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Great British Energy Bill and Community Energy
At a time of energy price uncertainty and climate crisis, community energy offers an important solution — providing clean, affordable, and locally generated power that keeps the benefits within communities. Right now, community energy schemes make up just 0.5% of the UK’s electricity supply, but with the right support, this could grow twentyfold in a […]
Save money on energy bills with the free Energy Saver App
Save money on energy bills with the free Energy Saver App – and gain access to a trial offering solar panels and batteries on a subscription basis Many of us are worried about the cost of energy, with the price cap rising by 1% this January. Help is at hand with Oxfordshire County Council’s free […]
Welcoming First and Last Mile, Our 47th Community Group
We are delighted to welcome ‘First and Last Mile’ to Low Carbon Hub’s network of community groups, bringing the total number of our groups to 47. First and Last Mile, based in Eynsham, West Oxfordshire, is a group of highly motivated individuals from a variety of backgrounds, united by a passion for improving public transport in rural […]
Towards a Zero-Carbon Future. The Business Plan 2024–25
Low Carbon Hub’s Business Plan 2024–25 is an essential step in our long-term strategy and beyond. It outlines the immediate actions we’ll take to achieve our vision of a just, fair, and zero-carbon energy system, while adapting to the ongoing uncertainty in UK energy policy. Barbara Hammond, MBE, our Chief Executive Officer, provides an insightful […]
CAPZero team present at West Oxfordshire District Council Executive Meeting in Eynsham Village Hall
The CAPZero team were delighted to be asked to present on the project at the Executive Meeting of West Oxfordshire District Council, (WODC), at Eynsham Village Hall on 11 December 2024. The Executive meetings take place within a different community in West Oxfordshire each month and are open to the public. It was a fantastic […]
Five positive stories from 2024
In 2024, we saw some important strides being made in the fight against climate change, particularly in the energy sector. Here are five positive developments we wanted to reflect on as the year draws to a close. 1. Closure of the UK’s last coal-fired power station In September 2024, the UK became the first G7 […]
ESOx awarded funding to support SMEs in Cherwell
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Cherwell have a fantastic opportunity to find out how to cut energy bills, reduce carbon emissions, and improve the comfort of their buildings. Energy Solutions Oxfordshire (ESOx) has secured funding to provide fully funded energy assessments worth at least £1,500 to eligible businesses and organisations within Cherwell District. Why […]
Over half a million pound invested in latest Community Energy Fund round
Thank you to everyone who has invested in the latest round of the Community Energy Fund, together you have invested £516,000 in support of community energy. Since the reopening of the share offer, people have once again demonstrated their commitment to fighting climate change and supporting the transition to a better energy system by putting […]
Energy Saving Homes Oxford
For homeowners, landlords, and tenants, visiting an Energy Saving Home was an ideal opportunity to see what a home fit for the future might look like and to chat with residents about the process. Being able to talk directly to homeowners who aren’t trying to sell you anything is one of the most effective ways to inspire others to consider installing energy-efficient measures.
Fuel Poverty Awareness Day
Across Oxfordshire (and the UK) this week, people were reaching for the thermostat to warm their homes as we experienced the first burst of freezing weather of the winter. But as the cost-of-living crisis continues and we face another winter of rising energy bills, for many people, heating their homes comes with a compromise. In […]
Our 10-year Strategic Plan
We recently published our Strategic Plan that outlines our vision and mission in the next ten years for transitioning Oxfordshire to a zero-carbon energy system in a way that is beneficial for both people and the planet. In our plan, we emphasise the UK’s shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy, recognising the urgency of […]
Eynsham showing how retrofit is done - case studies now live
In the Eynsham Primary Substation Area, 300 homes have already been upgraded to improve their energy performance – key to moving to a sustainable and equitable energy system. Two case studies charting the retrofit journey of two properties in Eynsham can be seen on the Cosy Homes Oxfordshire website. One of them is a 1960s rental property, which suffered from persistent […]