What we do
We deal with domestic energy issues, advising on practical and achievable energy-saving measures in the home, signposting retrofit measures or helping those in crisis fuel situations.
We check and explain energy statements and advise on ways to manage debt or reduce large energy bills.
We advocate on a client’s behalf with energy suppliers.
We aim to empower clients to manage their own domestic energy situation in the future.
Who is eligible?
Anyone living in Powys who has problems with their domestic energy supply or bills.
How we can help
We offer pop-up information events, small group talks, telephone consultations, and face- to-face meetings via informal drop-ins or arranged appointments. We also offer home visits where we give site-specific domestic energy advice.
If a client needs help with their energy supplier we can advocate on their behalf, with the ultimate goal of empowering them to confidently manage their own energy issues.
We also signpost and refer clients to other organisations if their needs extend beyond energy, and we follow up on referrals from stakeholder partners – which is where we hope you will play a key role.
The context for our work
Fuel poverty remains a daily challenge for many in the UK, and the latest statistics show that the problem is increasing. Severn Wye works toward both the basic human needs of warmth, good health and a safe home now, and promoting energy efficiency and low carbon energy for the future.
We aim to make new connections in Powys communities with a view to providing free and confidential advice on domestic energy issues, as well opening new avenues for referral to further support for more people.
Powys Advocacy support is funded by the Energy Redress Scheme until October 2024 and is provided to clients free of charge.
Working together
You can help us by:
• making a space for us at your premises, set up some appointments with your existing service users and call us in to see them
• refer clients to us using our referral form webforms.dizions.co.uk/severn_wye_energy_agency/2
Contact us
Email the advocacy team on advocate@severnwye.org.uk or contact us directly:
North Powys
Amanda Harries
amandah@severnwye.org.uk
Mobile: 07778 359857
Mid Powys
Susie Wood
susiew@severnwye.org.uk
Mobile: 07442 465250
South Powys
Kate Lewis
katel@severnwye.org.uk
Mobile: 07442 465250
severnwye.org.uk/project/advocate-powys
