Whilst SEA can take no responsibility for the content of the following external links, we do hope that they will prove a useful resource when considering ways to improve the energy efficiency of your home as well as the larger issue of climate change and sustainable living.
www.cat.org.uk
- the Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) web site offers free information
sheets on topics such as eco-windows, high-efficiency condensing boilers,
underfloor heating, conservatories, and insulation
www.climatechallenge.gov.uk - home page of the Government's Climate Change communication initiative, produced in partnership with the Energy Saving Trust, the Carbon Trust, the Environment Agency, and the UK Climate Impacts Programme, amongst others
www.communities.gov.uk - the Department for Communities and Local Government (CLG) web site includes a wealth of information on EPCs and HIPs, as well as details of how you can apply for 'green' grants - worth hundreds of pounds - to lower your fuel bills and make your home greener
www.dea-training.co.uk/pages/glossary - a useful glossary of the many acronyms and abbreviations surrounding EPCs, courtesy of the NHER training web site
www.diag.org.uk - DIAG (Directive Implementation Advisory Group) advises the UK Government on the energy performance of buildings and the implementation of the European Energy Building Performance Directive (EPBD) with the overall aim of 'optimising the reduction in carbon emissions'
www.dti.gov.uk/energy - now the Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform, you can read and download the 'Meeting the Energy Challenge' Energy White Paper here
www.energysavingtrust.org.uk - an independent, non-profit-making organisation, EST aims to cut emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) - the main greenhouse gas causing climate change - by promoting the sustainable and efficient use of energy. They have a network of advice centres in the UK specifically designed to help people take action to save energy.
www.greenenergy.org.uk/sta - the Solar Trade Association (STA) promotes the widespread use of solar energy technology and encourages excellence within the UK solar energy industry
www.homeinformationpacks.gov.uk - all the information you could ever need on HIPs and EPCs, plus guidance on what you should do as a buyer, and what you must do as a seller
www.nef.org.uk/greenenergy - National Energy Foundation's green energy scheme promotes renewable energy and sustainable development
www.renewableseast.org.uk - an agency promoting the use of renewable energy in the east of England, including Suffolk
www.suffolkcoastal.gov.uk/yourhome/energy/seal - Suffolk Energy Action Link (SEAL) promotes domestic energy efficiency and encourages a reduction in energy use within the home. You can also contact the Suffolk Climate Change and Energy Helpline on 0800 0288 938.
www.wwf.org.uk - WWF's 'One Planet Living' campaign includes useful tips on energy saving in your home
www.yes2wind.com - produced by Friends of the Earth, Greenpeace, and WWF, this site provides information on how to say "yes" to wind farms in Suffolk
