Here’s the latest newsletter from the Energy Saving Trust, who offer energy advice. Below are the headlines plus links to the main articles on their website. You can read the online version of the newsletter here.
Welcome to your first edition of Energywire for 2025!
If this is the year you’re going to install a heat pump, then we’ve got all the advice you need. From getting your home heat pump ready with insulation to tackling misinformation, it’s all here. But don’t take our word for it. We’ve spoken with a heat pump owner to share their story about switching to low carbon heating.
Heat pumps not on your list for 2025? Don’t worry, we’ve got the latest tips on how you can save money on your bills by improving your home’s EPC rating.
Plus: did you spot our Energy Savers Week campaign with Citizens Advice? Read on for all the latest energy news and more.
Many thanks,
The Energy Saving Trust team
How to improve your EPC rating
What’s your energy performance certificate (EPC) rating? Learn how to improve your home’s energy efficiency and cut your energy bills. Find out more
How to install loft insulation
Some energy efficient home improvement jobs you can do yourself, and loft insulation could be a good place to start. Find out how to make your home warmer. Find out more
Heat pump fact check
We’ve heard all the myths about heat pumps. Are they noisy? Can they heat your home enough? Our experts weigh in with the truth. Find out more
What’s it like to get a heat pump? Matthew’s story
Matthew and his family made the switch from their old boiler to a heat pump. Find out what he thinks and how a government grant cut the cost of getting one.
Find out more
News and events
Energy Savers Week returned for January 2025. Our campaign with Citizens Advice reached over 2 million people, helping them tackle rising energy bills with our winter heating checklist.
A new energy advice service is ready to help homes across parts of north west England, central Scotland and north Wales. Energywise aims to help people save money on their energy bills and improve their carbon footprint.
If you need tailored energy advice for your home, please get in touch with one of our regional advice centres. You can find more information on our contact us page.
