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Changeworks has partnered with the University of Edinburgh to deliver IDEAL, a cutting edge research project exploring how smart technology can help save energy in the home. They are looking for Edinburgh households (EH1-17) with gas combi boiler heating to participate.
The benefits include:
- Gaining insight into your home energy use
- Receiving a free android tablet used to display energy use information
- Receiving tailored advice from University of Edinburgh experts
- Hopefully saving money on gas and electricity bills
For more information visit changeworks.org.uk/projects/ideal
To get involved email your name, address, and contact details to IDEAL@changeworks.org.uk, or call 0131 539 8610.
An Edinburgh Community Energy Event will be held on 23 Feb 2012 from 9.00am – 1.30pm (including lunch) in the Business Centre, City Chambers, High Street, Edinburgh.
Who is it for?
Any organisation with an interest in household energy saving projects in Edinburgh, at both a local and strategic level.
What is it about?
A half-day conference bringing together community groups, third sector organisations and the City of Edinburgh Council to:
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- Share information and knowledge between key organisations
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- Improve communication between Council staff, tenant groups and community groups
- Develop mutual awareness and understanding of community projects and the Council’s energy programme
- Identify ideas and opportunities for better joint working and future initiatives
Speakers include: Cathy King, Head of Housing and Regeneration, Services for Communities, The City of Edinburgh Council; three community organisations delivering Climate Challenge Fund projects at a local level; · Mike Wagner, Engineering Manager, Housing Property Services, The City of Edinburgh Council, and Teresa Bray, Chief Executive, Changeworks
Sessions include:
· City wide energy saving projects - opportunities and joint working; · Consultation and involvement; · Information sharing and feedback
This is a City of Edinburgh Council event, facilitated by Changeworks
To book
and see more details visit the Changeworks website for the full conference programme. Please send your booking form in by Friday 10 February 2012. Numbers are limited, so early booking is essential!
If you have any queries please email Jackie McNeil.
