Westbourne
A rural village in West Sussex
Greening Campaign
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The campaign is being run by local climate change action group Greening Westbourne.
Chair Colin Carré said: "Last year we helped local people save an estimated 78 tonnes of CO2 and £15,000 a year between them, just by doing simple things like turning down the heating a bit or changing to low-
"We also paraded through the village with a roll of loft insulation, with kids playing instruments.
"But the serious bit was to launch the insulation campaign and encourage people to sign up for a free survey to see if they need insulation. If they do, they can use the grants available nationally to get it done cheaply -
"Most people know that insulation is about the best thing you can do at home to fight climate change, and that it saves money. They just need a nudge to get it done, which is what this campaign is about."
On Wednesday 5 May at 7.30pm, at the Westbourne Club, there will be a chance for local people to get more details of the scheme.
Greening Westbourne is part of the national Greening Campaign, which is about local communities tackling climate change. It started in Petersfield and now has groups all over the country, including Southsea.
ANNUAL MEETING
27 May, 7.30pm, Westbourne Club. See what we've been up to so far, and get involved.
MORE INFO Call 07733 086176 or email greeningwestbourne@hotmail.co.uk
Greening Westbourne update 10.5.10
WE'RE WRAPPING UP WESTBOURNE
Our campaign to make Westbourne the cosiest, most insulated village in West Sussex is under way.
A fantastic turnout for our May Day Greening Fair, despite heavy showers, made sure we got off to a great start. Carlo from Sterling Assist, the insulation company we're working with, already has a list of people who want a free survey of their home.
If we get enough cavity walls and lofts insulated then we will get a community building insulated for free. So think about whether your loft is insulated or needs topping up to 270mm, or if your walls are suitable. Installation is subsidised or even free - so you could save a lot of money and help us fight climate change with local action.
Tell your friends locally (they don't have to live in Westbourne) and let's get as many people signed up as we can. For a free survey contact Carlo of Sterling Assist on 07925 150577 and mention Greening Westbourne.
The fair was huge fun for children, with maypole dancing (in the school hall), a recycled fashion show, a competition for the best insulated house model, a bouncy castle, face-painting art, hula hoops, story-telling and much more, including a suprisingly popular ice-cream van (rhubarb flavour was a hit).
Massive thanks to everyone who helped, entered a competition, or just came along. A special mention to Westbourne Primary School and PTA, and many thanks also to supporters and donors including: Westbourne Animal Feeds, Whistler’s, the Stag's Head, the White Horse, Stansted Park Garden Centre, Hyde Martlet, R. Bailey electrical contractors, Hillier Garden Centre, St John’s Church, Westbourne Baptist Church, Westbourne Scouts, Westbourne & District Allotment & Gardeners Association, Gill Daddow, Papworth Computers, Westbourne Weekend and Tony Dale.
WHAT'S NEXT?
We need people with ideas and enthusiasm to help us with this campaign and others. Please contact us or come along to our annual meeting on 25 May at 7.30pm in the Baptist Church hall, and see if there's something you could lend a hand with.
WE'RE WRAPPING UP WESTBOURNE
Our campaign to make Westbourne the cosiest, most insulated village in West Sussex is under way.
A fantastic turnout for our May Day Greening Fair, despite heavy showers, made sure we got off to a great start. Carlo from Sterling Assist, the insulation company we're working with, already has a list of people who want a free survey of their home.
If we get enough cavity walls and lofts insulated then we will get a community building insulated for free. So think about whether your loft is insulated or needs topping up to 270mm, or if your walls are suitable. Installation is subsidised or even free -
Tell your friends locally (they don't have to live in Westbourne) and let's get as many people signed up as we can. For a free survey contact Carlo of Sterling Assist on 07925 150577 and mention Greening Westbourne.
The fair was huge fun for children, with maypole dancing (in the school hall), a recycled fashion show, a competition for the best insulated house model, a bouncy castle, face-
Massive thanks to everyone who helped, entered a competition, or just came along. A special mention to Westbourne Primary School and PTA, and many thanks also to supporters and donors including: Westbourne Animal Feeds, Whistler’s, the Stag's Head, the White Horse, Stansted Park Garden Centre, Hyde Martlet, R. Bailey electrical contractors, Hillier Garden Centre, St John’s Church, Westbourne Baptist Church, Westbourne Scouts, Westbourne & District Allotment & Gardeners Association, Gill Daddow, Papworth Computers, Westbourne Weekend and Tony Dale.
WHAT'S NEXT?
We need people with ideas and enthusiasm to help us with this campaign and others. Please contact us or come along to our annual meeting on 25 May at 7.30pm in the Baptist Church hall, and see if there's something you could lend a hand with.
Why get proper loft insulation?
Without proper insulation a lot of the valuable, expensive energy you use to heat your home will be lost through the loft.
Fewer than 1 in 10 homes have the recommended amount of insulation. Check with a tape measure that your loft insulation is 270mm thick. If it isn’t, you could be saving money, and cutting your carbon footprint, by adding more insulation.
Insulating your loft - or topping up any insulation you have already - will help to heat your home more efficiently. A gas-heated, three-bedroom semi could save about £150 and about 800kg of CO2 a year. Loft insulation is effective for at least 40 years, and like cavity wall insulation, it will pay for itself over and over again in that time.
You will have to clear out your loft if it’s full of stuff. However, clearing your loft is a great opportunity to see what you have hiding up there – things to recycle, others to sell, and maybe some nostalgic items to treasure all over again.
