Energy Efficiency in Southwark Energy and climate change
Climate change is one of the most serious challenges facing humanity. The main cause of climate change is the rise in levels of CO2 in our atmosphere. CO2 is produced whenever we burn fossil fuels (coal, oil and gas) – whether this is to heat our homes, run our cars or generate electricity in power stations.
The council has set itself a target to reduce carbon dioxide emissions in the borough by 80 per cent of current levels by 2050.
These following pages will tell you what we are doing towards achieving that target and give you help and advice to improve energy efficiency yourself.
Energy saving tip of the season
Make the most of the summer weather and dry your clothes outside if possible.
Energy news
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Reflective Radiator Panels – scheme extended
Our popular Reflective Radiator Panel scheme for council tenants has been extended. If you are a council tenant, you can have these panels installed in your home for free. They will help you to heat your home more efficiently and enjoy a warmer property and lower fuel bills. Call Greentherm on 0808 144 3663 to register.
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EcoSchool saves 106 tonnes of Carbon Dioxide
Notre Dame School in Borough and Bankside is installing energy saving measures as part of an offsetting project with Rogge Global Partners. The measures include new heating controls, infra-red lighting systems and better insulation. They will save approx 106 tonnes of CO2 per year and off-set 50 per cent of Rogge's London emissions. Notre Dame are a member of EcoSchools
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Southwark resident has lowest carbon footprint
A Southwark resident has won the Oxfam carbon footprint competition. Anna Plodowski of Peckham won the competition to visit environment minister Hilary Benn for having one of the lowest carbon footprints in the country. You can measure your carbon footprint with Act on CO2.
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Relaxation of planning consent for micro-generation
The General Permitted Development Order has been amended so that in most cases you will no longer need planning permission to install micro-renewables. Look at our renewable energy page for more information.
If you would like specific advice about energy efficiency and affordable warmth in your home, call the Energy Efficiency Advice Centre on 0800 512 012.
Contact us
Energy team
Tel: 020 7525 2000
environment@southwark.gov.uk
30-34 Penrose Street
London
SE17 3DW
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