Energy Audit News

Support For Energy Audits

What is an energy audit?

Energy audits assess a church's current energy use and building condition, using this to identify the suitable energy efficiency works that can be undertaken as the Methodist Church works to reach Net Zero by 2030. Audits will recommend actions an individual church can undertake, as well as ruling at any which are unsuitable for the building construction or usage.

Why should we get one for our church?

Having an audit will also help you to access funding- you will be ready, with a thought-out plan, to apply for grants as soon as they open and so you don't run the risk of missing out due to over subscription or short application windows. It also demonstrates to grant funders your commitment to this work.

What to do next? 

You may want to work with an auditor from this list below, made up of companies who have worked with churches previously. Or go with a company you know of already. 

How can you pay for your energy audit?

Financial assistance is available for Energy Audits. Contact Andrew Lewis our District treasurer, at district.treasurer@northamptonmethodistdistrict.org.uk to claim £500 for every audit completed within your Circuit. For advise on potential energy audit suppliers see attachment on this page.