Helping to save energy for Stafford area ... and for our planet!
The government's 165-page Clean Growth Strategy promises to cut carbon emissions while ensuring affordable energy for homes and businesses. Can it deliver? Read more here.
Welcome to the Save Your Energy website, which is packed with practical advice and information about how to save energy in your home or business, and how to generate your own heat or electricity using renewable energy sources.
Cut carbon emissions: Saving energy will cut your bills and reduce your carbon emissions. This is vital if we are to reduce the impact of climate change, now and in the future.
Over 150,000 visitors per year: Although intended mainly for people living in and around Stafford, Staffordshire, much of the information is useful wherever you are, and we welcome visitors from far and wide.
Local case studies and services: This site also tells you about households and businesses who have made energy-saving changes, and provides links to localcompanies providing relevant products and services.
Non-profit: The website, founded in 2008, is maintained by Sustainability Matters, a not-for-profit community group, and is supported by Stafford Borough Council. Let us know if you have any ideas or suggestions to improve the site, or would like to feature your energy-saving project on the site - just click .
Your community: Thinking about solar panels for your community hall or social club, or want to make your neighbourhood more eco-friendly? See our Community Energy section for advice and tips or to add your event or activity to the 'What's on' list.
NEW THIS MONTH:
Government launches Clean Growth Strategy Increased RHI rates get green light Rural communities hit hardest by rising energy costs Optimiser makes the most of solar PV 'Peak oil' demand before supply? Energy storage: a smart move?
Cooking - a menu for saving
ADVICE, GRANTS AND OFFERS
Give your home a health check!Free help and advice from Stafford Borough Council
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Keep warm, manage fuel bills
Warmer Homes Stafford'Act now to get your £140 Warm Home Discount for this winter'Live in Stafford Borough? Then talk to us today about finding help |
Companies and installersUse our list of local suppliers to find what you're looking forClick on 'Where to find help?' above |
Suffering financial hardship? |
Focus on Feed-in Tariffs
Click here for our handy summary of the latest rates
Health Through Warmth
Do you know someone whose health is affected by cold living conditions?
Do they require assistance with the installation of heating and insulation that they cannot fully fund themselves?
Click here for more information about npower's Health Through Warmth, and how it may be able to help
Go Energy Shopping ... now!Citizens' Advice help you find your best deal for gas and electricity |
HELP AND ADVICE FROM SAVE YOUR ENERGY:
- Energy debts? Help is available here
- Collective switching for better energy deals
- How to combat the cold this winter
- Warm Home Discount of £140 on your winter 2017-18 electricity bill: do you qualify?
- Winter Fuel Payment of £200 to £300: are you claiming yours?
- Cold Weather Payment: not a lot!
- GRANTS for insulation and heating: all about ECO!
- Community bulk oil buying scheme through the Community Council of Staffordshire
- Get a FREE home fire risk check from Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service. Phone freephone 0800 0241 999 to book your visit from a firefighter!
- Renewable Heat Incentive: what, when and how much? All you need to know!
- Use the government's Energy Grants Calculator to see what grants or other energy help you are entitled to.
- LOOKING FOR BETTER DEALS on gas or electric? Click here
- READ about 'green' energy tariffs
For free impartial energy advice:
If you live in England, Wales or Northern Ireland, phone the Energy Saving Advice Service
on 0300 123 1234 (national rate calls).
If you live in Scotland phone Home Energy Scotland free on 0808 808 2282.
Do you live in a rented property in Stafford Borough? Are you concerned about the state of the property or its management? You can phone the Housing Standards team at Stafford Borough Council on 01785 619000, for advice.
NOTE: Some deals for energy efficiency measures may apply to homeowners only. Tenants should consult with their landlords before taking any action.
Stafford Area Community SolarSolar PV discount scheme for Stafford BoroughClick here for full detailsTax-free, index-linked investment in clean, green energy! Phone 0845 2263 233 for a free no-obligation survey! Health check for your solar panels HERE! |
News
Issues concerning energy and climate change are the responsibility of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS). The minister responsible for Climate Change is now Claire Perry, deputy to Secretary of State Greg Clark (pictured).
Act now to claim your £140 Warm Home Discount!
Rural communities losing out on energy efficiency
Energy price rises blamed on 'green taxes' - or more fake news?
Government revises RHI for 2017
Ofgem 'remedies' for energy market
'We Love Littleworth' - lots happening!
Visit the news archive to view older items by clicking here.
What's your environmental footprint?
Energy use is a factor in measuring how much of the planet's resources we are taking. Other aspects of lifestyle are also important, such as what we eat, where and how we travel, and how much 'stuff' we accumulate. Use WWF's Footprint Calculator to see if you are using more than your fair share, and what you can do to reduce your footprint.
What do I do with old lightbulbs?The Recolight scheme has over 3000 collection points in the UK, and recovers over 90% of materials for reuse. Recolight collection points can be found on their website. |
Did you know?
According to a recent report from the International Energy Agency (IAE), global emissions of greenhouse gases can be reduced to meet the target set by the Paris Agreement, using existing technology. This would limit warming to 'well below 2C'. Although technically feasible, the IAE admits this would be a 'very challenging pathway'.
BREAKDOWN ROAD CLOCK
This online counter from the Environmental Transport Association displays 'live' statistics about road transport in the UK, such as daily CO2 emissions, miles travelled by each type of vehicle, and even the number of bikes stolen. Why not check it out?!
BEWARE DOORSTEP METER SCAM!!
Don't buy cut-price prepayment meter tops-up on the doorstep!
This is a scam and you'll end up paying twice. If you think you have been offered a cloned meter key or card, report the incident anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. For more information see the Citizens Advice website.
Got a complaint about your energy bill or energy supplier?Contact the local Citizen's Advice Bureau County Adviceline: OR check the national Citizen's Advice website. This now has lots of guidance and information about many topics including electricity, gas, and energy suppliers. See http://www.adviceguide.org.uk/ |