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Belper Open Eco-homes Event
Fri, 14 July 2023Take part in the Belper Open Eco-homes Event on Saturday 22nd July and Sunday 23rd July for a unique opportunity to explore sustainable home solutions.
Whether you’re considering solar panels, a heat pump, or reducing your homes energy loss, we’ve got you covered.
Discover how insulation, draught-proofing, and home energy generation can not only save you money but also make a positive impact on the environment.
At the event, local householders and businesses who have already implemented these measures will open their doors to visitors. Get inspired by their successes, learn from their experience, and become better able to embark on your own plans through your visit. Additional help is available from Transition Belper’s Energy Advice Team.
Don’t miss out on the chance to see these great ideas in action!
Click the link below to view which homes you would like to visit and book your place.
www.transitionbelper.org/belperopenecohomes/
Links CVS Funding Workshop Event
Tue, 11 July 2023Come along to the Funding Workshop led by Sue Heyes from Severn Trent Community Fund:
19th July from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00p.m.
Committee Room 1, Chesterfield Town Hall, Rose Hill, Chesterfield, S40 1LP.
Severn Trent seek to fund projects that link to key elements of community wellbeing.
For groups operating in Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire.
Maximum of 2 people from each group.
Booking is essential, click the link to register here: https://tinyurl.com/mr2ssss9
Climate Fresk Workshop
Tue, 13 June 2023A scientific, collaborative and creative workshop to learn about the climate.
Thursday 22nd June 2023
10:20 - 13:30
Derby QUAD, Market Place, Cathedral Quarter, Derby DE1 3AS.
You can't fix what you don't understand. Luckily, the Climate Fresk workshop turns climate science into a game!
Played by over 1 million people worldwide, this fun & collaborative workshop allows you to understand the essential issues of climate change in order to take action.
Based on the IPCC report, it explains the causes and consequences of climate change. Whether you're a novice or an expert, you'll learn a lot in just 3 hours.
Click the below link to find out more and take part!
Connected for Warmth - Free Energy Efficiency Measures Available
Wed, 22 March 2023Connected for Warmth is a nationwide programme that supports low income, and low energy efficient homes in England, Scotland, and Wales through fully funded heating and insulation.
The scheme is managed by AgilityEco in partnership with Affordable Warmth Solutions, and funded by National Grid.
Air Source Heat Pump Scheme
You will likely qualify for this scheme if:
• Your home has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of E, F, or G
• Your home has never had a central heating system
If you are on a low income and have a high cost of heating your home, or on a low income and vulnerable to the cold because of age, illness or disability, you may also be eligible. If you live in a privately rented property, you will need your landlord’s consent, and they may have to contribute towards the install of the air source heat pump.
In order to install the air source heat pump, your cavity walls and loft space must be insulated, which we will also be able to provide funding for.
Read more about eligibility and apply today.
Insulation
This loft and cavity wall insulation offer is available to homeowners and privately rented properties, and is subject to availability of funding.
Homes must be in Council Tax Bands A, B, C or D
Properties must also be technically suitable for the insulation measures available. For example, if you live in a flat or in a listed building it may not be possible to treat your home. This will be confirmed via your EPC or the home survey that we will undertake.
Read more about eligibility and apply today.
Great Hayfield Clean Up: Saturday March 25th 10-1.00p.m
Thu, 16 March 2023Each year, dozens of us turn out for an organised clean-up of the village to remove the litter and detritus accumulated over the winter and leave the village looking its 'better self'. Can you spare an hour or more to do this in a specified area or street? It's good fun, and you'd be amazed at the variety of litter collected. Collecting bags and litter pickers will be supplied from St Matthew's Church Hall but do bring your own gloves. There will be free refreshments at St Matthew's. We hope to see you there!