Green Doctor Yorkshire
@greendoctoryorks.bsky.social
Groundwork’s Green Doctors help UK residents stay warm, stay well, and save money on household bills.
https://www.groundwork.org.uk/yorkshire/get-support/my-energy-and-heating/
https://www.groundwork.org.uk/yorkshire/get-support/my-energy-and-heating/
During this November and December, we have a series of FREE events focussed on getting your home winter ready. Here’s the first event ⬇️
November 5, 2025 at 1:11 PM
During this November and December, we have a series of FREE events focussed on getting your home winter ready. Here’s the first event ⬇️
The quarterly Green Dr Newsletter is out tomorrow, to sign up and comply with GDPR, please follow the link
October 7, 2025 at 2:43 PM
The quarterly Green Dr Newsletter is out tomorrow, to sign up and comply with GDPR, please follow the link
In conjunction with or as a standalone to our retrofit assessment service, Groundwork offers blower door air tightness testing.
Please email: [email protected] for further information.
Please email: [email protected] for further information.
September 2, 2025 at 9:52 AM
In conjunction with or as a standalone to our retrofit assessment service, Groundwork offers blower door air tightness testing.
Please email: [email protected] for further information.
Please email: [email protected] for further information.
Energy Watch ⚡️
From 1st October to 31st December the price for energy for a typical household who use electricity and gas and pay by Direct Debit will go up by 2% to £1755 per year.
Read more…https://www.theguardian.com/money/2025/aug/27/higher-energy-bills-price-cap-rises
From 1st October to 31st December the price for energy for a typical household who use electricity and gas and pay by Direct Debit will go up by 2% to £1755 per year.
Read more…https://www.theguardian.com/money/2025/aug/27/higher-energy-bills-price-cap-rises
August 28, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Energy Watch ⚡️
From 1st October to 31st December the price for energy for a typical household who use electricity and gas and pay by Direct Debit will go up by 2% to £1755 per year.
Read more…https://www.theguardian.com/money/2025/aug/27/higher-energy-bills-price-cap-rises
From 1st October to 31st December the price for energy for a typical household who use electricity and gas and pay by Direct Debit will go up by 2% to £1755 per year.
Read more…https://www.theguardian.com/money/2025/aug/27/higher-energy-bills-price-cap-rises
Autumn is on the way, and so are higher heating bills. Our Green Doctors and Retrofit team are here to help you save energy and keep your bills in check.
www.groundwork.org.uk/yorkshire/ge...
www.groundwork.org.uk/yorkshire/ge...
August 21, 2025 at 10:57 AM
Autumn is on the way, and so are higher heating bills. Our Green Doctors and Retrofit team are here to help you save energy and keep your bills in check.
www.groundwork.org.uk/yorkshire/ge...
www.groundwork.org.uk/yorkshire/ge...
Simple but useful tips for beating the heat
August 14, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Simple but useful tips for beating the heat
Leeds: don’t forget it’s the Big Energy Day - Wednesday 6th August - Involve Community Centre LS10 2QE
July 29, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Leeds: don’t forget it’s the Big Energy Day - Wednesday 6th August - Involve Community Centre LS10 2QE
2027: In just two years, the UK will no longer be able to meet heating demand using North Sea gas alone.
That's why UK Energy Policy has to be strong enough to meet the challenges ahead.
That's why UK Energy Policy has to be strong enough to meet the challenges ahead.
July 24, 2025 at 12:58 PM
2027: In just two years, the UK will no longer be able to meet heating demand using North Sea gas alone.
That's why UK Energy Policy has to be strong enough to meet the challenges ahead.
That's why UK Energy Policy has to be strong enough to meet the challenges ahead.
🏡 Keep COOL – For Your Home:
Close blinds on sunny windows.
Open windows at night for airflow (chimney effect!).
Turn off unused electronics.
Good insulation & plants help! Need more help? Our Green Doctors offer FREE advice to make your home more comfortable & energy efficient. #GreenDoctors
Close blinds on sunny windows.
