Small Fund – Case studies – Energy Redress Scheme

Case studies

two older women sitting at a table together in a bright community space

Whitley Bay Big Local

The team at Whitley Bay Big Local provided advice and practical support to over 350 households as part of their Draught Includers 2 project.

A man is sitting in a car seat and reaching to position a wheelchair beside the open car door.

Innovation Fund Small Fund

Research Institute for Disabled Consumers

Awarded funding for research into how disabled consumers can have greater access to sustainable energy.

An older adult with short grey hair uses a wall-mounted digital thermostat. The person is wearing glasses and a black-and-white striped shirt.

Small Fund

Which Heating Controls?

This successful project from the Research Institute for Disabled Consumers has helped guide disabled and older consumers to find the right central heating controls for them.