Two Lancaster-based not-for-profit organisations are celebrating national recognition for their work supporting vulnerable households across North Lancashire.
Energy Matters – a joint initiative delivered by Green Rose Community Interest Company and Citizens Advice North Lancashire – scooped Small Project of the Year at the prestigious North West Energy Efficiency Awards held in Bolton.
The Energy Matters team provides free, personalised support to households struggling with rising energy costs, through home visits, and advice sessions at community events.
“We’re absolutely thrilled,” said Joanna Young, Chief Executive of Citizens Advice North Lancashire.
“Energy Matters is changing lives across our community – especially at a time when so many are facing impossible choices between heating and eating. This award is a fantastic recognition of the dedication of our advisors and the powerful partnership we’ve built with Green Rose.”
The Energy Matters project, funded by the national Energy Redress Scheme, has already supported more than 2,000 local households in its first year. The financial gain for these customers amounts to over £780,000 a year.
Lucy Reynolds, Energy Matters Advisor at Green Rose, added: “It’s lovely to be recognised for something we’re so passionate about. So many people are really struggling with energy bills right now, and we’re proud to be making a difference – one home at a time.”
The good news didn’t stop there: Green Rose also took silver in the ‘Vulnerable Customer Support’ category, highlighting their continued commitment to helping those most in need.
Congratulations to all the winners on the night – and stay tuned: the team now has its sights set on the National Energy Efficiency Awards this November.
To learn more about the Energy Matters programme, visit www.greenrose.org.uk or call 01524 400 404.
How you can help shape bid for Morecambe to become first UK Town of Culture
Friends of Morecambe venue mark 125th birthday of famous variety star
Support programme to help vulnerable women in Lancaster and Morecambe awarded funding
Lancaster restaurant keeps premises licence despite use of illegal workers and unpaid fines
Person rescued from cliff edge in Heysham
Increased noise and steam as reactors come back online at Heysham power station
Lancaster community centre celebrates £220K Lottery award
LISTEN: Heysham fundraiser tells inspiring story of surviving sudden cardiac arrest
Date and fundraiser announced for return of Lancaster Pride
Beyond Radio 10 for 10: The Big Lancaster Spring Clean
Rapist jailed for attacking vulnerable man in Lancaster
LISTEN: £30K fundraiser for Lancaster community farm closing in on target
Person rescued from vehicle after collision near Carnforth
Firefighters called to chemical spillage on Lancaster industrial estate
MP calls for government debate amid continuing uncertainty over Lancaster day centre
Punk poets, national treasures and returning favourites at Morecambe Poetry Festival
Lancaster district empty homes given new lease of life after years of neglect
Appeal after driver suffers ‘significant’ head injury following Lancaster collision
Lancaster home energy advice group celebrates award success