Open windows at night for airflow (chimney effect!).
Turn off unused electronics.
Good insulation & plants help! Need more help? Our Green Doctors offer FREE advice to make your home more comfortable & energy efficient. #GreenDoctors
June 18, 2025 at 4:10 PM
🏡 Keep COOL – For Your Home:
Close blinds on sunny windows.
Open windows at night for airflow (chimney effect!).
Turn off unused electronics.
Good insulation & plants help! Need more help? Our Green Doctors offer FREE advice to make your home more comfortable & energy efficient. #GreenDoctors
Close blinds on sunny windows.
Open windows at night for airflow (chimney effect!).
Turn off unused electronics.
Good insulation & plants help! Need more help? Our Green Doctors offer FREE advice to make your home more comfortable & energy efficient. #GreenDoctors
Close Blinds & Curtains: Block direct sunlight during the day. External canopies can reduce indoor heat by up to 90%!
#BeatTheHeat
#BeatTheHeat
June 18, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Close Blinds & Curtains: Block direct sunlight during the day. External canopies can reduce indoor heat by up to 90%!
#BeatTheHeat
#BeatTheHeat
Do you turn you boiler down in the Summer months? They you're already saving yourself a surprising amount of money. Don't know how to do that, then read this:
moneysavingboilerchallenge.com
#MoneySaving
moneysavingboilerchallenge.com
#MoneySaving
Money Saving Boiler Challenge
Find out how to save money on your bills and reduce energy waste from your home with this one simple step. www.moneysavingboilerchallenge.com
moneysavingboilerchallenge.com
June 17, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Do you turn you boiler down in the Summer months? They you're already saving yourself a surprising amount of money. Don't know how to do that, then read this:
moneysavingboilerchallenge.com
#MoneySaving
moneysavingboilerchallenge.com
#MoneySaving
🏡 Keep COOL – For Your Home:
Close blinds on sunny windows.
Open windows at night for airflow (chimney effect!).
Turn off unused electronics.
Good insulation & plants help! Need more help? Our Green Doctors offer FREE advice to make your home more comfortable & energy efficient.
Close blinds on sunny windows.
Open windows at night for airflow (chimney effect!).
Turn off unused electronics.
Good insulation & plants help! Need more help? Our Green Doctors offer FREE advice to make your home more comfortable & energy efficient.
June 12, 2025 at 11:47 AM
🏡 Keep COOL – For Your Home:
Close blinds on sunny windows.
Open windows at night for airflow (chimney effect!).
Turn off unused electronics.
Good insulation & plants help! Need more help? Our Green Doctors offer FREE advice to make your home more comfortable & energy efficient.
Close blinds on sunny windows.
Open windows at night for airflow (chimney effect!).
Turn off unused electronics.
Good insulation & plants help! Need more help? Our Green Doctors offer FREE advice to make your home more comfortable & energy efficient.
☀️ Keep COOL – For You:
Find shade or public cool spaces.
Light clothing, stay hydrated!
Use cool water on skin or cold packs.
Know heat exhaustion/heatstroke signs: if serious, dial 999. Your well-being matters! #SummerSafety #HeatwaveReady
Find shade or public cool spaces.
Light clothing, stay hydrated!
Use cool water on skin or cold packs.
Know heat exhaustion/heatstroke signs: if serious, dial 999. Your well-being matters! #SummerSafety #HeatwaveReady
June 12, 2025 at 11:45 AM
☀️ Keep COOL – For You:
Find shade or public cool spaces.
Light clothing, stay hydrated!
Use cool water on skin or cold packs.
Know heat exhaustion/heatstroke signs: if serious, dial 999. Your well-being matters! #SummerSafety #HeatwaveReady
Find shade or public cool spaces.
Light clothing, stay hydrated!
Use cool water on skin or cold packs.
