UKSPF project: Warm Wales - Supporting Communities

Project lead: Warm Wales

Project overview

This pilot will work with communities in Denbighshire, including primary and secondary schools year 5,8,9 and 10, those living in all tenure. It will look at people, property, place, and partnerships to:

• bring about social action to improve people’s wellbeing, confidence and skills
• encourage more impactful volunteering, working with wider community to educate, make everyone more aware of energy efficiency, green technology and the impact of fuel poverty and the cost of living
• provide free advice and support to residents to reduce energy bills and improve energy efficiency

Project updates

Final project summary December 2022 to March 2025

The Warm Wales project provided vital support to Denbighshire residents by offering energy-saving advice, practical items, and vouchers to help reduce bills and stay warm during winter.

Through creative workshops and Community Champions events, the initiative engaged over 120 to 150 people and fostered awareness around fuel poverty and energy efficiency.

Educational outreach in schools boosted pupil confidence and cross-curricular learning.

Participants reported improved financial stability, warmer homes, and reduced stress, with 89% noting better mental health and 92% experiencing a positive personal impact.

The project also strengthened social connections, creating safe, inclusive spaces for learning and support through strong local partnerships.

March 2024

Warm Wales, in collaboration with Haywire and Outside Lives, continues to make significant efforts in community outreach and support. Through their comprehensive range of services, including over-the-phone assistance, in-person workshops and outreach, we're addressing diverse needs, from energy and water related issues to emergency food and fuel banks to support the community.

Their partnership with Haywire has seen successful delivery of energy efficiency workshops in local schools, engaging primary and secondary pupils and promoting a greater understanding of energy-related concepts aligned with their curriculum.

Outside Lives has been leading in volunteer recruitment for the Happy Healthy Homes project. With a planned event calendar for 2024 and strategic partnerships with local organisations. The aim is to create a network of champions promoting community well-being.

Additionally, Warm Wales’ collaboration with theatre practitioners from Haywire ensures creative alignment, extending invitations to pupils for showcasing their artistic creations at future events.