Erimus Housing Boosts The Environment

MIDDLESBROUGH’S biggest housing association has been applauded for its efforts to curb climate change in the town. Work by Erimus Housing looks set to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 4,000 tonnes this year.

The move goes a long way towards helping the town hit its target of a 10,000 tonne reduction in 2005/06.

Jim Gillon, the Environmental Protection Officer co-ordinating work for Middlesbrough Council, said: "Erimus’ energy-saving improvements will be responsible for almost half of this year’s planned carbon dioxide cuts.

"This is a real example that by working together, organisations and residents across the town can turn Middlesbrough’s Climate Change Community Action Plan into reality."

Schemes which will lead towards the reduction include Erimus Housing’s improvement plan, which is pouring more than £100m into properties across the town.

Work being carried out as part of the project includes the installation of insulation and double-glazed windows.

Also on the agenda is the replacement of boilers and hundreds of homes will be assessed for energy efficiency.

Bob Brady, Chair of the Board for Erimus Housing, said: "We are committed to helping regenerate the town and part of our role involves helping protect against the threat of climate change.

"It is also important that we work with our residents not just to save energy but to ensure they too understand the threat facing society."