People encouraged to join Essex Energy Switch
An estimated 4,334 tons of CO2 has been saved from being released by households who took part
People in Essex are being encouraged to sign up to renewable electricity, with the Essex Energy Switch.
More than 21,000 people across the county have reportedly saved on their energy bills since the scheme launched in 2014, and an estimated 4,334 tons of CO2 has been saved from being released by households who took part.
Energy companies will bid at an auction to see who can offer the lowest tariff.
Councillor Peter Schwier, Essex County Councilâs Climate Czar and Deputy Cabinet Member to the Leader, has encouraged residents to register:
"The Essex Energy Switch is about local communities coming together, supporting renewable energy and taking the hassle out of saving money on their gas and electricity bills â the more people that register, the bigger the potential saving per household."
He added:
"Registering for the Energy Switch is quick, easy and helps you avoid searching for the best deals as all the hard work is done for you.
"Since the scheme launched in 2014, more than 21,065 people across the county have saved on their energy bills.
"And as all Energy Switch suppliers must provide 100 per cent renewable electricity, this has already saved an estimated 4,334 tons of CO2 being released by households who took part in the Energy Switch.
"This is fantastic news and Iâm pleased we can once again support efforts to help Essex residents save money."
Anyone that registered or switched their energy supplier through the Essex Energy Switch before, will need to register again this year.
There is no obligation to switch providers.