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Carbon savings

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Islington's SHINE programme achieved 906 tonnes of carbon savings in April 2026, supporting vulnerable households with energy efficiency.

Islington's Seasonal Health Interventions Network (SHINE) programme achieved significant carbon savings of 906 tonnes across the borough in April 2026. The initiative also saved residents an estimated £585,347 on energy bills by supporting vulnerable households struggling with energy costs and poor housing conditions.

The SHINE programme offers telephone-based energy advice, 'Energy Doctor' home visits to install energy-saving measures, and support with fuel debt. It targets households in fuel poverty, defined as spending over 10% of their income on adequate heating, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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  1. Islington's SHINE programme achieved 906 tonnes of carbon savings across the borough in April 2026. Source
  2. The SHINE programme saved Islington residents an estimated £585,347 on their energy bills. Source
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