Energy, heating and keeping our homes sustainable
There are several organisations in Brighton and across Sussex offering advice and practical support to help households and communities reduce energy use, save money and invest in renewable energy.
Brighton and Hove Energy Services Co-operative (BHESCo)
Works with residents in Brighton and Hove who want to replace existing communal boilers with communal heat pump systems.
Brighton Energy Cooperative (BEC)
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Uses community fundraising to develop large-scale renewable energy systems for local schools, colleges, universities and businesses.
Energise Sussex Coast
https://www.energisesussexcoast.co.uk/services/energy-advice/
Provides energy advice to Sussex residents and supports communities to invest in solar power.
Divest East Sussex
Campaigns for the East Sussex Pension Fund to divest its investments from fossil fuels, including oil, coal and gas.
OVESCO
Offers free energy advice and a free thermal imaging service to help identify where heat is being lost from your home.
Low-energy cooking – Brighton and Hove Food Partnership
https://bhfood.org.uk/events/low-energy-cooking-community-cookery-2/#about-this-class
Offers low-energy cooking classes, helping people save money while making more sustainable choices in the kitchen.
Staying cool during heatwaves
Brighton and Hove City Council provides information about places where residents can stay cool during hot weather, including an interactive Cool Spaces map.
Find places to stay cool in Brighton and Hove
Understanding local climate challenges
Climate:Change has produced a briefing paper exploring the challenges Brighton and Hove faces in adapting to rising temperatures and increasing heat.