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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 1d

We agree!

They are just one part of reducing emissions , but we also need to examine other forms of transport and reduce our reliance on cars. 🚲🚶‍➡️

At the same time, in a broader sense we need to focus on reducing emissions and investing in renewables across the board.

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 1d

📢 Final call to sign up for our FREE #SmartEnergy market review webinar next Tuesday!

We'll be doing a deep dive on who is using smart tariffs, and what kind of benefits they’re receiving.

Book your place 👉 buff.ly/zdqFgCL

Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 2d

This article shows the energy costs as #DataCenters expand to power #AI. It's crucial that:

- Planning consent aligns with sustainable targets, perhaps only approving centres that can reach #NetZero🌍

- Grid planning considers the impact of data centres, to avoid disrupting renewable connections🔌⚡

Ten UK data centres could cancel EV emissions gain

Research has underlined the lack of transparent and reliable figures for expected emissions driven by data centre growth

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 5d

Stop by our vibrant market stall for a chance to discover easy and effective ways to boost your home's #EnergyEfficiency and learn about all the support options available.

Don't miss this opportunity to make your home greener and save on energy costs! 🏠🪴

Find out more 👉 buff.ly/U3owlke

Energy efficiency market stall. Stop by our stall to discover easy and effective ways to boost your home's energy efficiency. 15 Oct | Wells Market | 9:30 - 16:00

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 6d

Last year, we supported 22,593 households in, or at risk of, #FuelPoverty through our free #EnergyAdvice service. 📞

On average, callers saved £1,106 - future savings not included. 💷

In total, our clients saved £25 million. 💸

Find out more 👉 buff.ly/M60nD8d
#JustTransition

Some statistics about CSE's impact. Over 22,000 people supported by our free phone energy advice service. £25million saved through benefits claimed, insulation and new heating systems installed. £1,106 average saving per household who called our advice line.

Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 7d

𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐥𝐨𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐧'𝐭.To make a fairer #EnergyTransition, we need to:

- Ensure benefits are spread equally. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑

- Understand who is benefitting. 👤

- Plug the gap between consumers and flexibility. 🔌

Read our full analysis 👇

Who benefits from flexibility? A response to the Clean Flexibility Roadmap

Following the publication of the Clean Flexibility Roadmap, we take a look at how it aligns with our own analysis - and what's needed next.

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 8d

Curious about how renewable energy projects can benefit your community? 🔌⚡

Join us at Coniston Community Centre on 14 October for a free, interactive workshop on #CommunityEnergy. No prior knowledge is needed, and a free buffet will be provided!

Sign up now 👉https://buff.ly/2qjXPxu
#Bristol

Community energy in the Pathway and Almondsbury area. 14 October | 6-8:30pm. Coniston Community Centre. A photo of multiple people around a table in an interactive workshop.

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 9d

It's vital that the #EnergyTransition must not leave anyone behind.

Luckily, we've just published new research identifying who's most at risk of being left behind in the energy transition - and where to find them. 🔎

Read more 👇
#NetZero #Renewables

Home energy saver: demographic research - Centre for Sustainable Energy

This report identifies groups at risk of being left behind in the energy transition and provides a framework for pinpointing vulnerable demographics.

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 12d

We explored the barriers and benefits of the #EnergyTransition for disabled people and caregivers by reaching out to understand their experiences with energy advice and home improvements.

From this, we developed recommendations to better support disabled households 👇
#Accessibility #NetZero

Creating a green and accessible future - Bristol Climate & Nature Partnership

We’re launching a range of resources, promoting climate action that is inclusive of, and accessible to Bristol’s community of Disabled people.

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 13d

Thanks for highlighting, it's a fantastic report and we are really grateful to everyone involved!

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 13d

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We must remove the policy, financial and grid constraints that are throttling growth, while protecting #CommunityEnergy's unique social mission.

We’re grateful to @commenergyengland.bsky.social for providing this report, and to everyone who responds and contributes.

It's essential evidence.

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 13d

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The fact that hundreds of community groups are branching into heat, transport and #EnergyEfficiency, and reinvesting £24.5 million locally, shows the breadth of what #CommunityEnergy can do.🔌⚡

But scaling won’t happen by default...
(Via: @commenergyengland.bsky.social)
#NetZero #Renewables

A series of charts from Community Energy England showing stats about community energy in the UK. Some key highlights include:
411 MW renewable energy generation capacity. 614 community energy organisations. £68.5m turnover. £24.5m contributed to local economies.

