@futureproofcumbria
Our vision is a zero carbon, greener Cumbria by 2037 - good for people, places and livelihoods. We help people, communities and organisations tackle the climate crisis by promoting action and supporting change. Formerly known as CAfS.
Considering a home retrofit, or planning some spring renovations?
Every home is unique. Our retrofit experts can help you understand yours, so you get your energy efficiency upgrades right first time. Discover more, or book a free call: https://ow.ly/Nkuv50Yq6sh
If you're planning on growing you own this year, generate free donations for us on everything you need in the garden with @giveasyoulive!
https://www.giveasyoulive.com/join/futureproofcumbria?utm_source=charitytoolkit&utm_content=169571&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=CTGardenImprovementsCampaign
Don't miss our final briefing paper webinar today at 12.30pm π’
We'll be joined by expert speakers including Anna Moore, Chair of the National Retrofit Hub Finance Working Group. Anna will give us some insights into co-designing financial solutions that work for all.
π https://ow.ly/n9Hp50YoXZe
Martin Lewis's latest podcast focusses on energy bills. On 1st April, all bills will come down, and Martin explains how to make the most of it. Listen here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002s20n
If you need help comparing tariffs and switching, we can help. Call us now 01768 216 500.
Don't miss our webinar today at 12.30pm π’
We'll be joined by expert speakers to explore the question: How can we deepen engagement and participation across Cumbriaβs communities?
Sign up now: https://ow.ly/qWUe50YlK1s
Our climate trainers are in Millom today, having great conversations about climate change and what it means for communities in Copeland.
Our courses are a great way to understand climate change and spark conversations about local climate action!
Discover more: https://ow.ly/P6iL50YkW36
Get your heat pump questions answered at our FREE St Bees event next Tues!
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Hear how heat pumps perform in homes like yours
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Get the facts - no jargon or sales pitch
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Hear from vetted local installers
Book your spot: https://ow.ly/nMK050Yf5HG
Installing radiator reflector panels makes your home cosier - and can cut your energy bills by Β£25 a year!
Get more tips to make your home cosier, greener and cheaper to run with our Free Home Energy Support: https://ow.ly/5LPb50YgYpS
#EnergyBills #Sustainability #ZeroCarbonCumbria
Join us in St Bees to learn about heat pumps and whether they're right for your home
Hear from Cumbrian households already using heat pumps, find out if your home is heat-pump ready, see what grants are available, and learn how to connect with trusted local installers.
https://ow.ly/17qH50Yce5Y
Shopping small, or switching to more planet-friendly products? Generate free donations for us at lots of ethical retailers with @GiveasyouLive > https://www.giveasyoulive.com/join/futureproofcumbria?utm_source=charitytoolkit&utm_content=169571&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=CTEthicalShoppingCampaign
It's chilly out there!π₯We believe everyone has the right to a warm, healthy home - thatβs why we offer free, independent advice about making your home warmer, more comfortable & cheaper to heat.
πFill in our form to get a free call with a qualified, independent adviser: https://ow.ly/MVBW50Yfhaw
Our Development Manager, Caroline, recently spoke to News & Star about all things Futureproof Cumbria: who we are, what we're doing to take action on climate change, and why we think it's important - now more than ever: https://www.newsandstar.co.uk/news/25822645.fighting-climate-change-cumbria/
We're delighted to welcome Michael Robinson as our new Zero Carbon Cumbria Partnership Manager.
His appointment coincides with new funding from Westmorland & Furness Council, supported by the Lake District National Park Authority, to grow the ZCC project and Partnership: https://ow.ly/6CIH50YcjJ9
Confused by home energy advice? Youβre not alone. With our friends at People Powered Retrofit, we're working to understand what works when people look for home retrofit help.
π¬ Still time to share your views - closes Friday 13th: https://retrofit.coop/citizens-advice-research-project
Don't miss our webinar today at 12.30pm π’
We'll be joined by expert speakers to explore the question: How can we get better data collection, integration, and evaluation in Cumbria to drive effective decision-making and accelerate Cumbriaβs journey toward net zero?
