Home Energy

Many of our homes and business properties have the potential to be more energy efficient, make use of renewable energy and save us money on our bills from heating, lighting and cooking.

We offer advice and links to resources to help you reduce energy use at home, learn more about renewable energy (including solar) and get further help if you need it.

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Wind turbine

A wind turbine silhouetted against a sunset

Cosy home

A cat lying on the top of a radiator

Natural insulation

A roll of natural house insulation

Wind turbine

A wind turbine silhouetted against a sunset

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An illustration of a cat inside a cosy home by local artist, Molly Lemon

What energy efficiency (and cost) savings can I make right now?

Read our starter-for-ten on using energy as efficiently as possible at home.

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Energy Efficiency Tips

What's retrofit and is it right for my home?

With energy bills rising significantly alongside the need to decarbonise our homes, we take a look at retrofit and where to begin exploring options for retrofitting your home.

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Retrofit

Considering solar - the basic things to know.

Things to consider if you're looking into solar.

Required budget: £££

Solar Options Explained

Air Source Heat Pumps

Things to consider if you're looking into air source heat pumps

Required budget: £££

Air Source Heat Pumps

Upcoming Events

Wotton Community PARC - removing tree guards

Sun 01 Mar

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Join us to help remove tree guards at Wotton Sports Parc. Some of the trees have been growing at the Parc for over 10 years and now urgently need to be freed from their spirals and guards to continue thriving.

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What’s Flying Tonight? The Amazing World of Moths

Wed 08 Apr

Under the Edge Arts

Discover the astonishing hidden world of moths with local expert Peter Cranswick, and uncover the secret nocturnal dramas unfolding in your own back garden every night.

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Wotton Swifts

Tue 16 Jun

Under The Edge Arts

Local swift champion Mark Pasco hopes to raise eyes and awareness about this summer guest from Africa. Following a short walk to take in nest sites, and fly-bys, he will present an illustrated talk including wonders and questions.

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The Accidental Ecologist

Thu 19 Nov

Under The Edge Arts

Join Julian Moss as he reflects on learning to care for a smallholding in Waterley Bottom, guided by ecological experts and inspired by the land’s history. A personal exploration of the valley’s rich biodiversity and his plans for a regenerative vineyard.

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