In the UK, domestic energy consumption accounts for nearly one-third of all energy used and makes a significant contribution to our national greenhouse gas emissions. Though many people are aware of the need to cut their energy use, they often don’t know how to start. When they do, the rewards may seem distant, abstract or insignificant. This project links energy savings to a tangible reward that is meaningful at a human level.
People Power is a new energy provider that helps people fund projects in their communities through their energy savings.
Community projects are immediately relatable to people, and do a lot of good in communities. However, they are often in need of more funding and exposure. People Power achieves this by linking them to our members, who support them through crowdsourced funding - creating a new narrative for saving energy. Our members learn about the projects as they become empowered to save energy. They receive monthly savings targets and tips to help meet them. Over time, as they build energy-saving efficacy, we hope to help them with home insulation, self-generation and beyond.
