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Gifts to help loved ones keep warm this Christmas
This practical gift guide is full of presents to help the people you love keep warm and save energy this holiday season.
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Michael’s story
Michael’s home was so cold that his grandchildren couldn’t visit him, leaving him isolated.
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Advice for making older and traditional homes energy efficient
A community event highlighted common problems in older and traditional homes as attendees share stories and get valuable guidance.
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Prepare your home for extreme cold weather
Tips to prepare for extreme cold weather. Ice and frost can have a significant impact on the structural integrity, efficiency, and overall well-being …
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What we’re working on
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Committee on Fuel Poverty qualitative research
Uncovering what helps and hinders low-income households in the energy transition, and how government retrofit schemes can make a difference.
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Solar Wizard calculator
Solar Wizard is a household and community solar PV assessment calculator to support more people and communities to get solar power.
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Advice Projects
Smart energy action plans – a pilot
Tailored advice for vulnerable customers to help ensure they are not excluded from the benefits of the future smart energy system.
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Home energy advice
Browse our popular advice pages on domestic energy use.
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How much electricity am I using?
To save money on your electricity bill, it helps to focus on the things that use the most, and it’s not always what you think.
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Can’t pay your energy bill?
If you can’t pay your energy bills, should you stop paying altogether? Read our advice.
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Upgrading and replacing your boiler
If your boiler more than 10 years old, replacing it with a new high-efficiency model will save you energy and money.
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Heat pumps
When it comes to low-carbon heating, it seems everyone is talking about heat pumps. But what are they? How do they work? And could you heat your home …
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