Know heat exhaustion/heatstroke signs: if serious, dial 999. Your well-being matters! #SummerSafety #HeatwaveReady
Staying cool this summer is vital! ☀️ UK temperatures are rising, with cities experiencing an "urban heat island effect" – up to 10 ∘ C hotter! Learn practical tips for yourself & your home. #HeatwaveTips #StayCool #GroundworkYorkshire
www.groundwork.org.uk/yorkshire/ge...
www.groundwork.org.uk/yorkshire/ge...
June 12, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Staying cool this summer is vital! ☀️ UK temperatures are rising, with cities experiencing an "urban heat island effect" – up to 10 ∘ C hotter! Learn practical tips for yourself & your home. #HeatwaveTips #StayCool #GroundworkYorkshire
www.groundwork.org.uk/yorkshire/ge...
www.groundwork.org.uk/yorkshire/ge...
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Becky & Sonja rocked the 🌍 Climate Action Leeds event! They served up some delish Jamaican curry with carlin peas—protein-packed, low-fat, high-fiber goodness. Did you know you can grow them in your backyard? Let's get growing, Leeds! 🌱 #JustOneMore #EatWell #LocalEats
May 29, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Becky & Sonja rocked the 🌍 Climate Action Leeds event! They served up some delish Jamaican curry with carlin peas—protein-packed, low-fat, high-fiber goodness. Did you know you can grow them in your backyard? Let's get growing, Leeds! 🌱 #JustOneMore #EatWell #LocalEats
Energy, your wellness and your wallet. This weeks interesting articles:
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Thousands to get payouts over forced prepayment meter fitting
More than £70m is being paid to customers who were forced to switch to prepaying for energy.
www.bbc.co.uk
May 29, 2025 at 8:41 AM
Energy, your wellness and your wallet. This weeks interesting articles:
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Great news for households across Great Britain! The energy price cap, set by the industry watchdog Ofgem, is set to fall by 7% from 1st July this year.
Hit the link to read the full article on our website.
www.groundwork.org.uk/yorkshire/ne...
Hit the link to read the full article on our website.
www.groundwork.org.uk/yorkshire/ne...
May 28, 2025 at 10:08 AM
Great news for households across Great Britain! The energy price cap, set by the industry watchdog Ofgem, is set to fall by 7% from 1st July this year.
Hit the link to read the full article on our website.
www.groundwork.org.uk/yorkshire/ne...
Hit the link to read the full article on our website.
www.groundwork.org.uk/yorkshire/ne...
HELP with;
Fuel debt support
Grants for boilers and insulation
Money advice
INSTALLATION of;
Draft proofing
LED bulbs
Pipe lagging
ADVICE for;
Managing damp and condensation
Reducing energy and waste
Using your heating system efficiently
Fuel debt support
Grants for boilers and insulation
Money advice
INSTALLATION of;
Draft proofing
LED bulbs
Pipe lagging
ADVICE for;
Managing damp and condensation
Reducing energy and waste
Using your heating system efficiently
My Energy And Heating - Groundwork | Groundwork Yorkshire
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May 22, 2025 at 2:27 PM
HELP with;
Fuel debt support
Grants for boilers and insulation
Money advice
INSTALLATION of;
Draft proofing
LED bulbs
Pipe lagging
ADVICE for;
Managing damp and condensation
Reducing energy and waste
Using your heating system efficiently
Fuel debt support
Grants for boilers and insulation
Money advice
INSTALLATION of;
Draft proofing
LED bulbs
Pipe lagging
ADVICE for;
Managing damp and condensation
Reducing energy and waste
Using your heating system efficiently
Reposted by Green Doctor Yorkshire
Did you know, using a dishwasher is more energy and water efficient than washing dishes by hand? Our Technical Team has carried out new analysis on the electricity consumption of a wide range of home appliances. www.nea.org.uk/publications... #WaterSavingWeek
Appliance monitoring for energy advisers
This project by National Energy Action aims to obtain more accurate data on how much it costs to run various household appliances.
www.nea.org.uk
May 15, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Did you know, using a dishwasher is more energy and water efficient than washing dishes by hand? Our Technical Team has carried out new analysis on the electricity consumption of a wide range of home appliances. www.nea.org.uk/publications... #WaterSavingWeek
Reposted by Green Doctor Yorkshire
Today is World Asthma Day. James, our Air Quality advisor from the Green Doctor team, has some advice for spotting potential indoor air pollutants and their impact on your health.
