Energy Savvy

This is a partnership project between Groundwork’s Green Doctors; Sunderland City Council, Health Housing and Communities and Citizens Advice Sunderland. Approximately 15% of households in Sunderland are classified as living in fuel poverty, higher than the national average of around 13% (gov.uk).  The project aims to address fuel poverty through in-depth and light-touch energy efficiency advice, focusing on damp and mould, often exacerbated by incorrect energy use. 

The project aims to support 3,300 households across Sunderland, providing tailored holistic energy efficiency advice in various settings to meet individual needs. To ensure the project’s sustainability and lasting impact, they will deliver training to frontline staff, enabling them to identify and address issues related to energy efficiency, damp, and mould effectively. 

The project will reduce fuel poverty, support behaviour change, and improve community resilience, helping residents live in safer, more comfortable homes. As a result of the project, residents will save money; experience improved wellbeing and reduce carbon emissions.