Fuel Poverty Awareness Day In Action: How RES is Leading the Fight Against Fuel Poverty in Staffordshire

The issue of fuel poverty resonates strongly in the West Midlands, making the work of RES, local energy experts, ever clearer. Stoke-on-Trent Central sees a staggering 27.3% of households struggling, with Stafford at 16.2%, Staffordshire Moorlands at 19.9%, and South Staffordshire at 14.8%. (National Energy Action)

“In 2024, Residential Energy Services reached over 7,000 individuals with free, impartial advice, steering them toward energy savings and healthier living environments,” said Sarah Parry, Managing Director of RES. “Our mission continues to reduce the impact of fuel poverty through expert guidance and vital home improvements.”

RES’ Warmer Homes Project, in collaboration with the Midlands Net Zero Hub and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, has exemplified this in 2024, providing more than 2,355 vulnerable locals essential funding and support services, bridging gaps for those most in need.

In response to fuel poverty’s significant impact on employee wellbeing, RES’s Workplace Energy Advice programme is proactively assisting full-time employees who struggle with energy costs, offering workshops that equip participants with practical, actionable strategies to reduce energy expenditure.

Sarah Parry explained: “Nobody should face fuel poverty alone. At Residential Energy Services, we are dedicated to changing lives by providing comprehensive support that tackles fuel poverty head-on.”

By leveraging comprehensive community engagement and offering impartial support across multiple programmes, RES’ message is clear; everyone has the right to a warm, comfortable home. We invite those in need of assistance to reach out and learn more about RES and their initiatives.