The priority
for DAC advice is the mission and ministry of the church, not
the maintenance of old buildings. It exists principally to
advise the Chancellor of the Diocese regarding the issuing of
faculties for work to be undertaken on churches. Its second role
is to offer advice to parishes.
The DAC's
heating adviser is informed on environmental matters. Together
the DAC's architects and advisers have a wealth of expertise and
years of experience in building and environmental matters.
However, the
DAC responds to parish requests for advice and parish proposals.
By constitution, it is not a proactive body. Requests for
informal advice should be addressed to the Secretary of the DAC:
Keith Moss,
a retired energy consultant, will carry out a detailed energy
audit on churches and offer advice
E-mail:
E3
Energy can give advice on alternative energy systems,
with a particular interest in bio-mass burning - wood, not
bio-fuels. Contact Mark Strutt 01225 859034
GENERAL
The Carbon
Trust helps business and the public sector cut carbon
emissions, and supports the development of low carbon
technologies.
provides
energy advice, energy awareness training, support for community
based projects. education resources and programmes, research and
consultancy services to promote sustainable energy policy and
practices.
Cranborne
Chase and West Wiltshire Downs
AONB is developing its woodland management to supply biomass
fuel. To see a wood fuel system in action, to learn more about
installing such a system or if interested in becoming a supplier
or service engineer for wood fuel systems contact
Eco-Exmoor
aims to raise the profile of ecological products, promote the
conservation of resources and implement the use of renewable
energy. Covering the South West
Eco-Exmoor
Ltd, The Old Post Office, Parracombe, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31
4QG
Training and
Networking organisation that brings together professionals in
construction industry with a commitment to sustainability,
providing information and courses. Useful for householders and
businesses who want an architect, engineer or other professional
who has demonstrated a commitment to sustainable construction or
is looking for advice on energy sources.
Somerset CAT is the first college in UK to offer
a foundation degree in sustainable construction. The Genesis Centre is
a sustainable construction resource and learning centre for the
South West running short courses, events and providing
information.
Somerset
College of Arts and Technology
Wellington
Road
Taunton
TA1 5AX
01823 366 416
E-mail:
Recycle-more
is a busy website giving information of where locally you can
deposit materials for recycling.
