If we are more efficient with our home energy use we can reduce our energy bills and do our bit to tackle the climate emergency.
Whether you own your own home, rent privately, from the Council or a Housing Association, we all have a role to play. Landlords also have an important role and there are legal duties and requirements in place around energy efficiency for landlords.
Home energy calculator
You can use the ‘Home Energy Check’ from the Energy Saving Trust to calculate how you could reduce you energy bills easily and quickly. Once you have filled out your Home Energy Check you will receive a report with details on which improvements will work best for you.
More Information
The services set out in the list below are not provided by the Council and therefore we cannot give assurances regarding the assistance provided.
South Yorkshire Energy Centre based at Heeley City Farm, S2 3DT operate drop in sessions on Thursdays and can help you understand your energy bill.
The Simple Energy Advice Service is a free Government endorsed service which can provide you with advice to reduce your energy bills, make your home warmer, plan home improvements and make your home greener. You can access the service online or by calling 0800 444202.
Connect for Help is a free telephone advice line which can provide advice on a range of energy related topics including issues with energy suppliers, use of appliances and heating controls, energy efficiency and ways to use less energy. Connect for Help can also provide information on benefits, budgeting and debt advice and energy tariff switching. You can access the service online or by calling 0800 029 4548.
Connected for Warmth offers free gas central heating for households that don’t currently have it. It’s funded by the Warm Homes Fund and delivered by AgilityEco in partnership with Cadent. Find out more online or call 0800 029 4547.
Citizens Advice Bureau offer an extensive online guide to problems with your energy bill.
Compare the Market provide a guide to smart meters and common queries.
If you have queries or questions about home energy efficiency please contact the Strategic Housing team housingstrategy@sheffield.gov.uk