The Council has recently provided twelve thermal imaging cameras to nine local community groups including parish and town councils, in a bid to support residents with understanding the thermal efficiency of their homes. Seven of the nine community groups are now ready to loan the cameras out.

According to the Energy Saving Trust, up to a third of heat can be lost through poorly insulated walls and up to a quarter through your roof. Doors, windows and floors are also responsible for heat loss and can be responsible for cold draughts within a home.

Interested community groups have come forward to adopt a thermal imaging camera for loan, with the Council supporting them by developing information on how to use the cameras and interpreting the thermal images, as well as signposting to support organisations including Act on Energy to make the process as simple as possible for residents.

Partners on the scheme include energy charity Act on Energy and Royal Leamington Spa Town Council.

Councillor Lowell Williams, Portfolio Holder for Climate Change at Warwick District Council, said: “A key priority of the Council’s Corporate Strategy is to proactively help residents improve the energy performance of their home, reducing bills, energy consumption and carbon emissions.

"This scheme, which is completely free to residents, is designed to help you understand where improvements to your home can be made that will lower your fuel bills and keep your home warmer in winter.”

Rachel Jones, Act on Energy’s CEO said: “We’re really pleased to be partnering with Warwick District Council on the thermal imaging camera scheme. With energy bills set to remain high, it’s important to remember that the cheapest energy is the energy you don’t use, so identifying where the cold spots are in your home is a good first step to preventing heat loss in your home.”

Councillor Judith Clarke, Mayor, Royal Leamington Spa Town Council, added: “The Town Council is delighted to be working with its partners on this scheme, helping residents of the town find out more about their homes and how they can improve energy efficiency. I would encourage people to find out more and take part.”

The scheme is free to private residents living within the area of a local community group operating the scheme. To loan a camera, contact your local community group, listed on the Council’s website.

Kenilworth Town Council also has a well-established thermal imaging camera loan scheme for the town, which is entirely operated and funded by Kenilworth Town Council.

If you live in Kenilworth, please contact the Town Council:

• 01926 859155
• admin@kenilworth-tc.gov.uk