I had it done – and it didn’t hurt
I’ve had it done and it was completely painless. It was over before I knew it and I’ve suffered no nasty side-effects. Last summer I got my loft properly insulated and my cavity walls filled, and it was cheaper and easier than I ever imagined. I finally acted after finding out that houses lose a third of their heat through their walls and a quarter through their lofts. Now my home on the Ellesmere Orchard estate is saving me money and cutting the amount of CO2 that gets into the atmosphere, where it contributes to climate change.
GREENING WESTBOURNE UPDATE - SEPT 2010
COME AND INTRODUCE YOURSELF (AND HAVE A DRINK) Our next meeting is on Tuesday 7 September at the Westbourne Club, River Street, at 7.30pm. Hope to see you there.
WE NEED YOU!
We need enthusiastic people to help us with our insulation campaign and other efforts to combat climate change through community action. Maybe you're good with accounts, or a dab hand at organising events or coming up with ideas. Maybe you're good at manning a stall and chatting to people, or making tea. Do get in touch or come along on the 7th.
DON'T FORGET - WE'RE WRAPPING UP WESTBOURNE Our campaign to make Westbourne the cosiest, most insulated village in West Sussex is under way. A new batch of interested people signed up for a free survey at the church fete last week.
If we get enough cavity walls and lofts insulated then we will get a community building insulated for free. So think about whether your loft is insulated or needs topping up to 270mm, or if your walls are suitable. Installation is subsidised or even free - so you could save a lot of money and help us fight climate change with local action.
Tell your friends locally (they don't have to live in Westbourne) and let's get as many people signed up as we can. For a free survey contact Carlo of Sterling Assist on 07925 150577 and mention Greening Westbourne.
Greening Westbourne update 5.8.10
NOW'S THE TIME TO START WRAPPING UP
Autumn's not far off and now's the time to think about saving money and energy by making sure your home is properly insulated.
We’re trying to make Westbourne the cosiest, most insulated village in West Sussex, by encouraging residents to get maximum insulation. It costs less than you think (it could even be free) and it will soon pay for itself in reduced bills. Getting the job done is quick and hassle-free.
COME AND INTRODUCE YOURSELF (AND HAVE A DRINK) Our next meeting is on Tuesday 7 September at the Westbourne Club, River Street, at 7.30pm. Hope to see you there.
WE NEED YOU!
We need enthusiastic people to help us with our insulation campaign and other efforts to combat climate change through community action. Maybe you're good with accounts, or a dab hand at organising events or coming up with ideas. Maybe you're good at manning a stall and chatting to people, or making tea. Do get in touch or come along on the 7th.
DON'T FORGET -
Tell your friends locally (they don't have to live in Westbourne) and let's get as many people signed up as we can. For a free survey contact Carlo of Sterling Assist on 07925 150577 and mention Greening Westbourne.
Greening Westbourne update 5.8.10
NOW'S THE TIME TO START WRAPPING UP
Autumn's not far off and now's the time to think about saving money and energy by making sure your home is properly insulated.
We’re trying to make Westbourne the cosiest, most insulated village in West Sussex, by encouraging residents to get maximum insulation. It costs less than you think (it could even be free) and it will soon pay for itself in reduced bills. Getting the job done is quick and hassle-
Plus, you’ll be making a huge individual contribution to tackling climate change.
If we get enough cavity walls and lofts insulated then we will get a community building insulated for free. So think about whether your loft is insulated or needs topping up to 270mm, or if your walls are suitable.Tell your friends locally (they don't have to live in
Westbourne) and let's get as many people signed up as we can. For a free survey contact Carlo of Sterling Assist on 07925 150577 and mention Greening Westbourne.
Or look out for our stall at the church fete on 28 August. And we need people with ideas and enthusiasm to help us with this campaign and others. Please contact us on greeningwestbourne@hotmail.co.uk and see if there's something you could lend a hand with.
Greening Fair 1st May 2010
GREEN FAIR KICKS OFF VILLAGE INSULATION DRIVE
People in Westbourne have launched a campaign to make it the most insulated village in West Sussex.
The campaign, launched at their annual Greening Fair on May Day (Saturday 1 May) aims to get as many village homes fitted with full loft and cavity wall insulation as possible. If enough people sign up, then local insulation survey firm Sterling Assist has agreed to arrange free insulation for a community building.
The campaign is supported by West Sussex County Council and Chichester District Council. For more details see www.greening-campaign.co.uk
Greening Westbourne Challenges
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Change three light bulbs to low energy
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Turn off all standbys
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Walk or cycle if the journey is under a mile
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Boil only the amount of water you need to use
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Turn the thermostat down by 1 degree centigrade
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Close the curtains at dusk
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Do not leave taps running when brushing teeth
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Compost organic waste
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The following people are the Greening Committee:
Colin Carre, Richard Hitchcock, Joanna Howard, John Millard, Jenny Hancock, Hilary Owen,
Terry Richter, Caroline Wickens, Amy Williamson
Colin Carre, Richard Hitchcock, Joanna Howard, John Millard, Jenny Hancock, Hilary Owen,
Terry Richter, Caroline Wickens, Amy Williamson
Larissa Palmer, seven, of Westbourne, was a prizewinner in the trash fashion show
Lily Usher, left, and Annie Gates, both nine and from Westbourne, take part in the trash fashion parade
Lily Usher, left, and Annie Gates, both nine and from Westbourne, take part in the trash fashion parade