Big news yesterday from DESNZ's announcement of the Warm Homes Plan. We hosted the department and Martin McCluskey MP at Jason's home, which we retrofitted, providing insulation, solar PV, and a heat pump, all at no cost through our scheme 👇 www.bristolcityleap.co.uk/domestic/bri...

The UK’s minister for energy consumers praised Bristol’s action on renewable energy in a visit to a house in south Bristol

It was a pleasure hosting Minister @martinmccluskey.bsky.social and DESNZ at one of the hundreds of homes that Bristol City Leap has retrofitted 🏠 To learn more about how Jason accessed our Bright Green Homes scheme, click here 👇 www.bristolcityleap.co.uk/domestic/bri... #Bristol #BrightGreenHomes

We're thrilled to announce a new £25 million Bristol City Leap retrofit project 🥳 This initiative, delivered through the Bristol City Council and Ameresco partnership, aims to enhance energy efficiency in social housing across Henbury, Brentry, Avonmouth, and Lawrence Weston 📍 📸: Tusko

We are excited to share that we've been shortlisted for the Retrofit Partnership of the Year – Strategic Collaboration award at the 2026 Retrofit Academy Awards 🏆 Thank you to The Retrofit Academy for this amazing recognition. A big shoutout to all the other nominees, best of luck to you all 🍀

Meet Clive, one of our happy residents who has benefitted from our Bright Green Homes scheme, receiving FREE solar panels and a heat pump! 💚 #BrightGreenHomes #Bristol #EnergyEfficiency #Retrofit #Decarbonisation

After our fourth round of funding, Bristol City Leap has proudly awarded over £600K to community-led energy projects 🥳 From enhancing community renewables to cutting energy bills, these projects are driving meaningful change every day 🙌 #BristolCityLeap #CommunityEnergy #Funding #Decarbonisation

We had a fantastic time hosting a resident engagement event at Sturminster & Stockwood Community Association & Social Club for our retrofit project in Stockwood 📍 #Bristol #EnergyEfficiency #Retrofit #Decarbonisation #SocialHousing

We have been shortlisted as a Bristol Business Legend and nominated for the Global Impact Award 🏆 Thank you to @bristol247.bsky.social for this recognition. Congratulations to all the other nominees, wishing you the best of luck 🍀 #BristolLegends #Bristol247 #GlobalImpact #Decarbonisation #Bristol

What it took to transform 81 flats into warmer, cosier homes for Bristol residents 📍 Want to learn more about this project? Check out the full blog here 👇 www.bristolcityleap.co.uk/81-flats-tra... #Bristol #EnergyEfficiency #Retrofit #Decarbonisation #SocialHousing

Bristol heat network update!

Come along and speak to Bristol Energy Network's Help Desk to find out how to keep your home warm while managing your energy bills! #Bristol #EnergyEfficiency #Decarbonisation

Watch a Social Housing Block Transform in 60 Seconds ⏱️ This video shows the external upgrades made to the seven social housing blocks on Ledbury Road that we've retrofitted 👷 #Bristol #EnergyEfficiency #Retrofit #Decarbonisation #SocialHousing #TimeLapse

We're thrilled to announce that we've crossed the halfway mark, achieving over £35 million of our ambitious £61.5 million social value goal! 🥳 #Bristol #SocialValue #Decarbonisation

Are you a senior leader in a South Gloucestershire business looking to influence the region’s economic future?

Come along and get some FREE draft proofing materials at this event, we are hosting with Bristol Energy Network 👇 #Bristol #EnergyEfficiency #Decarbonisation

We’re thrilled to announce the completion of a transformative retrofit project at Ledbury Road, delivered by Bristol City Leap. With an investment of £8.6 million, we've upgraded 81 flats to create warmer, cosier homes for residents 🩵 #Bristol #EnergyEfficiency #Retrofit #Decarbonisation

Are you a senior leader in a South Gloucestershire business looking to influence the region’s economic future?

Yesterday, we hosted a Community Exhibition at Avonmouth Community Centre, providing those who live and work near the site with the opportunity to learn about one of our proposed solar farms ☀️ #Bristol #Decarbonisation #LocalRenewables #SolarFarm

The third solar farm site has been selected as part of the Bristol City Leap partnership ☀️ Adding approximately 2.5 Megawatts of clean power, this project plans to provide energy to power the equivalent of about 970 homes annually 🏘️ #Bristol #Solar #Decarbonisation

Our recent placement student, James, has just published a blog post about his experience atCity Leap! Dive into his journey of personal and professional growth and the innovative projects he contributed to in the realm of Decarbonisation. #Placements #UWE #StudentExperience #Decarbonisation

In 2025, the Bristol heat network is now supplying or committed to supply low carbon heat to the equivalent of 11,500 homes, marking a major milestone in our city's journey to net zero 📍 #Bristol #BristolHeatNetwork #Decarbonation

New vision for low carbon Bristol announced as more homes and businesses than ever now connected to heat network with Vattenfall buff.ly/Y8eexWM #energymanagement #energymanager

𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐥! Vattenfall Heat UK recently completed a hoarding project at their energy centre site in Bedminster, a collaborative effort with East Bedminster Regeneration and Galliard Homes Apsley House Capital PLC.

