A scheme which has helped hundreds of people heat their homes has received a prestigious energy efficiency award.
Durham County Council’s Warm Homes scheme was named the best small scale project at the North East Energy Efficiency Awards held at the Gateshead Hilton hotel.
Since October 2017 the council has worked with partner organisations to install 150 new gas central heating boilers in homes across the county, as well as wall and roof insulation measures.
The scheme is helping households keep their homes warmer and in the long-term achieve lower energy bills, leading to sustainable health and wellbeing improvements.
Cllr Kevin Shaw, Cabinet member for strategic housing and assets, said: “As the average UK energy bill is now more than £1,300 per year it is becoming increasingly difficult for vulnerable residents to heat their home, prompting a decision to heat or to eat.
“Our Warm Homes project provides help for residents and anyone interested in advice about the boiler and insulation grants from the energy companies should contact the Housing Solutions Team on 03000 268 000.”
