As your local energy advice charity, we’re delighted to be the Community Partner at this year’s Retrofit Action Week West Midlands. Whether that’s advice and support for people struggling to pay their bills – or those wanting the step-by-step advice to retrofit their home – we’re here to help.
In fact, last year we supported more than 15,000 callers on our helpline and delivered more than 2,300 home visits – the demand for customer support is certainly there.
A great place to start is on our website. We’ve got a series of resources ranging from easy to install energy efficiency measures through to heat pump technical know-how.

Join South & City College Birmingham's Retrofitting & Innovation Celebration at Edgbaston Stadium! Network with industry leaders, celebrate groundbreaking sustainability projects and hear expert insights from key voices in housing, construction and innovation. Enjoy a welcome fizz, buffet dinner and panel discussions on the future of retrofitting.

Don’t miss this inspiring evening driving change in Birmingham’s built environment.

Come along to our free community event – everyone's welcome!

Energy experts will be on hand to help with your concerns, from tackling high bills to reducing consumption for a greener planet. Discover how small, simple changes can create a warmer, healthier home.

Chat with our advisor Hanna for energy-saving tips and learn how we can all address the climate emergency and lower our bills.

Funded by Warwickshire County Council’s Green Shoots Community Climate Change Fund, supporting local climate action across Warwickshire.

Address: Outside ASDA, Parkgate, Stratford Road, Shirley, Solihull B90 3GG
Drop by our stall outside ASDA Parkgate, Shirley, to chat with experts from Solihull Council’s Green Homes Team and Act on Energy. Residents can learn more about upgrading their homes to be more energy efficient, receive free impartial advice on energy saving and how to create a healthier home.

The West Midlands Retrofit Summit is designed for retrofit and housing professionals in and around the West Midlands, from local authorities and installers to community groups and academics, and offers presentations, Q&A, breakout sessions, and networking.
The Summit runs online on Zoom Events over Tues 13 Weds 14 & Thurs 15 May 2025 (08.45-12.30hrs) offering presentations, speaker Q&A discussion, themed break-outs and informal networking each morning. FREE to attend.

A smarter way to retrofit suspended timber floors!

Join Richard Kemp Harper, Chief Commercial Officer from AirEx Technologies and guest speaker Eddie Grant, Investment Project Manager at Broadacres Housing Association, as we host an ‘in conversation with’ discussion into a real-world retrofit case study in tackling underfloor heat loss in social housing. 

Discover how Broadacres developed their retrofit approach and included AirEx smart air bricks in their strategy to meet EPC targets, get their homes ready for Net Zero and address heat loss in their properties, all whilst improving resident comfort and reducing bills.
Reserve your place today.

Not strictly a part of Retrofit Action Week but it's a great opportunity to ask the Mayor about retrofit! 

>> Residents of Birmingham get the chance to ask Richard Parker, the Mayor of the West Midlands any questions they may have about his policies and priorities (including housing retrofit!)
The final 'Ask the Mayor Anything' event of this series is set for Tues May 13 from 6pm to 7pm at the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square Birmingham B3 3DH. 
Places are free but residents are encouraged to book ahead to guarantee their place, with over 100 people signed up already!

The West Midlands Retrofit Summit is designed for retrofit and housing professionals in and around the West Midlands, from local authorities and installers to community groups and academics, and offers presentations, Q&A, breakout sessions, and networking.
The Summit runs online on Zoom Events over Tues 13 Weds 14 & Thurs 15 May 2025 (08.45-12.30hrs) offering presentations, speaker Q&A discussion, themed break-outs and informal networking each morning. FREE to attend.

Solihull Council’s Green Homes Lead, David Chapman, will be delivering a session as part of Retrofit Action Week West Midlands (10-18 May). Retrofitting is the process of upgrading existing buildings to make them more energy efficient using measures such insulation, air source heat pumps and solar panels.
Join David and colleagues to hear about what the council is already doing to improve the energy efficiency of buildings in Solihull, and how you could benefit from the schemes. To book a presentation for your Solihull-based organisation please email david.chapman@solihull.gov.uk

The West Midlands Retrofit Summit is designed for retrofit and housing professionals in and around the West Midlands, from local authorities and installers to community groups and academics, and offers presentations, Q&A, breakout sessions, and networking.
The Summit runs online on Zoom Events over Tues 13 Weds 14 & Thurs 15 May 2025 (08.45-12.30hrs) offering presentations, speaker Q&A discussion, themed break-outs and informal networking each morning. FREE to attend.

Shared by WM Green Doors, who run small group study tours of energy efficient homes for householders, energy, construction, and housing professionals, and students.

▶️ Watch on-demand a live and dynamic Q&A with Lewis about the installation of a heat pump at his old house in King’s Heath. Participants dove deep into the work he had done, the contractors, suppliers, the overall impact, plus Lewis’ motivations. It was a highly engaging discussion, as attendees attest to below: 

“It’s given me confidence to consider moving over to a heat pump even though I live in an old house that isn’t completely draft free.” Anon
“A great example of how good heat pump system design can lead to an efficient heating system in an "unimproved" home.” Anon

Address: Riverside Family Hub, 289 Bosworth Dr, Fordbridge, Birmingham B37 5DP

Drop by our stall at Riverside Family Hub (Chelmsley Wood), to chat with experts from Solihull Council’s Green Homes Team and Act on Energy. Residents can learn more about upgrading their homes to be more energy efficient, receive free impartial advice on energy saving and how to create a healthier home.

Act on Energy has been supporting customers through the various iterations of Local Authority delivered energy efficiency schemes.
As the Home Upgrade Grant Scheme comes to an end, Paul Carroll and Sam Anderson from Act on Energy’s Projects Team discuss the successes and challenges of the HUG scheme, their role as customer journey support and look ahead to what new schemes are coming across the West Midlands

This exciting, family-friendly 2-day event will highlight how we can all live more sustainably in our homes and communities.

Offering the latest advice on improving both the energy efficiency and comfort levels of properties – for both new builds & existing homes.

Act on Energy - championing community action

We may have energy in our name – but it’s people at the heart of our organisation. Because our vision of eliminating fuel poverty and reducing carbon emissions is good for everyone – and our planet. That’s why we work tirelessly with our partners and local communities to tackle the causes of fuel poverty and help mitigate the impacts – all whilst helping to drive the net zero agenda.

Come and meet our outreach officer, Jeanette, at the Kenilworth Eco Fayre – with 20+ green businesses, charities, and groups offering advice + crafts and fun for all ages!

Act on Energy

We believe the resident should always be at the heart of all retrofit projects.
Join our Retrofit Expert, Oliver, as he visits the home of a Solihull resident during the install of cavity wall insulation thanks to funding through the Solihull Household Support Fund.

"The scheme is brilliant as I couldn't afford to do this myself so I'm very grateful"

If you would like to know more about home efficiency upgrades and potential grants, call us 0800 988 2881

Kate, from Shirley, is saving money on her fuel bills and cutting her emissions thanks to the Home Upgrade Grant which offered eligible residents free energy efficiency upgrades to their home.
Act on Energy supported Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council with this scheme by providing the main point of contact for enquiries and processing applications.
“We were really impressed with the advice given and the work from the contractors in making sure everything was carried out to a high standard."

Solar Together brings West Midlands residents, small businesses & community groups together to get high-quality solar panels from qualified installers at a competitive price.
The scheme also offers optional battery storage & electric vehicle charging points, including battery storage for those who already have solar panels & want to get more from the renewable energy they generate.
Sign up for free, without obligation until Friday 6 June: - select your local council. Scheme covers the WMCA area.