GMCC and a group of local volunteers are working with Changeworks and Home Energy Scotland on a project which aims to help residents of rural areas access practical assitance and advice around heating your home. Not only will we be creating a ‘Meet the Experts’ event in Garvald Vllage Hall on Saturday 3rd February, we will also be sharing information on a variety of these topics over the coming month, through this site and the Facebook channels.

Renewables

Find out if your home is suitable for a heat pump, solar panels, energy storage or other renewable technologies, by visiting the Energy Saving Trust’s Home Renewables Selector.

Home Energy Scotland also provide free specialist advice if you are thinking about installing renewables. Why not give them a call on 0808 808 2282 today?

Advisors will be available at our event in Garvald Village Hall on Saturday 3rd February.

GMCC and a group of local volunteers are working with Changeworks and Home Energy Scotland on a project which aims to help residents of rural areas access practical assitance and advice around heating your home. Not only will we be creating a ‘Meet the Experts’ event in Garvald Vllage Hall on Saturday 3rd February, we will also be sharing information on a variety of these topics over the coming month, through this site and the Facebook channels.

Support available – fuel debt or energy bills

If you or someone you know is struggling to deal with fuel debt or energy bills, support is available to provide you with free practical advice and information. For further support information, you can contact Citizens Advice Scotland online or call 0800 028 1456, or contact EnergyAdvice.Scot online or call 0808 196 8660 for further support and information. They may even be able to speak with the energy supplier on your behalf.

Warm Home Discount
The Warm Home Discount takes £150 off your electricity bill if you are eligible. You can check this by first seeing if your energy supplier is signed up to the scheme and then contacting them about their criteria and how to apply. The scheme for winter 2023-2024 opened in September so act now to avoid missing out.

Advisers will also be on hand at our event on 3rd February, Garvald Village Hall.

There are a few people in Garvald who do not have their own transport, or who occasionally have transport issues (like flat tyres!) On the other hand there are quite a few people in Garvald who regularly drive to Gifford or Haddington, Dunbar or even Edinburgh. Maybe it would be worthwhile to set up a network so these people can communicate with each other?

The idea is simple – a WhatsApp group. You fill in the form below and ask for your phone number to be added to the GTC (Garvald Transport Cooperative) group. Doesn’t matter if you are a transport provider or requester.

When somebody needs a lift into Haddington say, they simply put a message on the Whatsapp group. If anybody is available and willing they can respond. The requester of course doesn’t need to accept that offer. They can hope for somebody else (maybe with a more reliable car!) or try another route.

It’s worth a shot don’t you think? If anybody has suggestions about how to improve the idea or can think of a funkier name please get in touch.

GMCC and a group of local volunteers are working with Changeworks and Home Energy Scotland on a project which aims to help residents of rural areas access practical assitance and advice around heating your home. Not only will we be creating a ‘Meet the Experts’ event in Garvald Vllage Hall on Saturday 3rd February, we will also be sharing information on a variety of these topics over the coming month, through this site and the Facebook channels.

Funding for home efficiency improvements
Home efficiency grants and schemes let you make upgrades to your property, helping to keep it warmer for longer. You can find out more about the latest funding schemes available by calling Home Energy Scotland for free on 0808 808 2282 or by visiting Home Efficiency Grants | Changeworks.

Advisers will also be on hand at our event on 3rd February, Garvald Village Hall.

GMCC and a group of local volunteers are working with Changeworks and Home Energy Scotland on a project which aims to help residents of rural areas access practical assitance and advice around heating your home. Not only will we be creating a ‘Meet the Experts’ event in Garvald Vllage Hall on Saturday 3rd February, we will also be sharing information on a variety of these topics over the coming month, through this site and the Facebook channels.

Heating and hot water

On average, heating and hot water account for 80% of the energy used in a household. So upgrading your boiler or storage heaters can make a big difference on your energy bills and comfort (especially if they are over 10 years old). You can find out more about the latest funding schemes available by calling Home Energy Scotland for free on 0808 808 2282.

Funding for heating upgrades

If you are an owner-occupier, there might be funding available to upgrade or replace your heating system. You can find out more about the latest funding schemes available by calling Home Energy Scotland for free on 0808 808 2282.

Advisors will be available at our event in Garvald Village Hall on Saturday 3rd February