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Research & consultancy
My community
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News
Response to default energy tariffs for households: call for evidence
In our response to the default energy tariffs for households call for evidence CSE highlights a move to half-hourly electricity pricing could leave pe …
Renewables Policy Energy justice -
News
Working towards a people-centred sustainable transition
Megan shares her experiences of working with communities to take action on climate change and fuel poverty.
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News
Lack of translation services leaves energy consumers out in the cold
Only two of the UK’s 12 largest energy suppliers offer translation services to customers who don’t speak English.
Policy Energy justice -
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Your donation has double the impact this April
Donate to our Green Match Fund appeal to support CSE’s work with communities. For one week, every pound you donate will be doubled.
Community energy Team CSE
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Advice
How much money could you earn through the Demand Flexibility Service?
The DFS rewards people for cutting their energy use at peak times. Find out how rewards are calculated and how much you’re likely to earn.
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Resource
“We need to come together”
How a deprived Bristol suburb came to own the biggest onshore wind turbine in England (Sept 2023).
Fuel poverty Community energy Planning Renewable energy -
Project
THERMOS
Software enabling local authorities, developers and consultants to scale up to meet heat networking planning project demands.
Policy Planning -
News
Our CCC report shows local climate action hampered by Whitehall
Lack of clarity about central government policy is undermining the ability of local planners to mitigate and adapt to climate change
Planning
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Advice
How much electricity am I using?
To save money on your electricity bill, it helps to focus on the things that use the most, and it’s not always what you think.
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Advice
Air source heat pumps
An economical and low-carbon space heating option for well-insulated homes.
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Advice
Can’t pay your energy bill?
If you can’t pay your energy bills, should you stop paying altogether? Read our advice.
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Advice
Upgrading and replacing your boiler
If your boiler more than 10 years old, replacing it with a new high-efficiency model will save you energy and money.
Keeping your home warm
Jobs at CSE
Join us and play an exciting and rewarding part in our mission to combat climate change and the misery of cold homes.