How to reduce your energy costs and carbon emissions – Find out more
We know that we can help to reduce our energy costs (increasingly important with the conflict in the Middle East) by making our own renewable electricity; putting solar panels on our roofs or trying the new “plug-in” panels which are coming soon (great for those who are renting, in flats or listed properties), then there’s insulation and batteries to consider…
Sometimes it can all feel a bit overwhelming but, says Jim Green, Chair of Halesworth ASH (Area Sustainability Hub) “We’re here to help! Starting with the screening of Power Station, the latest in our Green Films strand.”
This fun and powerful film follows the filmmaker/activist couple Hilary and Dan (plus kids) as they set about trying to get solar panels on all the houses in their London street; starting by simply knocking on doors, the project develops into finding experts for insulation, solar panel providers and fitters, raising funds for panels on the local schools and generating publicity.
“The film is informative, yes, but primarily inspirational!” Halesworth ASH’s Rachel Kellett says, “whilst we don’t want to give too much away, two people (plus their dogs and children) and a community can achieve amazing things. And if a street in London can work together to get panels on their roofs, why not Halesworth, which has a great community spirit?”
Halesworth ASH are supporting the film with a practical advice clinic from Halesworth Energy Champion William Poulsen – bring your home energy efficiency questions along to William at his free “energy clinic” at The Cut, on Friday 24th April between 2-4pm.
In addition, two expert speakers with insights into exciting possibilities for broader community energy in Halesworth will be around to talk to before and after the film.
Join Halesworth ASH at 7pm, for the informative, and fun, Power Station film, with an introduction by John Taylor of Community Energy England and Julian Thompson, Chief Executive of Community Climate Action and informal Q&As afterwards in the Bar.
Tickets from The Cut, £6.
