Learn from the locals! After the information sessions, join this Open Home session in Newham where the hosts will share practical insights and personal experiences on upgrades they have made to their home, using the Home Upgrades for Climate Resilience workbook, to increase the homes resilience and comfort.
“Drop in” at a local home to see home modifications completed to increase their homes resilience to cold and hot conditions, as well as, how the Workbook will assist them in home upgrades into the future.
What will be covered
- Draughtproofing
- Lighting updates
- Window treatments
- Water storage
- Replacement of ducted heating and cooling system with reverse-cycle air conditioning
- See results of thermal imaging and improvements owners made in response
- Simple waste segregation setup which links with the 4-bin system
- Composting solutions including compost tea making and biochar-making setup
- Electric garden tools (ride-on mower, push mower, chainsaw)
- Electric vehicle (demonstration of home charging facility, financing and how much we’ve saved on fuel)