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 15d

So far in 2025, the UK has met electricity demand with 100% clean energy for 50x longer than in 2021, and 2x as long as 2024. 🎉

This dispels myths that the country can’t be powered by #Renewables and shows great steps towards a clean energy system. 👣

Let's keep up the pace!

Read more 👇
#NetZero

Analysis: Great Britain has run on 100% clean power for record 87 hours in 2025 so far - Carbon Brief

Electricity demand on the island of Great Britain has been fully covered by the output of clean-energy sources for a record 87 hours in 2025 to date

www.carbonbrief.org

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 20d

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An energy-efficient community building provides lots of local benefits:

🏫 It can be a safe space to host activities.
🔥 It can be a place of warmth in winter.
💸 Money saved on bills can fund other community initiatives.
🏠 It sets an example in the area, inspiring long-lasting change.

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 20d

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After conducting a building survey over two years ago for St Werburghs Community Centre, we're delighted that the team has secured funding to undertake essential maintenance.

Read about their success 👉 buff.ly/LCoxJqv

Find out about our community building surveys below 👇
#CommunityEnergy

Community Building Energy Surveys - Centre for Sustainable Energy

Our bespoke service to help community buildings become more energy efficient, cut bills and save money.

www.cse.org.uk

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 23d

The Local Power Plan aims for 95% renewable generation by 2030. There are enough renewable energy schemes in the queue to meet this target, but grid capacity issues are causing delays.

It's important to fast-track key impactful projects, without leaving smaller #CommunityEnergy work behind.
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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 23d

After years of the 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 of renewables, it seems we are moving to a genuine 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 as #Renewables were responsible for over 50% of energy generation in 2024 and fossil fuels reached a new low of 31.8%. 🔌⚡

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#NetZero #Renewables

"We are moving from a position of addition, where renewable energy is adding to existing fossil fuel electricity generation, to genuine transition, where renewables are actually replacing fossil fuel generation. " - Dan Stone, Policy Officer. With a photo of windturbines and blue sky over rolling fields.

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · 28d

Looking for a fun way to engage with young people about energy?

How about becoming a house detective for the day? 🔍

Our Sherlock Homes activity pack helps young people aged 10-14 investigate energy use in their home. 🕵️‍♀️

Download it for free here 👇
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Sherlock Homes – home energy efficiency activity for young people - Centre for Sustainable Energy

Here you can download our free activity pack to help young people aged 10 to 14 years conduct an energy efficiency survey of their home.

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · Sep 15

Join our free online #SmartEnergy advice workshop for frontline energy advisors, #CommunityEnergy workers, and advice organisation staff 💡🔌

You'll leave with tools, tips and techniques to provide effective smart energy guidance for the people you support.

🎟️ Find out more and book here 👇

Smart Energy Advice Workshop

A free online workshop to learn more about giving smart energy advice, including tools, tips and training.

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · Sep 12

Water should be affordable for all. But too many people on low incomes are making extreme sacrifices to get by.

With @independentage.bsky.social and over 20 other orgs, we're calling for a national water social tariff to end the postcode lottery of support.

Read the open letter 👉 buff.ly/8nf91Ic

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · Sep 9

A slight typo in the text - Horfield foodbank is from 1.30 - 3 pm.

Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · Sep 4

The government's proposed changes to the Decent Homes Standard are a significant step forward – but they could go further.

Climate adaptation isn't covered. Tenants need protection from heatwaves as well as cold winters. And we need to see changes in place by 2030.

Read more 👉 buff.ly/BPJNnp9

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · Sep 4

Come along to a FREE energy advice drop-in hosted by #Bristol foodbanks. You'll be able to speak to expert energy advisors about how to save energy and money. Everyone is welcome!

📍Horfield Foodbank - 18 Sep, 1.30-3.30pm
📍Lockleaze Foodbank - 23 Sep, 10-12pm
📍Southmead Foodbank - 25 Sep, 2-5pm

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · Sep 2

As pupils and teachers head #BackToSchool this week, we're sharing our free Energy Matters educational resources.

They're designed to support educators and inspire young people to become climate and energy champions 💡 🔌

Explore them here 👉 buff.ly/FXoFVVM

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Centre for Sustainable Energy @cse.org.uk · Aug 27

We're excited to share that Shantha Shanmugalingam has been appointed as the new Chair of Trustees for the Centre for Sustainable Energy.

Shantha brings a deep understanding of CSE alongside a wealth of expertise from a career in sustainability and social mobility.

Find out more 👉 buff.ly/NdJu8v2