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🧡 Raising Awareness This Coeliac Awareness Month 🧡 As part of Coeliac Awareness Month, our own Katie Ward spoke at the recent Chirpy Heat team meeting, sharing her personal experience following her recent Coeliac Disease diagnosis. Katie gave an honest and insightful presentation about what Coeliac Disease is, the symptoms, treatment, and the reality of living with the condition day to day. She openly shared her journey from illness to diagnosis, helping to shine a light on a condition that is often misunderstood and under-diagnosed. With Coeliac Disease affecting 1 in 100 people in the UK, conversations like these are so important in helping to build greater awareness, understanding, empathy, and inclusion in the workplace and beyond. A huge thank you to Katie for sharing her story and helping us continue to learn and grow as a team. To learn more about Coeliac Disease, visit Coeliac UK: https://lnkd.in/edZ_rZQt #ChirpyHeat #CoeliacAwarenessMonth #CoeliacDisease #GlutenFree #RaisingAwareness #WorkplaceWellbeing #Inclusion #HealthAwareness

🎧 New Podcast Episode: Fair Pricing in Focus with Citizens Advice What does fair pricing really mean for heat networks and how can housing providers get it right? In our latest episode of Heat Networks with Chirpy Heat, we’re joined by Charlotte Witsø, Head of Heat Networks Policy at Citizens Advice, for a practical and thought‑provoking discussion on tackling one of the sector’s biggest challenges. What we explore:  💡Why fair pricing isn’t a fixed number: “prices should be fair and not disproportionate”  💡How to manage ambiguity while staying compliant and customer-focused  💡The importance of signposting to Citizens Advice to support residents  💡The real tension between cost recovery and affordability as energy prices rise  💡What the future might hold—with hopes for more prescriptive pricing rules  💡Insights from Norway, showing what well-run heat networks can achieve One key takeaway? Fair pricing isn’t just about numbers—it’s about transparency, communication and trust. 👉 If you’re navigating fair pricing right now, this episode is well worth a listen. 🎧 Listen here:  Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ey63jfVv Apple Podcasts:  https://lnkd.in/eAXuQwaw YouTube:  https://lnkd.in/e7ZbkUP4   📖 Read more: https://lnkd.in/erzujX5a   📩 Get in touch to see how Chirpy Heat can support your fair pricing journey: client.relationships@chirpyheat.com #HeatNetworks #FairPricing #HousingProviders #EnergyRegulation #SocialHousing #CustomerTrust #EnergyPolicy #Podcast #NetZero 

£15.6 million awarded through Heat Network Efficiency Scheme (HNES) Round 10 is another major step forward for improving existing heat networks across the UK — particularly for housing providers and their residents. For housing providers and local authorities, this is about far more than infrastructure upgrades. It’s an opportunity to: 🟣 Reduce resident energy bills  🟣 Improve heating and hot water reliability  🟣 Lower operational costs  🟣 Cut carbon emissions  🟣 Improve resident satisfaction  🟣 Prepare for future heat network regulation At Chirpy Heat, we’ve already supported over 100 HNES applications, in both Revenue and Capital applications, with a success rate of over 96%, helping housing providers identify inefficiencies, strengthen applications, and secure funding to improve communal heating systems for residents.  Many communal heat networks are operating inefficiently, creating avoidable costs, excessive heat losses, and ongoing resident complaints. Funding programmes like HNES give providers the opportunity to modernise ageing systems and deliver meaningful improvements across their housing communities. The next HNES Round (13) is expected in August 2026 – October 2026. Could your heat networks qualify for government-funded HNES grants, with Chirpy Heat handling your application free of charge? To registered your interest in our application support, submit your details for here > https://lnkd.in/edb6SN_K Read our latest thoughts on what the Round 10 announcement means for the sector > https://lnkd.in/eKZde3Ge #HeatNetworks #HNES #HousingAssociations #SocialHousing #NetZero #DistrictHeating #CommunalHeating #EnergyEfficiency #ResidentExperience #Decarbonisation

