Coventry is one of the worst affected authorities in the country for fuel poverty, with over 20.3% of households affected. To raise awareness of how to tackle fuel poverty and reduce carbon emissions, the University of Warwick in collaboration with Coventry City Council and Act On Energy has completed a series of workshops as part of ongoing research to better inform Coventry residents on what support is available locally and nationally.
This initiative aimed to address the challenges of climate change and the current energy crisis by educating and engaging the local community in the Radford area on the importance of energy efficiency measures, such as improved insulation, boiler upgrades, and solar panel installations.
The workshops, held at a local school in Radford, used a place-based approach and utilised elements of design thinking to help the local community better understand the barriers to energy efficiency and explore creative solutions.
The video showcases the collaborative approach and part of the activities delivered during the workshops. The project team is planning to scale up this project to other areas of Coventry. If you are interested in participating, please get in touch at: retrofitrocks@warwick.ac.uk.