County Council receives special commendation at National Energy Efficiency Awards

The County Council was nominated for National Council or Local Authority of the Year at the awards, following success earlier this year at the West Midlands Energy Efficiency Awards, where the Council picked up the award for Regional Council or Local Authority Body of the Year.

The awards highlight councils that have shown a true commitment to promoting energy efficiency within their region and thanks them for their service to their local communities.
 
Councillor Emma Stokes, Worcestershire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Environment, said: “Being recognised at a national level for our work on energy efficiency is a great achievement and testament to the hard work and dedication of the team.

“The County Council has promoted a number of key energy efficiency projects over the past 12 months, and we continue to look at ways that we can support residents and business improve their energy efficiency.”

The award recognised the County Council’s work to promote energy efficiency schemes across the county, such as Solar Together, the Household Support Fund, Home Upgrade Grant Scheme and improvements to its estate.

The Council was recognised for the support offered to businesses, through Net Zero Worcestershire and the work the Council undertake in partnership with district councils.

The award also highlights the work to tackle Fuel Poverty with partners, as well as showcasing the expertise within the Council in supporting energy efficiency measures.

For more information about the County Council’s energy efficiency work, visit the Environment pages of the County Council website.