
We use this space to spark ideas and imaginations on how improving energy efficiency will improve the world.

Energy Efficiency Quick Tips for GP Practices
Understanding your heating controls Heating controls are essential for achieving energy efficiency in buildings. By understanding how these controls work, you can avoid wasting energy in unoccupied spaces or having competing heating and cooling running at the same time. Manuals for heating controls can be found on a manufacturer’s website. Ensure staff know which of…

Support for businesses and organisations in Oxford City – Build Back Better
As energy prices skyrocket for businesses, we’ve gained new funding to support organisations in Oxford City. If you have a building in Oxford City and want fully funded energy efficiency support, you should get in touch. Our experienced team can provide energy assessments and investment support. We aim to boost the installation of retrofit energy…

Saving Energy and Carbon at Thame Racquets Fitness Centre
Thame Racquets Fitness Centre – Business type: Leisure & Hospitality– Primary goals: reduce the environmental impact of the business– Measures: LED lighting, hot water timers, sauna timers, insulate pipework and suspended ceiling, reduce overnight electricity use Background A recent survey found that the two main barriers to action for small businesses wanting to transition to…

Energy Efficiency for GP Practices
Experts from the Energy Solutions Oxfordshire team took part in a webinar with Healthcare professionals covering energy efficiency for GP Practices. The Greener Practice network is a community of healthcare professionals working together to inspire sustainable primary care. We’ve selected a short series of highlights from the webinar which you can watch below. Understanding how…

Fast-track £5.8bn of energy efficiency and clean heat funding, says think-tank
A new report from the think-tank Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR), warns that the Government is “critically undermining” its own sustainability pledges by delaying financial support for clean heat and energy efficiency. The report also warns the Government is failing to get on track to deliver its commitment to £9.2bn of energy efficiency spending this…