Helping to save energy for Stafford area ... and for our planet!
Onshore and offshore wind turbines generated 15% of the UK's electricity in 2017, helping to make it a record-breaking year for renewables, including the first 'coal-free' days since the 1880s. Read the full story 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.
Nearly 200,000 unique visits 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:
2017 hailed as 'greenest ever' for UK electricity New help for Stafford residents to heat their homes Record rise in greenhouse gas levels Government launches Clean Growth Strategy Increased RHI rates get green light
Freeze your energy bills
Try to position your fridge or freezer in a cool place, not next to the cooker, boiler, or in the sun.ADVICE, GRANTS AND OFFERS
Give your home a health check!Free help and advice from Stafford Borough Council
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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 helpFOR WINTER 2017-18, residents on less than a £21,000 household income – after paying their rent or mortgage – those with young children, households with less than £12,000 in savings and people with certain disabilities could be eligible for financial assistance. See 'New help to heat your home for Stafford residents'or check out the Warmer Homes Stafford website |
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
Your energy supplyCitizens' Advice helps you find answers to all your questions! |
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.