Following a successful first round last year, an interest-free loan launches this week to enable Oxfordshire schools to install energy saving measures. The scheme has already supported four schools and re-launches this week with limited funding available on a first come, first served basis. County maintained schools in Oxfordshire can apply for an interest-free loan…
Schools are always using some energy for essentials, such as security systems. However, half terms and holidays, when there are no staff or students in the buildings, are an opportunity to make sure non-essentials are switched off. Reviewing school switch off will help save carbon, energy and money. Here are a few ideas to get…
Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) has launched an interest-free Schools Energy Efficiency Loan to enable OCC maintained schools to finance the installation of energy efficiency measures that will help reduce energy use. This funding is now closed. If you are interested in future offers, please express your interest via our Help desk to be the first…
To better understand the support requirements of schools in Oxfordshire, we are conducting a new survey for our second year running. Our ACES (Action on Carbon and Energy in Schools) initiative, funded by Oxfordshire County Council, aims to enhance the energy efficiency assistance provided to schools. By participating in this survey, you have the opportunity…
Our ACES Energy Efficiency Checklist is a helpful tool for schools. Find out how much energy your school is using, and spot areas where you can reduce costs, and cut carbon emissions. In a world increasingly focused on tackling climate change and reducing carbon emissions, it is important for every sector to contribute to a…
As the heating season comes to an end and the weather gets warmer, it’s important to think about how to manage heating in schools to save energy. We’re nearing the end of the heating season as days become sunnier and warmer. We’re already in the ‘shoulder months’ where heating may only be needed in shorter…
How can you adequately heat your school while minimising energy waste? Either on or off The highest level of heating control in a school is whether the system is simply on or off (sometimes ‘winter’ or ‘summer’). Some schools will wait as long as possible to use any heating, while others may feel heating needs…
We are now offering free thermal imaging for schools with limited spaces. The offer is suitable for schools that have had an energy assessment in the last 5 years and are progressing through their actions. You can apply for a free check with our expert team if your school hasn’t had an assessment. Perhaps your…
What are common ways that UK schools save energy without compromising comfortable buildings? Here are some you may not have yet addressed. Work in kWh Kilowatt hours (kWh) is how electricity, gas, and other fossil fuels are measured. Many schools know their energy costs but don’t know their consumption in kWh. How much is used…
We’re delighted to announce the launch of our new energy efficiency programme Action on Carbon and Energy in Schools (ACES) that will help schools across Oxfordshire cut their energy use, carbon emissions and help them save money on their energy bills. We’re in the early stages of the project and we’ll be adding more information…
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