Energy Saving Workshop
Published on 27 March 2025 05:38 PM
The Energy Saving Workshop delivered by Islington Adult Community Learning (ACL) in partnership with Age UK Islington took place in March. Resources from the session are shared below.
Lauren from ACL gave the 30 attendees a comprehensive insight into energy saving tips, an understanding of the importance of regular meter readings and practical advice as to how to do this. There was also an introduction to the SHINE energy service which can help Islington residents to manage their energy bills and reduce their energy consumption and how to get this help. Attendees also shared some tried and tested tips that they find helpful.
"Using a gas kettle rather than an electric kettle is more energy efficient"
"Descaling a kettle can help improve its energy efficiency. Use half water and half white vinegar, fill up to three quarters of the kettle, boil the kettle and let it sit for an hour. Give it a good rinse before using."
Sharing resources from the session
Even if you weren't able to attend, ACL shared resources from the session, so you can catch-up with some of the tips shared from home.
Adult Community Learning - Energy Saving Slides
Test yourself to see if you can identify which appliances using the most energy and where you can get the biggest energy savings!
Switching tarrif, reading different types of energy meters
A handy checklist with examples of ways to save energy, when it comes to your laundry, heating, cooling etc.
SHINE can help with: Energy and bills advice, Water discount – half price or capped water bills for eligible customers, Energy Doctor home visits, Energy debt support – support, Bill comparisons, Extra Care Services, Heating and insulation grants, Income Maximisation and more!
Call the SHINE Energy Advice Team directly on 0800 953 1221 or 0207 527 2121 for support. Our lines are open 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday. Alternatively, text 07800 006 143.
More information sources
National Energy Action is also a very helpful source of ways to save money on your energy bills. See the National Energy Action website for information guides and details of their helpline.
Age UK also has a comprehensive advice section on their website with information about government support, how to look after your boiler and your heating controls: Energy Advice for the Home.
Thames Water also offers people on a low income help with their water bills.
Find out more about Adult Community Learning courses
Next energy-saving courses: Islington Adult Community Learning DIY Energy Saving Course on 6th May. For further details and how to book, see the flyer.
Other courses: Islington Adult Community Learning (ACL) offers a diverse range of courses aimed at enhancing skills and supporting employment opportunities for residents. These courses are primarily free for Islington residents who are unemployed or low-waged.
For English, Maths, Employment-related courses, Digital Skills courses and fun courses including sewing, carpentry and DIY skills, see the Adult Community Learning website for more information about what's on offer.
To register for courses: they have regular enrolment days at community centres. These are a good opportunity to talk about what type of courses you are looking for and what might be best for you.
See details of the next Enrolment Days in April.