π https://ow.ly/GHIH50YbKVB
We'd like to say a huge thank you to Sustainable Arnside for helping to generate such an amazing turnout to our most recent heat pump event. Our next event is taking place in St Bees on 24 Feb, 7pm-8.30pm. Sign up here: https://ow.ly/ZZPw50Yce5V
#HeatPump #WarmHomes #Renewables #Retrofit
How can better data drive faster, more effective climate action in Cumbria?
Join us on Wednesday for the second webinar in our decarbonisation series, exploring practical ways to improve data collection, integration, and evaluation to support smarter decision-making.
https://ow.ly/GHIH50YbKVB
Better homes start with better advice. Working with People Powered Retrofit, we're asking residents to share their experiences of seeking retrofit and energy advice. It only takes a few minutes, and your voice really matters https://retrofit.coop/citizens-advice-research-project
Still time to book for our free webinar - Influencing decarbonisation policy and practice - Wednesday 12:30. Featuring expert insight into practical steps for stronger, more coherent climate governance.
Book your free spot: https://ow.ly/gBEr50Y11tB
Have you tried to get advice about making home energy improvements? We're working with People Powered Retrofit to research how well current advice works for real people.
π Take the short survey and help shape retrofit advice for households. https://retrofit.coop/citizens-advice-research-project
Discover how heat pumps can increase the comfort of your home, shrink your carbon footprint, and help you save money at our FREE events:
π ARNSIDE: Sat 31 Jan | 2β3:30pm | WI and Village Hall
π ST BEES: Tues 24 Feb | 7β8:30pm | New College Hall
https://futureproofcumbria.org.uk/events/
#heatpump
π Want to help shape effective climate action? The first of four webinars will explore how policy alignment and coherence can be strengthened across local, regional and national levels.
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4 Feb | 12.30pm
https://futureproofcumbria.org.uk/events/?civiwp=CiviCRM&q=civicrm/event/info&id=523
π’ Join us for a free webinar: Influencing decarbonisation policy and practice. Explore how policy can be better aligned to accelerate Cumbriaβs net-zero journey.
π 4 Feb
β12:30β1:30pm
Book your free place https://futureproofcumbria.org.uk/events/?civiwp=CiviCRM&q=civicrm/event/info&id=523
π Join us next week in Arnside - or next month in St Bees - to discover how a #heatpump can make your home warmer, and lower your carbon footprint and energy bills.
πARNSIDE - Sat 31 Jan, 2pm
πST BEES - Tues 24 Feb, 7pm
Book your FREE space: https://ow.ly/U0cO50XKKb2
π£ Weβre hiring! We're looking for a friendly and proactive Project Officer to help deliver home energy support across Cumbria. Part-time, great team, meaningful climate work.
Find out more and apply: https://futureproofcumbria.org.uk/job/project-officer-homes-team/
Tomorrow!
Our free info session is for anyone interested in making a difference in their community. You will learn:
β How our service works and whoβs eligible.
π‘ What advice and equipment we can provide.
πΈ About grants and financial support.
π How to refer people.
Sign up: https://ow.ly/Qc5Y50XVthW
Planning home improvements?
Before you decide, join one of our FREE events to get a clear, honest view on heat pumps and how they perform in real homes like yours:
πARNSIDE - Sat 31 Jan, 2pm, WI & Village Hall
πST BEES - Tues 24 Feb, 7pm, New College Hall
Book now: https://ow.ly/YSnN50XKxVW
Join us on 20th Jan for our Energy Champions info session π π‘
Learn how you can help people you know to access free home energy support, empowering them to make their homes warmer and healthier to live in (and cut their carbon footprint!)
Sign up now: https://ow.ly/31Nj50XVsR7
#ColdToCosyHomes
Support us when you shop online! Until the end of February we get an extra 50p when you sign up to Give As You Live!
ποΈποΈποΈDo it now! https://ow.ly/Se1750XSjME
β‘New Year, smarter energy costs for charities and not-for-proο¬ts! Utility Aid help charities & NFPs secure better energy deals on gas, electricity and water β plus theyβll negotiate and manage contracts on your behalf.
π Learn more: https://www.utility-aid.co.uk/contactform/futureproofcumbria