The sessions are designed to help residents tackle rising energy costs and improve home efficiency. They are delivered by the Walsall Energy Action Project (WEAP) a partnership between Walsall Council and the voluntary community sector, funded by the National Lottery Community Fund.

“ Big Energy Saving Week highlights the vital support available to help residents reduce their energy bills. I am incredibly proud of the WEAP team and our volunteers who provide expert guidance at our six community hubs.

"I encourage anyone concerned about their bills to visit the drop-in sessions or locate a Community Energy Hub near you for practical steps make a real difference for your family and our community. “

Councillor Suky Samra, Portfolio Holder for Street Pride at Walsall Council

Since its launch in 2024, WEAP has made a significant impact:

• Supported over 5,000 residents, landlords, and community groups by providing expert advice on heating, insulation, and managing energy bills.
• Delivered 300 group sessions and 18 Energy Saving Workshop

Residents can access face-to-face support at six Community Energy Hubs located across the borough. These hubs offer tailored advice on how individual actions can reduce carbon footprints and lower household expenditure. To find a community hub near you visit: https://weap.walsall.gov.uk/community-energy-hubs 

To book, or for further information, email: launchpadbloxwich@walsall.gov.uk or call: 01922 650600.

 To locate your nearest Community Energy Hub, please visit the official WEAP website: https://weap.walsall.gov.uk/how-weap-making-difference .

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About the Walsall Energy Action Project (WEAP)

The Walsall Energy Action Project (WEAP) is a three-year borough wide initiative which began in March 2024. The project is delivered in collaboration between Walsall Council and Community Hub partners based in Walsall. The project is funded by a £1.5m grant from the National Lottery Community Fund. 

To find out more about Community Energy Saving Hubs, visit https://weap.walsall.gov.uk/community-energy-hubs 

Residents are also encouraged to visit any of our voluntary community partner venues for expert energy-saving advice. Please refer to the schedule below for locations and availability.

• Ryecroft Community Centre - Address: 28 New Forest Road, Walsall, WS3 1TR. Energy Café, Monday 10am – 12noon (Including Energy Bingo).
• NashDom - Address: Sun Street, Walsall, WS1 4AL. Energy Café, Monday 11am – 1pm

Advisors in on Mondays to Thursdays 10am – 2pm

• Darlaston All Active (Town Hall) - Victoria Road, Darlaston, Wednesbury, WS10 8AA. Energy Café. Mondays 9am to 11am or evenings 6pm – 9pm January.
• Lucy's Pantry: Tue 13:30-16:30. YMCA Small Street  (1A Small St, Walsall WS1 3PR): alternate Mondays, 13:00-16:30, from 26th January.
• Local Hub Sneyd Lane (88 Sneyd Ln, Bloxwich, Walsall WS3 2NA) last Tuesday of the month, 10:00-12:00, from 27th January.