Kickstart your energy journey
You can apply for a free energy assessment to help your school use less energy, save money and cut carbon.
Action on Carbon and Energy in Schools offers a limited number of free assessments to county maintained schools in Oxfordshire.
Our expert team will work with you to find practical, low cost actions that fit your buildings and daily needs. This helps you take your first step towards a more energy efficient and sustainable school.
What you will receive
Each assessment includes the support below.
On site energy review
An on site visit by experienced energy specialists.
They will look at your buildings, systems and energy use to spot ways to improve.
Carbon and energy savings report
A clear report that explains:
- where you can save energy
- how much carbon you could cut
- the evidence behind each suggestion
Prioritised actions
We list actions in order of:
- cost
- ease of delivery
- energy savings
- carbon reduction
This helps you decide what to do first.
Costs and savings
You will get clear estimates for:
- upfront costs
- long term savings
- return on investment over time
Technology advice
Guidance on low carbon options that may suit your school, such as:
- LED lighting (energy efficient lights)
- solar panels, also called solar PV
- insulation
- heating improvements
Funding and next steps
We will point you to funding options, including the Energy Efficiency Loan Scheme, and explain how to move from planning to delivery.
What happens next
Our support does not stop with the report. We can continue to work with you to:
- explain the findings in plain language
- help you agree priorities
- develop or support your action plan
- access funding and deliver projects
- track and check your energy and carbon savings