Discover essential skills for getting through winter with practical tips on staying warm, saving energy costs, and accessing support. Learn about energy-saving strategies like switching off devices, washing smart, and maximizing appliance efficiency. Find resources for keeping your home insulated and visit Utilita for more energy-saving ideas.
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WHY PREPARE FOR WINTER? Winter can be a challenging time for many, with colder weather, and increased energy costs. This workshop provides practical tips and advice to help you stay warm, save money, and access support if you need it. ESSENTIAL SKILLS
OBJECTIVES OF THIS WORKSHOP By the end of this session, you will: By the end of this session, you will: 1. Learn practical tips to stay warm, and reduce energy costs during winter. 2. Discover what financial support or benefits may be available to you. 3. Understand how to make your home more energy efficient. ESSENTIAL SKILLS
ENERGY-SAVING TIPS: SWITCH IT OFF! Many devices use energy Many devices use energy even on standby. even on standby. Save energy by switching off: TVs Kitchen appliances (apart from fridge/freezer!) Phone chargers ESSENTIAL SKILLS
ENERGY-SAVING TIPS: WASH SMART! Many devices use energy even Many devices use energy even on standby. on standby. Save energy by switching off: Wash clothes at 30 (most detergents are effective at lower temperatures). Use tumble dryer balls or add a dry towel to reduce drying time by up to 25%. ESSENTIAL SKILLS
ENERGY-SAVING TIPS: APPLIANCE EFFICIENCY Run washing machines and tumble dryers at full capacity, to reduce the number of cycles needed. Keep fridge freezers full use old newspapers to fill empty spaces. Only boil the amount of water you need in your kettle. ESSENTIAL SKILLS
ENERGY-SAVING TIPS: KEEP YOUR HOME INSULATED Add radiator reflector foil to bounce heat back into the room instead of losing it through the walls. Use tin foil as a cost-effective alternative. ESSENTIAL SKILLS
ENERGY-SAVING TIPS: OTHER RESOURCES Visit Utilita for more energy-saving ideas and resources: https://utilita.co.uk/help/winter-advice ESSENTIAL SKILLS
GETTING THROUGH WINTER: WORKSHEET Step 1: Dealing with Draughts Step 1: Dealing with Draughts Draughts can let cold air in and warm air out. Address these issues by: Checking for gaps or cracks in windows, doors, and floors. Using draught excluders on doors. Applying sealant to small gaps. Rolling up newspaper to fill gaps as a temporary solution. List actions you can take to make your home more winter-ready: Action Action How I will do this How I will do this ESSENTIAL SKILLS
GETTING THROUGH WINTER: WORKSHEET (continued) Step 2: Energy Step 2: Energy- -saving plans saving plans List three energy-saving changes you plan to implement: 1. ___________________________________________ 2. ___________________________________________ 3. ___________________________________________ ESSENTIAL SKILLS
GETTING THROUGH WINTER: WORKSHEET (continued) Step 3: Check for support Step 3: Check for support Extra Benefits: Use a benefits checker to see if you are entitled to additional support. https://betteroffcalculator.co.uk/calculator/new/household-details Utility Companies: Contact your gas and electricity supplier to ask about any winter support schemes or payment plans. Local Assistance: If you are struggling, reach out to Luton Foodbank or Citizens Advice for information on crisis funding and other resources. https://lutonsupportingyou.co.uk/ https://www.citizensadviceluton.org.uk/ Green Deal: Energy saving for your home: https://www.gov.uk/green-deal-energy-saving-measures ESSENTIAL SKILLS
END-OF-SESSION CHECKLIST By the end of this session, you will: By the end of this session, you will: 1. Have a list of practical steps to make your home more winter-ready. 2. Know how to reduce energy usage and save money. 3. Be aware of the financial support options available to help you through winter. ESSENTIAL SKILLS
PROJECT PARTNERS With thanks to these supporting organisations: ESSENTIAL SKILLS
