Anesco secures second council contract

Leading energy efficiency solutions company, Anesco, is celebrating after securing a second contract from Doncaster Council.

The firm is to manage the installation of external wall insulation in 100 privately-owned ‘priority group’ homes within the region.

The upgrades will be completed at no cost to homeowners or the local authority, with funding being provided through the national Priority Group Flex (PGF) scheme.

PGF funding is available to low income private sector households where the occupier is in receipt of certain benefits. The upgrades to the Doncaster homes are expected to bring annual savings for residents of around £475 per year, helping to lift many households out of fuel poverty.

According to the Energy Saving Trust, around 45% of the heat lost in an un-insulated solid wall home is through the walls. For homes heated by gas, the saving on emissions is estimated to be around 1.9 tonnes per year, with this figure rising for those heated by electricity and solid fuel.

Matthew Tunstall, head of energy efficiency at Anesco, said: “We’re really pleased to be selected by Doncaster Council to manage these installations and it’s a positive reflection of the strong relationship we have developed.

“Anesco is leading the way when it comes to working with local authorities, businesses and homeowners across the UK to reduce carbon emissions. Through our innovative ESCO model and knowledge of all renewable technologies, we can advise on which energy efficiency solutions will bring the greatest benefits and return on investment."

The contract is the second to be awarded to Anesco by Doncaster Council in recent months. In August the firm began work on a major project managing energy efficiency upgrades in 270 private homes and 125 council homes, as part of the Government’s Community Energy Savings Programme (CESP).

Mayor of Doncaster, Peter Davies, said: “This is more great news for Doncaster. These projects are contributing towards community regeneration, boosting the Doncaster economy and increasing employment opportunities for local people. Another important factor is of course the significant savings on fuel bills that residents are already experiencing.”