We're a fast-growing and effective network of local people, businesses and organisations working together to transform Winchester into a low carbon district. We have a positive vision for the future - low energy bills, healthy lifestyles, strong communities – with a target to reduce CO2 emissions by one-third by 2015. Together we will achieve this: become a WinACC member today to play your part.
1700 UK scientists say climate change is real
Posted Wed, 2010-02-24 15:21
If you've been disturbed by recent media attacks on the science of climate change, read on...
Government pays you for renewable energy
Households and communities who install generating technologies such as small wind turbines and solar panels will from April be entitled to claim payments for the low carbon electricity they produce. Energy and Climate Change Secretary Ed Miliband announced the feed-in tariff (FITs) levels on 1 February 2010.
The tariff, which is available from April 2010, will be administered by Ofgem and energy suppliers will be responsible for paying the reward to their customers.
Posted Wed, 2010-02-24 12:25
Hot tip - £400 towards your new boiler
If the main source of heat for your home is an old boiler, you could be eligible for £400 to pay for a new one, or for a renewable heating system such as a heat pump. Find out more from the Energy Saving Trust website or 0800 512012, or www.governmentboiler-scrappagescheme.info
Posted Thu, 2010-01-07 23:01
... and other grants to help you reduce the carbon footprint of your home
To find out what grants you could get, go to an excellent section of the energy saving trust website which asks you about yourself and then lists them all. Some, but not all, grants depend on your circumstances - for example, whether you are an owner-occupier, over 60, or on benefits. Some depend on your location or your energy supplier. It's well worth a look - you might get a pleasant surprise.
Posted Thu, 2010-01-07 22:59
Copenhagen conference
Here are two contrasting views of Copenhagen: a blog postmortem, and the Government's verdict in the Minister's statement to the House of Commons on Jan 5th. And also, a draft paper from Ricahrd Douthwaite, "for people to think about in preparation for Findhorn".
Posted Thu, 2010-01-07 22:49
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HeatSeekers vehicles hit the roads in Winchester District
HeatSeekers hit the roads in the Winchester District in December. Heatseekers uses an energy efficiency detecting vehicle to help homeowners pinpoint escaping heat in their homes, and identifies homes that may benefit from improved insulation. If any homeowner would like a free insulation survey on their property, call HeatSeekers free on 0800 111 4968.
Posted Tue, 2010-01-05 17:26
The Transition to Low Carbon: Policy Frameworks and Community Action
Friday, 20 November 2009 - 9:30am - Saturday, 21 November 2009 - 9:30am
Discovery Centre, Jewry St, Winchester
Almost 200 people came to one or both days of this stimulating event to learn about how we can create and pay for alternatives to runaway climate change.The output is now online at http://lowc.transitionsouthampton.org/.
Posted Tue, 2009-12-15 17:43
cartoon story on climate change
Posted Wed, 2009-12-09 16:33
This comic strip was written in response to seeing Age of Stupid - check it out!
Winchester’s first big climate change demonstration
The first major climate change demonstration in Winchester took place on Saturday 5 December. 130 people including Professor Joy Carter vice-Chancellor of the University of Winchester, the Bishop of Winchester Rt Rev Michael Scott Joynt and three parliamentary candidates for the Winchester constituency Steve Brine, Patrick Davies and Martin Tod marched from Abbey Gardens to the beat of a drumming band up the High Street to the railway station.
Posted Wed, 2009-12-09 14:59
Hampshire's Carbon Cutters
Local individuals, schools and businesses who are "doing their bit" to reduce their personal carbon emissions reflect on their hopes and expectations for the Copenhagen Summit. Click the headline to find out who and to find out more.
Posted Wed, 2009-12-09 01:19