✅ Read this for tips on simple candle use and its relation to particle matter.
✅ Read this for tips on simple candle use and its relation to particle matter.
May 6, 2025 at 8:53 AM
Today is World Asthma Day. James, our Air Quality advisor from the Green Doctor team, has some advice for spotting potential indoor air pollutants and their impact on your health.
✅ Read this for tips on simple candle use and its relation to particle matter.
✅ Read this for tips on simple candle use and its relation to particle matter.
Today is World Asthma Day. James, our Air Quality advisor from the Green Doctor team, has some advice for spotting potential indoor air pollutants and their impact on your health.
✅ Read this for tips on simple candle use and its relation to particle matter.
✅ Read this for tips on simple candle use and its relation to particle matter.
May 6, 2025 at 8:53 AM
Today is World Asthma Day. James, our Air Quality advisor from the Green Doctor team, has some advice for spotting potential indoor air pollutants and their impact on your health.
✅ Read this for tips on simple candle use and its relation to particle matter.
✅ Read this for tips on simple candle use and its relation to particle matter.
Did you know that in 2023/24 Groundwork Yorkshire's Green Dr team trained 480 front line workers on the impact of cold homes on health?
#Health #FuelPoverty
#Health #FuelPoverty
April 8, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Did you know that in 2023/24 Groundwork Yorkshire's Green Dr team trained 480 front line workers on the impact of cold homes on health?
#Health #FuelPoverty
#Health #FuelPoverty
Damp conditions can lead to molds and bacteria, releasing bioaerosols that can cause respiratory issues and allergies. Keep your home dry and well-ventilated! 💧 #Bioaerosols #Mold #IndoorAir
April 4, 2025 at 8:19 AM
Damp conditions can lead to molds and bacteria, releasing bioaerosols that can cause respiratory issues and allergies. Keep your home dry and well-ventilated! 💧 #Bioaerosols #Mold #IndoorAir
In 2024, we aimed to raise funds to support people in fuel poverty through our Green Doctor service.
Thanks to you, we raised a massive £22,315.88. Every penny given to our Green Doctor service goes to fighting fuel poverty.
groundwork.org.uk/greendoctor
#FuelPoverty #CostofLiving
Thanks to you, we raised a massive £22,315.88. Every penny given to our Green Doctor service goes to fighting fuel poverty.
groundwork.org.uk/greendoctor
#FuelPoverty #CostofLiving
Green Doctor, helping UK residents stay warm, stay well, and save energy. - Groundwork
Our team of friendly Green Doctors are energy efficiency experts offering free, impartial advice to help people take control of their bills and save
groundwork.org.uk
April 3, 2025 at 3:43 PM
In 2024, we aimed to raise funds to support people in fuel poverty through our Green Doctor service.
Thanks to you, we raised a massive £22,315.88. Every penny given to our Green Doctor service goes to fighting fuel poverty.
groundwork.org.uk/greendoctor
#FuelPoverty #CostofLiving
Thanks to you, we raised a massive £22,315.88. Every penny given to our Green Doctor service goes to fighting fuel poverty.
groundwork.org.uk/greendoctor
#FuelPoverty #CostofLiving
Beware of VOCs! Volatile Organic Compounds are released from everyday items like aerosols, fragrances, and even furniture. These can irritate your airways and potentially cause long-term health issues. 🤔 #VOCs #AirPollution #HealthyHome
April 3, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Beware of VOCs! Volatile Organic Compounds are released from everyday items like aerosols, fragrances, and even furniture. These can irritate your airways and potentially cause long-term health issues. 🤔 #VOCs #AirPollution #HealthyHome