Renewable Energy

There are effective alternatives to fossil fuels that can meet your energy requirements and reduce carbon dioxide emissions. They will either never run out - like wind, the sun and flowing water - or are continually replaceable - like waste products and crops. These can help reduce our dependence on non-renewable sources like fossil fuels.

Visit the energy saving trust website to find out which renewable energy is best for your home. Opens in a new window

Householders can apply for grants for microgeneration schemes under the low carbon buildings programme Opens in a new window.

Before installing any microgeneration scheme in your home it is worth ensuring that you are minimising your energy loss by fully insulating your home and installing low energy appliances including lightbulbs. In order to qualify for a grant under the low carbon buildings programme you will have to show that you have already done this.