CSE's Home Visit Advanced project proves that in-depth, face-to-face energy advice can create lasting change for people in vulnerable circumstances. Our advisors can assess living conditions, observe energy usage habits, and provide tailored solutions 👇 cse.org.uk/news/the-power…

Along with 13 other charities, we've signed a letter calling for a single social tariff for water. Currently, water companies have their own schemes but this has led to a postcode lottery for low-income customers. Read more in The Guardian today. theguardian.com/business/artic…

Our partners Retrofit West CIC have been working with West of England Combined Authority to bring home #retrofit advice to local communities. Watch their video showing how community groups can play a key role in promoting retrofit in their local area 🏠👇 x.com/westofenglandc…

We recently piloted a new kind of energy advice – helping people benefit from smart energy options and understand how they work and what’s right for their circumstances. Here’s what we discovered 👇 cse.org.uk/news/helping-p…

Today @Ofgem revealed that energy bills will rise by £149 a year. Our figures show that this will put an extra 400,000 households into #FuelPoverty, with 6 million UK households forced to choose between falling into debt or going cold throughout winter.

✨ Mythbusting #SolarPanels CSE's retrofit expert, Steve addresses common misconceptions about solar panels and how, with the right approach and proper installation, they can work for your home ☀️👇 homebuilding.co.uk/advice/myths-a…

Since 2015, the Thrive Renewables Community Benefit fund has helped community buildings to be more energy efficient. We reflect on some of the ways this money has been used and why improving these buildings is is important for the community 💚👇 cse.org.uk/news/community…

We're working with NorthernGasNetworks to offer funding to grassroots organisations in the NGN area to provide energy-saving advice to people in vulnerable circumstances. Up to £21k plus relevant training is available for successful orgs. Check eligibility & apply 👇 cse.org.uk/my-community/c…

We've just released a major report for the government Committee on Fuel Poverty on helping fuel-poor households achieve net zero. Our research reveals key barriers and solutions for making homes more energy efficient. Check it out here: cse.org.uk/research-consu…

Want to keep up with the latest in smart energy? 💡 Our new Smart & Fair free webinar series provides regular updates on consumers and the smart energy market. Sign up to the first session, happening on Monday 30 September at 2-3pm - here 👇 eventbrite.co.uk/e/introductory…

Our next Energy Essentials training session is on 25 September at the CSE offices in central Bristol 💡 This half day course is perfect for anyone working with vulnerable people facing cold homes and high energy bills. Book your spot today👇 eventbrite.co.uk/e/domestic-ene…

CSE supports means-testing Winter Fuel Payments, but calls for protection of vulnerable households. We urge government to fund advice services, introduce social tariffs & invest in energy projects. cse.org.uk/news/winter-fu…

📣 Bristol Energy Network is offering free bespoke energy audits for nine community buildings in #Bristol. This will help you increase the energy efficiency of your building, reducing your bills and environmental impact. Interested? Fill in this form 👇 surveymonkey.com/r/WYPRH77

Our new report for the Govt committee on fuel poverty explores how to make energy efficiency schemes work better for those who need them most. Read more: cse.org.uk/research-consu…

This funding will help us to continue offering our free energy advice service to people in Bristol 💚 Our friendly advisors help those struggling with their energy bills and living in cold homes.

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of joining John Darvall on BBC Radio Bristol to discuss our commitment to support CSE's free energy advice helpline with £20,000 annually for the next four years 📻 Learn more about this important initiative here 👇 bristolcityleap.co.uk/bristol-city-l…

Steve, CSE's retrofit expert, debunks some #HeatPump myths in this article by MyHomebuilding. Are they noisy? Will it devalue your home? Are they more expensive than gas? All these questions, and more, answered 👇 homebuilding.co.uk/advice/heat-pu…

📢 CALLING ALL HEATING AND COOLING EXPERTS! Join us on 17 Sept to discuss: How to Finance Sustainable Solutions in District Heating? ♨ ❄️ See the full description, agenda, & sign up below 👇 actionheat.eu/events/actonhe… #heatingandcooling #districtheating #sustainablefinance

Tahlia participated in our Bright Green Future programme, which supports young people to develop leadership and sustainability skills. Tahlia realised how common environmental issues are in her daily life, particularly in her older Victorian home 👇 cse.org.uk/news/tahlias-s…

Since 2017, we’ve been delivering climate change and energy workshops to primary schools across South Gloucestershire. With the start of a new school year, we’re back again, empowering students to respond to the climate crisis with positive action 👇 cse.org.uk/my-community/c…