We’re delighted to welcome Galina Chankova to Chirpy Heat as our new Client Relationship Consultant 🎉 Galina joins our Client Relationship team and will be working closely with Millie Hurault and Paulina Trimble to support clients throughout their journey towards simply better heat networks. She brings valuable experience in both heat networks and account management, having previously worked at Data Energy where she managed relationships with a range of complex and strategically important clients. Her strong focus on client experience and relationship building will be a fantastic addition as Chirpy Heat continues to grow. We’re especially excited about the energy and perspective Galina brings to the team, helping us continue delivering a positive and supportive experience for our clients. Outside of work, Galina enjoys photography and spending time outdoors with her family, and we’re looking forward to getting to know her better over the coming months. A very warm welcome, Galina — we’re thrilled to have you with us! 👏 #HeatNetworks #DistrictHeating #EnergyConsultancy #NetZero #Decarbonisation #CleanEnergy #HeatNetworkConsultant #SustainableEnergy #EnergyTransition #ClientSuccess #TeamGrowth #NewStarter #WelcomeToTheTeam #GrowingTeam #HeatNetworkRegulations #LowCarbonHeat #BuiltEnvironment #Infrastructure #ClimateAction #ChirpyHeat 

We’re excited to share that Chirpy Heat’s Rachael Mills will be speaking at the upcoming HQN Heat Network event on Thursday 21st May.   This virtual workshop will explore the latest heat network regulations and what they mean for social housing providers — covering the key changes, compliance challenges, and practical steps organisations need to take now.   Rachael will be sharing insights into the real-world challenges housing providers face when implementing the new legislation, along with practical solutions and best practice approaches.   Bookings are still open — find out more and reserve your place here: https://lnkd.in/eSnZYhq6   #ChirpyHeat #HeatNetworks #SocialHousing #HousingProviders #EnergyRegulations #HeatNetworkRegulations #NetZero #Sustainability #HousingSector

🚨 Preparing for Ofgem Heat Network Registration? Start Now. In the latest episode of Heat Networks with Chirpy Heat, Millie Hurault discusses why housing providers need to prioritise Ofgem registration preparations during the 2026–27 financial year — and why waiting until the deadline approaches could create unnecessary pressure. With Ofgem now formally regulating heat networks, providers are entering a major period of operational change. A key theme from Chirpy Heat’s recent webinar was clear: many providers feel overwhelmed by the scale of change ahead. The advice from the session was practical and consistent: ✔️ Understand your current heat network portfolio and compliance position ✔️ Organise your data early before reporting opens ✔️ Break compliance into manageable workstreams ✔️ Prepare internal teams and contractors for registration requirements ✔️ Focus on clear, resident-friendly communication 💡Chirpy Heat’s Ofgem Registration Service provides end-to-end support including training, data gathering, validation and managed submission support through the Chirpy Nest platform. Find out more now > https://lnkd.in/eHzx_kEY Register your interest in these services > https://lnkd.in/eCWkS5Ws 🎧 Listen to the episode for free: • Apple Podcasts https://lnkd.in/emVVEu3X • Spotify https://lnkd.in/eRg5Pcr9 • YouTube https://lnkd.in/eEEZyUuh #HeatNetworks #Ofgem #HeatNetworkRegulations #SocialHousing #HousingAssociations #DistrictHeating #EnergyCompliance #NetZero #CustomerProtection #HousingSector #UtilityRegulation #HeatNetworkCompliance #EnergyEfficiency #PropertyManagement #Sustainability #ChirpyHeat

