Christ Church, Northcourt, Abingdon, has received a £144,000 grant for its decarbonisation project. Work began on January 27th and is expected to be completed by the end of February.
The project includes the installation of air source heat pumps, solar panels and batteries, new insulation and lighting, suspended ceilings, and new double-glazed windows for improved energy efficiency.
During the project, approximately 40 groups and hirers have been temporarily relocated or have paused their meetings. Scaffolding has been erected, and the lounge, upper room, hall, and vestry have been inaccessible. Groups will return to warmer and more comfortable rooms. The project will also reduce the site’s carbon footprint by 25%. It also addresses the long-standing challenge of heating the hall during colder months.
£144,000 grant from who?
It’s from the government’s VCSE Energy Efficiency Scheme – https://www.gov.uk/guidance/vcse-energy-efficiency-scheme.
Sadly it is now too late to start benefiting from that scheme
Really looking forward to returning. Removal of those louvre windows and ineffective blown air heaters. Improved lights and insulation. And removal of that suspended ceiling and hopefully leaking flat roof .
Looking positive to return Thursday 6th March 7pm White Horse Abingdon Phab Club.
We return to the hall Thursday 6th March at 7pm.
They may have to issue a new entry key card.
Nigel and Barbara are unable to attend they are busy at an event.