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What is It?
As part of the initiative to reduce Carbon Dioxide emissions the charity
Community Energy Plus (CEP) is reduce energy use in the home in order to
reduce energy waste and save you money into the bargain.
What can I get?
CEP are making a number of energy and bill saving measures available to
households in Hayle. These are provided FREE and include:-
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Loft Insulation |
Cavity
Wall Insulation |
Hot Water
Tank Jackets |
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Low Energy Light Bulbs |
Security
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The exact measures which will be
available will depend on what you already have and the suitability of
them in your home. In addition to reducing your energy consumption and
reducing carbon dioxide emissions they could reduce your fuel bills by
up to 70% and reduce damp and condensation.
Do I qualify?
All homes in Hayle qualify, you do not need to be on benefits and no-one
will ask you any questions about your income or savings. There are no
age restrictions or other qualifying criteria. Any work and materials
will be provided free of charge with no further commitment, no contract
and no other catches - there is no risk, no cost and nothing to lose.
Your home will be assessed by a qualified surveyor who will determine
which of the above measures best suit you home and any work or fitting
will be done by a qualified installer. Funds are available to provide
energy saving measures to about 1000 Homes in Hayle on a strictly, first
come, first served basis.
So what do I do?
If you want to take advantage of the scheme then you should
contact The Home Health Team, Community Energy Plus, Freepost SEA14579,
Camborne, Cornwall. TR14 0BR, freephone 0800 512012, email
Community Energy Plus or come to the launch day.
Launch Day
The project will with a
launch day on March 19, at the Passmore Edwards Institute and
will provide people with an opportunity to sign up for the project, as
well as to learn more about renewable energy, sustainable building,
environmental heritage, recycling and view displays from local schools.
Children also have the opportunity to have their face painted, and
adults can join in too. The doors open at 10.30am and the event will
continue until 4.30pm.The launch day is an excellent opportunity to find
out more about the project and sign up at the same time.
The project which is the only 100 per cent energy efficiency project for
anyone, regardless of income or tenure has been made possible thanks to
funding from the Single Regeneration Budget, Neighbourhood Renewal Fund,
British Gas, EST Innovations Fund and contributions from registered
social landlords
What do you think? - have
your say in our discussion forum
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