Energy bills are at the forefront of many Mancunians' minds at the moment. As the cost of heating homes increases, everyone will be looking for ways to save money by using less energy this winter – but long-term fixes are costly.
In fact, the average price of retrofitting a property to make it more energy efficient, is estimated to be between £25,000 and £30,000 in Manchester. Solar panels, air source heat pumps and better insulation would all lower bills while contributing to tackling climate change.
But as the cost of living crisis continues, many simply cannot spare the cash. So Manchester plans to invest millions in its own social housing stock using government funding - and to invest in training and education in retro-fitting.
