Research participants needed for Univ Edinburgh project exploring how to save energy

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.

Free impartial energy advice from Transition Edinburgh South

Edinburgh Community Energy Event

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: · 

• Share information and knowledge between key organisations · 
• 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.

Find out how saving water can save you money

“Stop your cash going down the drain! Want to know how saving water can also save you money?

It’s really simple: reducing the amount of water and energy wasted in your home will save you money and reduce your impact on the environment. The great thing about saving water is that anyone can do it and it’s really easy to do. So whether you’re a homeowner or a tenant, making small changes to how you use hot water can make a big difference to your energy bills.

The average household spends around 30% of their gas bill on heating water, which could be as much as £200 a year.

The Energy Saving Scotland advice centre wants to let you know about ways to reduce your energy costs and carbon footprint. All you need to do is click here to complete our online Water Energy Check and we’ll send you a free, personalised report in the post advising you of a number of easy ways to save water, energy and money.

Complete the Water Energy Check for a chance to win one of five Water Efficiency ‘Goody Bags’. They’re filled with funky gadgets and gizmos to help you stop your money going down the drain. It couldn’t be easier!

If you’d like to speak to our Water Efficiency Advisor or have any questions relating to energy efficiency, generating your own energy or sustainable transport please call us on freephone 0800 512 012.”

Transition Edinburgh Pentlands Energy Fair on May 15

Transition Edinburgh Pentlands are holding an Energy Fair on May 15 , 14.00 - 16.30 in Fairmilehead Church at the Frogston Road traffic lights.

 

There will be stalls, talks, teas and fun !  Some stalls will show case community energy projects and others will be about services or products targeted at householders to help them save money on fuel, and at the same time reduce their carbon foot print.

 

 All will be welcome.  For further information contact johanna.carrie@btinternet.com