Help us save energy (From Messenger Newspapers)
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Residents keen to install energy saving devices if they had help
3:00pm Sunday 21st February 2010 in News
GROUNDWORK, an environmental charity, has found that nearly half of the population would be more likely to install energy saving devices in their homes if they were offered some help.
The Ipsos MORI survey, which asked 1,009 people about energy efficiency in their homes, indicate that people want to help the environment and reduce their carbon footprint, but just need some help to take action. Tony Hawkhead, chief executive of Groundwork, commented: ‘People want someone they can trust to work in their homes. They appreciate a familiar face and someone who can explain their options...’ For further information see www.groundwork.org.uk
