SILHILLIANS can now register to take part in the latest round of a scheme which has already helped thousands go green and save money on their energy bills.
Known as the Big Community Switch, the collective energy switching scheme is designed to secure better energy deals for households, helping them switch energy suppliers, move to a 100% renewable electricity tariff, and potentially save money on their energy bills.
It uses the bargaining power of a large group to help secure lower prices from energy suppliers.
The last auction in October saw British Gas offer residents a 12-month fixed rate deal with an average annual saving of £156 based on a dual fuel monthly direct debit online contract.
A new auction with trusted and vetted suppliers is taking place on March 18 and residents can register their interest to take part for free until April 28.
Residents will be informed by email of the outcome of the auction in April and will have until May 1 to decide if they want to accept their personal offer, and there is no obligation to switch.
Solihull Council’s cabinet member for Housing, Councillor Mark Parker, said: “We know switching energy suppliers can be a daunting task, so we’re pleased to see the Big Community Switch return to offer households competitive deals through a hassle-free process.
“The last auction saw more than 1,500 Solihull residents sign up to help take control of their energy costs and save money on their bills, so I encourage others to take advantage of the scheme and register for free, with no obligation to switch.”
Big Community Switch is run by iChoosr, an independent expert in energy switching.
George Frost, spokesperson for Big Community Switch, said: “Rising energy costs have placed a significant burden on households. This scheme offers a practical starting point for residents to make an informed decision about switching their energy supplier.
“By coming together as a community, people in Solihull can access tariffs offered through the scheme that might not be available to them individually.”
To register or find out more, visit Solihull Council’s Big Community Switch webpage.
