register contact your gas and electricity supplier. Their phone number and address are on the back of your bill. Or Telephone Energy Efficiency Officer on 01424 451356
This is an independent gas and electricity consumer watchdog. They give free advice to consumers.
Telephone: Freephone 0845 906 0708
Web: www.energywatch.org.uk
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(You may be eligible for a grant for some of these)
Try to keep a constant temperature of 18-21 degrees celsius (64 - 70 degrees fahrenheit) in all rooms. If this isn't possible or affordable, keep one room warm but pre-heat the bed and bedroom.
Make sure you have some hot food and drink everyday.
Take a little exercise every day.
Wrap up warmly before going out - no matter how short the trip
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For further advice on any matter relating to Energy Efficiency in your home please contact our Housing Renewal Services section.
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This page last updated: 31/05/2005