Groundwork Yorkshire Retrofit Outreach (WYCA)

Dedicated Retrofit Advisors for the retrofit outreach service funded through the West Yorkshire Combined Authority  (WYCA) & the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero (DESNZ).

The aims of the project are to engage hard to reach groups in what domestic retrofit is and to show the benefits. We have a dedicated retrofit advisor in each of the West Yorkshire districts. 

Leeds, Calderdale, Kirklees, Wakefield & Bradford.

Target groups:

1. ESOL
2. Elderly
3. Offline
4. Poor EPC rating (E & below)
5. Living in Fuel poverty
6. Hard to treat homes

Groundwork Yorkshire aim to engage via VCSE groups by attending events, conducting talks/presentations & promoting the Groundwork Yorkshire Retrofit service.

The aims are to use the Retrofit Advisor as a point of contact for retrofit outreach and to learn why hard to reach groups are not currently engaging. Promoting correct advice and confidence will allow fuel poor households to engage in funding streams.

Funding can also cover training for retrofit community ambassadors to help solidify the retrofit benefits in specific communities.

For any queries about the project please email retrofit@groundwork.org.uk 

Help spread the word!! All advice is free and aimed to help those in need and conducted in the local community.