Last week, we hosted a Community Exhibition at The Withywood Centre, providing those who live and work near the site with the opportunity to learn about our proposed solar farm ☀️ #Bristol #Decarbonisation #LocalRenewables #SolarFarm

We’re thrilled to announce an update to the eligibility criteria for the Bright Green Homes scheme! Homes with gas heating, including those with gas boilers, can now apply for grant funding to boost energy efficiency 🏠

𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤'𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟓𝟎 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 Vattenfall Heat UK are excited to launch its 2050 vision for the Bristol heat network - a citywide initiative that will reshape how buildings across Bristol are heated, supporting the city’s journey to net zero.

This could be you 🫵 The deadline for the fourth round of funding for our £1.5 million Community Energy Fund is September 15th 🗓️ Join these organisations in securing funding for your clean energy project ⚡ #Bristol #Decarbonisation #CommunityEnergy #Funding

Warm Homes Retrofit Project: Meet Dale 🎥 This video is part of a series designed to show social housing residents the retrofit process, providing them with insights into what to expect 🏘️ #Bristol #EnergyEfficiency #Retrofit #Decarbonisation

The deadline for the fourth round of funding for our £1.5 million Bristol City Leap Community Energy Fund is September 15th 🗓️ Join the Windmill Hill City Farm in securing funding for your clean energy project 🐑 #Bristol #Decarbonisation #HeatNetwork #CommunityEnergy #Funding #CityFarm #CaseStudy

You're invited! Bristol Energy Network is excited to be bringing back Green Open Homes for 2025 with funding and support from Retrofit West.

Warm Homes Retrofit Project: Meet a Site Manager 🎥 This video is part of a series designed to show social housing residents the retrofit process, providing them with insights into what to expect 🏘️ #Bristol #EnergyEfficiency #Retrofit #Decarbonisation

Curious about solar farms in Bristol? We're here to shed light on common questions about these renewable energy projects ☀️ We are generating clean energy to support Bristol's decarbonisation goals. We're committed to creating a healthier and more sustainable environment for everyone 📍

Bristol City Leap Community Energy Fund Case Study: Windmill Hill City Farm 🎥 #Bristol #Energy #Decarbonisation #HeatNetwork #CommunityEnergy #Funding

Come and join us for our prestigious Annual Lecture and Research Showcase on 8 October where we will be rethinking food and nutrition for the planet. We've got a fantastic panel and keynote lined up and interactive research exhibits to explore. Get your ticket! www.tickettailor.com/events/cabot...

Warm Homes Project: Meet Darren 🎥 This case study is part of a series designed to show social housing residents the retrofit process, providing them with insights into what to expect 🏘️ #Bristol #EnergyEfficiency #Retrofit #Decarbonisation

Do you need funding for a community energy project? ⚡ Be like Bristol North West Foodbank, which is using the funding to conduct an energy audit of its building 💡 #Bristol #CommunityEnergy #Decarbonisation #Funding

Warm Homes Retrofit Project: Meet Catherine 🎥 This case study is part of a series designed to show social housing residents the retrofit process, providing them with insights into what to expect 🏘️ #Bristol #EnergyEfficiency #Retrofit #Decarbonisation

Do you need funding for a community energy project? ⚡ Be like The Restore Trust, which is providing green skills training to individuals in the prison system, empowering them for a successful reintegration into society 👷 #Bristol #CommunityEnergy #Decarbonisation #Funding

We recently hosted a Fish & Chip Supper at the Henbury & Brentry Community Centre, bringing together residents involved in our program for free energy-saving home upgrades 📍

Looking to make energy improvements to your home? Have questions around heat pumps?

What to Expect from the Retrofit Process 🎞️ This video is part of a series designed to show social housing residents the retrofit process, providing them with insights on what to expect 🏘️ #Bristol #EnergyEfficiency #Retrofit #Decarbonisation

The latest solar farm site has been selected as part of the Bristol City Leap partnership ☀️ Adding 1.3 Megawatts of clean power, this project will provide energy to power the equivalent of 506 homes annually 🏘️ #Bristol #Energy #Sustainability #Decarbonisation

Do you need funding for a community energy project? ⚡ Be like Friends of Jubilee Pool, who are looking to replace their old, gas boilers with a more energy-efficient solution 🏊 #Bristol #CommunityEnergy #Decarbonisation #Funding

This past weekend, we had a fun time in Henbury and Brentry, where we served coffee and pastries to social housing residents set to receive energy-saving upgrades for their homes. It was also an opportunity to connect with other residents curious about BLC 🩵 #Bristol #Retrofit #EnergyEfficency

Need funding for a community energy project? ⚡ Be like St Werburghs City Farm, who will be looking to improve the energy efficiency of their buildings long term 🐓 They applied to our Community Energy Fund, and you can too 👇 www.bristolcityleap.co.uk/community/co... #Bristol #CommunityEnergy

Last week, we hosted a Community Exhibition at Avonmouth Community Center, providing those who live and work near the site with the opportunity to learn about our proposed solar farm ☀️ #Bristol #Energy #Sustainability #Decarbonisation #LocalRenewables

The planning application expects to expand an existing solar farm to generate further 4.8 MW of clean energy

The first solar farm site has been selected as part of the Bristol City Leap partnership ☀️ Adding 4.8 Megawatts of clean power, this project will provide energy to power the equivalent of 1,868 homes annually 🏘️ #Bristol #Energy #Sustainability #Decarbonisation

Our colleagues at Vattenfall Heat UK asked the Bristol community, "What if you could magically make heat from the harbour water. What would that look like?" Check out this video to see how local artist RTiiiKA transformed these imaginative ideas into stunning art! 👇 youtu.be/n1vypzhaM8M