Dorset's greenest homes being opened to the public
The Climate Action Network aims to show how we can make similar choices
A number of houses across Dorset are throwing open their doors today and next weekend (Sunday 15th, Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd September) - to show others how to live greener.
The county's Climate Action Network has got 40 of its members to encourage others to make environmentally friendly upgrades.
The aim is to show how normal houses can run on sustainable energy, using things like solar panels and heat pumps.
It's the fourth year of the initiative for people to ask questions of other homeowners who've made alterations to save on carbon emissions and their energy bills.
The charity says:
"This yearly event has proven to be a great help to those interested in making sustainable and greener energy changes to their homes, with impartial advice from the homeowners giving visitors detailed knowledge of the installation processes, costs and healthy payback times on investment.
"How noisy is a heat pump? How can I improve the insulation of my listed building? Are solar panels really worth it? How do I find a reputable installer?
"This is one of Dorset Climate Action Network’s main projects as it continues to offer residents of Dorset an opportunity to learn more about greener energy solutions."