2 weeks Ago By [email protected] (Duncan Browne)
A fossil fuel free eco home has scooped top prize at the East Midlands Energy Efficiency Awards. The project at Reservoir Road, Surfleet turned a 1960s hard-to-heat house into an environmentally-friendly property - winning the Small Scale Project of the Year award. The property was the brainchild of Lincolnshire -based Dr Jerry Harrall, an independent consultant specialising in the design and adaptation of fossil-fuel-free buildings - known locally for his work on the eco properties at Long Sutton nicknamed the ‘Teletubby houses’.
There were 13 categories up for grabs at the awards ceremony at the Doubletree Hilton Nottingham Gateway Hotel on March 20, attended by individuals and companies throughout the East Midlands area that are involved in the energy efficiency industry. Energy Efficiency Awards chairman Gary Braybrooke said: “The winners are leaders in energy efficiency in the UK and these awards, now in their 11th year, are testament to their innovation, expertise and dedication to a greener future for us all. “They are at the heart of transforming the way that energy is used, making a real difference to businesses and households throughout the country.
“The success stories we’ve seen tonight highlight the power of collaboration between businesses, policymakers, and communities. “These achievements showcase how partnerships and forward-thinking approaches can lead to meaningful and measurable change.” Event organiser Kenneth Campbell said: “These awards recognise the organisations and individuals driving real progress towards a more sustainable future.
“Each of our awards recipients has set new benchmarks for what is possible in reducing energy consumption, cutting carbon emissions, and making a lasting impact on businesses, communities, and the environment. “We hope that these awards not only celebrate past and present achievements, but also inspire others to push the boundaries of energy efficiency in the future.”.
