ADVERTORIAL Warm Up, Skill Up

We are delighted to invite you to a series of workshops in Westburyon-Trym Library every Tuesday 7:30-9:00pm through Sept and early Oct, designed to guide you through the Domestic retrofit process and help you create a greener, warmer, and more comfortable home. The Warm Up Skill Up project aims to support residents to take low-cost shallow retrofit actions to improve your home, and these workshops are perfect for anyone interested in understanding the benefits and considerations of retrofitting, while taking initial steps towards to take low-cost shallow retrofit actions to improve comfort and reduce the energy costs & carbon emissions. From early September, we will be conducting a weekly six-workshop series on Tuesday evenings. Each workshop will cover different topics and provide valuable insights to support individuals on their retrofit journey. While we understand that not everyone may be able to attend all the workshops, they will be presented in a logical order, ensuring that participants gain comprehensive knowledge.

Workshop Schedule: Workshop: Getting Ready for Retrofit: Home Survey

1 Workshop: Home Survey types, identifying low-cost DIY actions you can take in your home "Shallow Retrofit" and "Deep Retrofit" and funding options

2 Workshop: Floors and Loft Insulation Choices

3 Workshop: Wall and Chimney Insulation

4 Workshop: Windows, Doors, and Conservatories

5 Workshop: Damp, Air Quality, and Home Ventilation

6 Workshop: Introduction to Heat Pumps & Renewable Energy in the home

To sign up for these Free workshops, please visit www. bristolenergynetwork.org/ workshops-in-westbury-ontrym. We encourage you to reserve your spot as soon as possible, as spaces may be limited. You can also leave a message on 07421 386113 to express interest if you do not have access to the internet. We will call to confirm if places are still available.

All workshops will be conducted with Rob Smart, Bristol Energy Network Retrofit Coordinator.

We are excited to provide you with the knowledge and resources to embark on your retrofit journey towards a greener and more comfortable home. Whether you are a homeowner, tenant, or simply interested in energy-efficient living, these workshops will equip you with valuable information and practical tips.

If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at Robert Smart robert.smart@ bristolenergynetwork.org or infor@bristolenergynetwork.org or call 07421 386113

We look forward to welcoming you to the workshops and supporting you on your path to a sustainable and cozy home.

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