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Green Isle of Wight launches energy-saving initiative for winter months

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Familiar faces in a new Island Charity are thrilled to collaborate with Connect 4 Communities in offering essential support this winter.

Lisa Beaney and Norman Arnold, representing Green Isle of Wight CIC, will be delivering in-home advice on energy reduction and maintaining warmth during the colder months.

These seasoned individuals will offer practical help through improvements designed to keep homes warm.

What’s on offer
The initiative includes convenient drop-in sessions, providing invaluable free advice, and a series of engaging cooking demonstrations.

Lisa and Norman aim to guide participants on reducing bills and minimising food waste, all while showcasing innovative techniques like cooking with an energy-efficient air fryer.

Arnold: IWC effectively channeling resources
Norman expressed his enthusiasm, stating,

“This collaboration is a fantastic example of how the Isle of Wight council effectively channels resources to support Islanders facing winter challenges and beyond.

“Join us in making a positive impact this season and into the future.”

See the Green Isle of Wight website for more information.


News shared by Lisa on behalf of Green Isle of Wight. Ed

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vitabrevis
3, December 2023 4:50 pm

These are the two who while at FootprintTrust turned down a huge government handout because they said FT couldn’t handle it. Now we know why they turned it down – because they were about to set up in competition. Disingenuous, to put it politely. I’m sure anybody thinking of supporting the new venture (including IW Council and Hampshire County Council) will consider carefully whether these two are… Read more »

lisabeaney
Reply to  vitabrevis
3, December 2023 10:14 pm

We did not turn down the funding. The Trustees did without any consultation with us. We had been working on the project for 6 months and were just about to start the home visits & thermal surveys. We resigned as a result of the Trustees decision.

billp
Reply to  lisabeaney
4, December 2023 9:36 am

It is usual for a charity’s trustees to approve grant applications, before their staff actually apply. Staff provide advice, but are not the decision makers.

vitabrevis
4, December 2023 10:39 am

So why did the Trustees (= Directors) change their minds between bid and award, and immediately following appointment of Arnold and Beaney?

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