Great to join today’s Ofgem portal session: “Heat networks regulation: registering using our digital service is almost here.” With registration becoming a legal requirement for the vast majority of housing providers, the deadline is now firmly on the horizon. At Chirpy Heat, we’re already supporting housing providers across the sector with their Ofgem registration programmes — helping teams navigate the practical challenges around declarations, data quality, metering information and delivery planning, while minimising compliance risk and unnecessary cost. If you’d like to understand what registration means for your organisation, what data you’ll need, or where the biggest risks and opportunities sit, get in touch. You can fill in your details below to register your interest and be among the first to gain access to our Ofgem registration services. https://lnkd.in/efGGA3n4 #HeatNetworks #Ofgem #HousingAssociations #SocialHousing #HeatNetworkRegulations #EnergyCompliance #DistrictHeating #HousingSector #NetZero #EnergyEfficiency #HousingProviders #Utilities #HeatDecarbonisation #UKHousing #RegulatoryCompliance https://lnkd.in/efGGA3n4

Feeling overwhelmed by heat network priorities for 2026/27? You’re not alone. In our latest Chirpy Heat webinar, over 130 housing professionals shared how they’re feeling about the year ahead — and the word that came up most? Overwhelmed. With heat networks now regulated by Ofgem, the landscape has shifted fast: - New registration and reporting requirements - Greater expectations around fair pricing and complaints - A heavy emphasis on data quality and readiness In the webinar, our experts, Charlotte B. and Millie Hurault, broke down what matters most — from understanding the 40–50 reporting metrics to building the right internal resources and taking a proactive approach. 👉 Key takeaway: Start early, focus on your data and priorities, and you’ll be well positioned for a smooth transition into compliance. If you’re unsure where to start, we’ve outlined practical steps and insights in our latest blog. 🔗 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/esEpF_VW ✅ Need support with Ofgem registration? Chirpy Heat’s upcoming end‑to‑end Ofgem Registration Service is designed to take the pressure off — from training and data gathering to validation and submission. 👉 Register your interest today to be first to hear more about the service: https://lnkd.in/eB9hp79e #HeatNetworks #HousingProviders #Ofgem #EnergyRegulation #HeatNetworkCompliance #DataManagement #SocialHousing #EnergyTransition #CustomerExperience #NetZero

We’re so excited to welcome Jo Dodds to Chirpy Heat as our new Director of Operations, Communication & Culture 🎉 Jo joins us at an exciting stage of growth as we continue supporting housing providers across the UK to deliver compliant, affordable, and reliable heat networks. With a unique blend of expertise across operations, communications, marketing, and people development, Jo will play a key role in helping us build simply better heat networks — and a simply fabulous place to work. Jo said: “This is such a great time to join Chirpy. With all the expected growth there will be lots to do, but I know already that we’re building on a really strong base, and I’m looking forward to working with our brilliant and committed team.” Welcome to the team, Jo 👏 Read more: https://lnkd.in/deiPd5sG #HeatNetworks #HousingSector #LowCarbonHeat #Energy #DistrictHeating #TeamGrowth #SocialHousing

Could your heat networks qualify for Government-funded HNES grants — with Chirpy Heat handling your application free of charge? 🚨 Register your interest by Friday 8th May The Government’s Heat Network Efficiency Scheme (HNES) has over £100m available to improve communal and district heating across England & Wales. With energy costs rising and compliance pressure increasing, this funding helps: 🟣 Reduce resident heating costs 🟣 Improve heat network efficiency 🟣 Cut carbon emissions 🟣 Support compliance and decarbonisation Revenue funding can fully cover optimisation studies, with Capital funding available at up to 49% for implementation works. Chirpy Heat has: 🟣 100+ HNES applications submitted 🟣 96% success rate 🟣 CIBSE Certified Heat Network Consultants We also complete HNES Revenue Funding applications free of charge. 📅 Deadline: Register interest by Friday 8th May ⏳ Funding round closes: 22nd May 2026 Register your interest > https://lnkd.in/eFdYsXHX #HeatNetworks #EnergyEfficiency #SocialHousing #DistrictHeating #NetZero #Decarbonisation #Sustainability #HousingAssociations #LocalAuthorities #EnergyTransition #HNES