Portsmouth City Council, GB develops Switched On Portsmouth program to cut household energy costs

Portsmouth City Council, GB Switched On Program Energy Costs

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This energy-saving program improves energy usage in households with health issues or receiving assistance. Portsmouth works with the Local Energy Advice Partnership (LEAP) to arrange free energy audits. These audits often lead to light bulb replacements and billing assistance. Referred households may qualify for free central heating systems and boiler repairs. Switched On Portsmouth also offers an energy-switch service and energy-efficient appliance swaps.

Energy Solutions Citizen Engagement Utilities

Portsmouth City Council, GB

Unitary authority in England

United Kingdom

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Switched On Portsmouth - Save Energy. Save Money

Switched On Portsmouth provides residents with free energy & money saving initiatives including free central heating installation and expert advice.

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Switched On Impact Report

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Switched on Portsmouth reports big impact on fuel poverty mitigation and domestic energy efficiency with annual impact report | Local Government Association

Switched On Portsmouth was launched in November 2019 by Portsmouth City Council to provide a comprehensive service to offer Portsmouth, Gosport and Havant residents ways in which they can save energy and money in their homes.

Project Succeeded

Switched On Portsmouth saved £818,844 in energy costs during its first winter. The program received 1,449 referrals, replaced 73 boilers, and installed 137 central heating systems.

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