Leeds City Council's innovative decarbonisation program has been recognized for its success in addressing fuel poverty and increasing energy efficiency, particularly during a challenging winter period. The program, in partnership with energy efficiency specialist Cenergist, received recognition at the ASCP Awards for its positive impact on residents struggling with heating costs.
Known as "Clustering for Warmth," the initiative targets over 1,700 council-owned homes in Leeds between 2021 and 2024. The program involves replacing inefficient electric storage heaters with environmentally friendly solutions like ground source heat pumps, air source heat pumps, and district heating systems. As a result, households that have undergone these upgrades reported average annual utility bill savings of £360. The Clustering for Warmth project is part of Leeds City Council's broader £100 million investment in enhancing energy efficiency in its housing stock – one of the largest green home and bill reduction schemes in the UK. Since 2020, the upgrades have led to a remarkable 52% reduction in utility bills, with associated carbon savings equivalent to removing 400 cars from the roads or 235 homes from carbon emissions.
Gerard Tinsdale, Chief Officer of Housing at Leeds City Council, expressed delight in the project's recognition at the ASCP Awards. He highlighted the partnership's achievement in delivering a sustainable and low-carbon heating solution that not only enhances living conditions for residents but also significantly reduces utility costs. Dan Ludgate, Group Business Development Director at Cenergist, emphasized the importance of the initiative during challenging times and the positive impact it has on hundreds of homes. He noted that residents are now benefiting from reduced carbon footprints and lower utility bills, attributing the success of the initiative to the partnership's commitment to sustainability. In summary, Leeds City Council's collaboration with Cenergist has been commended for its innovative approach to decarbonisation, leading to decreased fuel poverty, substantial utility bill savings, and significant carbon emission reductions in homes across the city.
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