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Phase 4 of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme has opened for applications ✅ 📅 Our application portal opened today at 2pm and will close on 25 November. The scheme, delivered by Salix on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, is aimed at enabling public buildings to achieve net zero and switch to cleaner energy. It’s available to help schools, hospitals and other public sector buildings decarbonise their sites 🏫🌱 See our website for more: https://lnkd.in/eeDDFi5S #PublicSectorDecarbonisationScheme #PSDS #Phase4 #Decarbonisation #PublicSectorDecarbonisation 

📣 Speaker introduction: Cristina Calleja, sustainability manager at South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust 📣 South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust has been successful with awards through Phases 1, 3a, 3b and 3c of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme, as well as the Low Carbon Skills Fund and historic work through the Salix Energy Efficiency Loan Scheme (SEELS). Cristina is an professional environmentalist with more than 20 years of experience, six of those spent in the healthcare sector. She has unwavering commitment to helping her trust lead the NHS in carbon reduction. The thing she most enjoys about her job is when colleagues get in touch wanting to improve the sustainability of their department. ‘It makes my day to hear that people are keen to improve the environmental impact of their practices and I will always try my best to help.’ Speaking at our upcoming collaboration session titled 'the decarbonisation dialogue', Cristina will provide an overview of the trust’s projects, discuss challenges, successes, lessons learned and touch on change requests. Join the the decarbonisation dialogue to listen, learn, contribute, question and discuss all things decarbonisation and energy efficiency with fellow public sector counterparts. 📅 Wednesday 27 November 🕑 2pm to 3pm 💻 Online via Microsoft Teams Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/e-UU_2Md #Decarbonisation #TheDecarbonisationDialogue #EstateDecarbonisation #PSDS #PublicSectorDecarbonisationScheme

A primary school in Wiltshire has been given a net zero boost thanks to government funding. St Joseph’s Catholic Primary in Malmesbury was built in 1932 and until recently relied on a boiler more than 20 years old to keep pupils and staff warm 🏫 However, a grant worth almost £100,000 from Phase 3b of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS), which we administer, has been transformational. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eXZv-5wK #PublicSectorDecarbonisationScheme #PSDS #EstateDecarbonisation #Decarbonisation #NetZero #Sustainability

Residents based in Inverness and the Scottish Highlands are celebrating continued progress towards net zero thanks to an innovative renewable energy project driven by their local authority. Designed by the Highland Council, which is working towards Scotland’s 2045 net zero target, the River Ness hydro project saw the installation of hydroelectric equipment on the banks of the River Ness opposite Holm Mills Bridge. Officially dubbed 'Hydro Ness', the scheme has since become a centre of pride of the community, who have become its keenest advocates and for the climate action it represents. Stuart Miller, project manager at The Highland Council, said: “Hydro Ness is a great example of a sustainability project that has succeeded in not only reducing our environmental impact, but also in capturing the hearts and minds of the community.” Key stats: ➡ £988,255 loan value ➡ £1,703,888 project value ➡ £74,726 estimated annual financial savings ➡ 154 tCO2e* estimated annual carbon savings Read the case study on our website: https://lnkd.in/ehDQvWF8 #ScotlandsRecyclingFund #Decarbonisation #HyrdroNess #CleanEnergy

A North Somerset theatre, which once hosted Frankie Howard, is now set for climate change works. Our team visited The Playhouse in Weston-Super-Mare, to discuss how the local council will use funding under Phase 5 of the Low Carbon Skills Fund. We’re proud to deliver the funding on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. Read about our visit here: https://lnkd.in/eRgnaiuM #LowCarbonSkillsFund #LCSF #HeatDecarbonisation #HeatDecarbonisationPlanning #HDP #Decarbonisation

“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I remember, involve me and I learn.” This quote by Chinese philosopher Xun-zi provides a succinct and accurate interpretation of our experiences with life and learning. Alongside the commentary we’re hearing about the growing need to address the climate crisis on a global scale, we often reference this important skill. That is why at Salix we’ve launched a new series of webinars designed to help us share our knowledge across the sector. In an insights article shared on our website, we delve into the importance of knowledge sharing and the critical role this plays in helping us to achieve success. Our director of public sector decarbonisation Ian Rodger said: “We’re in a unique and exciting position being public sector where the people and organisations we work with are keen to share their experiences with others. “These inspiring people and organisations truly care to share and support others to flourish and succeed in their own programmes of work, for it is a shared responsibility we all have to reach these net zero goals.” Read the full story on our website: https://lnkd.in/eRyNnxdc #Decarbonisation #PublicSectorCollaboration #KnowledgeSharing #NetZero #Sustainability #Learning

⏳ You only have a few hours to register for today's Phase 4 Funding webinar! 🏥 If you're a public sector organisation in the health sector, including hospitals, NHS Trusts and health centres, this webinar will provide essential insights for a successful Phase 4 application, including guidance on eligibility, project planning, and funding tips. 📗 Imagine being fully prepared to apply for funding, backed by insights that can transform your application process and help you secure funding for impactful decarbonisation projects. Last chance—sign up now and don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to learn and ask questions! 🌍📅 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/e2Va8r6C

North East Derbyshire District Council (NEDDC) has reached milestone with insulation upgrades completed in 500 social homes in the district 👏🏡 The homes will now provide warmer and more comfortable living environments for people and families ahead of the cooler winter months. Rykneld Homes Ltd, who works in partnership with the council, spoke with resident Alison Rees, who lives with her family in the 500th home to have works completed. She said: "The work has made a huge difference to how the house looks and feels. The house is warmer, we're using less energy and the fact that so many customers have benefitted is brilliant." Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/eDrUNZya Department for Energy Security and Net Zero #SocialHousingDecarbonisationFund #SHDF #EnergyEfficiency #LowerEnergyBills #WarmerHomes #PeopleFirst

Watch 📽 resident Kenneth is now benefitting from lower energy bills thanks to a government grant delivered through the @West Midlands Combined Authority. The scheme supported Kenneth to install solar panels, a heat pump and extra loft insulation in his property in Dudley. In the video, Kenneth said: “The price of energy had increased in a major way, the attraction being that hopefully the scheme would reduce the charges and that’s proved to be the case.” Watch the short, two-minute video produced by the council to hear more from Kenneth about the positive outcomes he’s seeing now the upgrades are complete. https://lnkd.in/es6PuP3e #HUG #HomeUpgradeGrant #Salix #WarmerHomes #SupportingResidents #LowerEnergyBills

🌟 Happy Diwali! 🌟   The Festival of Lights champions hope and the triumph of light over darkness.   It emphasises the importance of unity and compassion and provides a chance to foster a culture of inclusivity and support within our workplaces and lives.   Wishing everyone a joyful and prosperous Diwali filled with love, laughter, and light! 🪔✨ #Diwali #festivaloflights