Home Energy articles
Heat pumps: Getting off gas
Wednesday 10th September 2025, 7pm
Join us for a free evening of short talks about heat pumps at Widcombe Social Club.
BWCE Fund supports Time Bank Plus to give time and spirit to Twerton
Earlier this year the BWCE Fund gave Timebank Plus a £5000 grant towards the cost of a project worker.
Renewable Energy can’t ever meet the amount of electricity we need so why bother?
The UK is moving rapidly towards an electricity system powered by renewables.
BWCE Fund supports The Hive - a buzzing centre for Peasedown
Earlier this year the BWCE Fund gave a £500 grant to the Hive Community Centre in Peasedown St John to install Cavity Wall Insulation.
Energy in your community
Groups in Bath & North East Somerset wanting to explore the potential for community-owned renewable energy projects.
Will the impact of decarbonising our energy system be enough when you factor in the emissions from China?
Why should we both to decarbonise our energy system in the UK?
Local Power, Lasting Impact: BWCE and BEC bring solar to schools and communities
Rolling out nearly 2MW of community solar across the West of England, part funded by a £500,000 grant from the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority’s Green Recovery Fund.
Investing in transforming our energy system
In the 15 years since we started operating as Bath & West Community Energy , we have seen lots of changes within the energy sector and how communities have been mobilising.
BWCE investing in schools to reduce energy bills and carbon emissions
Some of our more technical members of the team aren’t easily found in the spotlight but the work they do is essential for the smooth running, scale and ambition of our organisation.
Home retrofit: Where to start
Planning an energy upgrade for your home? A solid plan and expert guidance can make a huge difference. Here's how BWCE can help you take control of your home retrofit journey.
What does ‘retrofit’ mean for your home?
Thinking about making your home more energy efficient? When we talk about retrofit, we're talking about making an existing home easier and more affordable to heat, more comfortable to live in, and kinder to the planet by lowering carbon emissions.
What is our new Home Energy service, and why are we doing it?
What is our new Home Energy service, and why are we doing it? Discover the mission behind our work, along with useful info and the benefits of home retrofit.