Energise Sussex Coast

Energise Sussex Coast is a local community energy co-op set up to help tackle fuel poverty and climate change in East Sussex. We do this by helping people use less energy, save money on bills, and by supporting local renewable energy projects. If you're a resident, you can get free energy advice and a free energy-saving kit by booking a phone or face-to-face appointment with us. We can help with things like: Tips to save energy and cut costs Help with high or confusing energy bills Support with energy debt and applying to trusts for help Grants for household essentials like cookers or fridges Emergency top-up vouchers for gas and electric (if referred by a support worker) Speaking to energy suppliers on your behalf Advice on insulation, heat pumps and solar We also work with local people on green energy and climate projects. You can volunteer in your community by become an Energy Champion and help spread the word about saving energy and going green in their communities. We run regular events, workshops and learning activities in Hastings, Rother, Eastbourne and Wealden. We also work with communities who would like to set up a community energy project in their area, currently this includes the Crowhurst community solar farm and Battle Solar Town. Our sister organisation Energise South supports local organisations to access solar panel by providing community funding for solar panels on community buildings.