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With rising costs, every energy saving counts. Whether it’s simple improvements to how you use energy or ways to make your home more efficient long term, we can help.

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A more efficient and comfortable home

We offer advice to suit everyone and every home. Whether you’re looking to save energy or want to find out how to have a productive call with your energy supplier, we have the information you need.

Saving energy in the home

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Energy bills and your supplier

Financial support

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Managing your heating

Advice and help

Case studies

Borders homeowners save money on heating with external wall insulation
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Changeworks welcomes simplification of funding for energy efficiency measures in Scottish homes

‘No downside’ to internal wall insulation 

Advisor saves over £2,000 for householder with energy debt
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Affordable Warmth Service helps new tenant resolve energy bills

Changeworks saves over £12,000 for householder in major fuel debt

Estimated bill headaches resolved through Changeworks advocacy

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New air source heat pump has ‘transformed’ householder’s life

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Saving energy in the home

Saving energy in the home is good for our pocket and the planet. There are lots of little changes we can make – many costing us nothing at all – that can add up to big savings.

Energy bills and your supplier

From getting to know all the charges that appear on your energy bill to the best ways to find out about your rights, our advice and support can help you take control.

Financial support

Financial support is out there, whether you’re struggling with your energy bills or looking into funding for renewable heating systems. Our guides cover what financial support is available, and how to apply.   

Managing your heating

The more familiar you are with your heating systems, the better. Use our guides to take control of the heat in your home and use it more efficiently.

Templates for writing to your energy supplier

We’ve put together several templates to help you write to your energy supplier. The templates cover common energy supply issues and can be used for emails, webchats, or letters.

Get a retrofit

If you’re thinking of retrofitting your home to make it more energy efficient, Changeworks has a number of funded and self-funded options available.

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