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UPOWA is collaborating with Winchester City Council on a solar and battery retrofit program for council homes, focusing on emission reduction and tenant energy bill savings. The initiative includes the installation of photovoltaic (PV) panels and battery systems, with plans to convert 50 homes by spring 2026.

Tenants will receive 50% of the savings after one year, while the other half will fund maintenance costs. This program aims to enhance energy efficiency in housing and align with the council's decarbonization goals, ultimately reducing carbon emissions and creating more resilient homes.