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Record number at Green Open Homes 2019

November 24, 2019 By Cara Jenkinson Leave a Comment

A record number of visitors gained inspiration from our sixth Green Open Homes event to make their own homes more sustainable.  Despite the wet November weather, 150 visits were made over two weekend days to eight homes in Muswell Hill, Crouch End, Alexandra Park, Tottenham and Highgate. Showcasing state-of-the-art insulation, draughtproofing and … [Read more...]

Green Open Homes 2019

October 16, 2019 By Cara Jenkinson 11 Comments

This November a variety of homes in Muswell Hill, Crouch End, Alexandra Park, Highgate and Tottenham are on show to the public.  Properties include Edwardian villas,  a 1920s former London County Council property, a timber-framed 1980s house and the cob and straw eco building at the Meadow Orchard community garden.  Features include underfloor heating systems, … [Read more...]

Exciting programme for Autumn 2018

September 3, 2018 By Cara Jenkinson Leave a Comment

We have an exciting programme of events for Autumn 2018, including practical workshops, Green Open Homes weekends and a fascinating talk on the global politics of sustainable energy. Tuesday 9th October 7.30pm - Woodstove Wisdom Evening  Find out how to run a wood stove cleanly and efficiently. Hosted by a MHSG member. Please email info@mhsgroup.org to book your … [Read more...]

Our new thermal imaging project

November 21, 2016 By Cara Jenkinson Leave a Comment

We've just started a pilot thermal imaging project for homes on Springcroft Avenue, off Fortis Green.  Thermal images are great for showing up where heat is leaking out, pinpointing where action needs to be taken to boost draughtproofing and insulation.  We're hoping to take thermal image photos of most of the homes in the street, allowing residents to compare their homes with … [Read more...]

Talk 17 October – How smart are smart meters?

September 23, 2016 By Cara Jenkinson Leave a Comment

Book here for our free talk!  Over the next 5 years around 50 million smart meters will be rolled out across the UK, replacing the 'dumb' meters that have been in homes for years.  Each home will also get an interactive home display, which will make their gas and electricity use visible.  The hope is that this will enable householders to reduce their energy consumption.  In … [Read more...]

Successful Hot Tips for Warm Homes Event

March 4, 2016 By Shoira Masharipova Leave a Comment

We had a very successful, well attended "Hot Tips for Warm Homes Event" on the 29th of February. The workshop was led by Tom Ruxton - energy efficiency expert, founder of the HEET project. The main targets for the event was to give advice to local residents on low cost insulation, draughtproofing, energy efficiency around the house, changing habits to save energy and how … [Read more...]

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