http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ Transition Towns Forum: Forum: Funding for Transition - Recent Posts en Thu, 09 Sep 2010 10:41:57 +0000 http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/distibuting-eco-friendly-products#post-2734 Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:49:59 +0000 littlegreenme 2734@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>Here we are!</p> <p><a href="http://ep-systems.co.uk/" rel="nofollow">http://ep-systems.co.uk/</a></p> <p>The site hase been down today but should be up and running soon.</p> <p>Regards </p> <p>Sara </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/distibuting-eco-friendly-products#post-2727 Mon, 01 Feb 2010 21:52:21 +0000 SteveAtkins 2727@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>Hi Sara</p> <p>Do you have a web link to the Power Saver? </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/distibuting-eco-friendly-products#post-2725 Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:36:15 +0000 littlegreenme 2725@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>Hi There,</p> <p>I got some further info about the Home Power Saver, I have to say I havnt tested this myself so I can give a testimonial. The FAQ do not explain the technology behind the product so have contacted the supplier to send a link to a better explanation.There is a money back guarantee. I can however recommend several products: Eco Camel aerated shower head, Eco kettle , Eco Clean Ball, Footprint Bag, Bag Tube. They are my personal favourites :)</p> <p>Home Power Saver F A Q’s<br /> Q1: Will the Power Saver unit definitely reduce my electricity bill?<br /> Ans: EPS offer a unique money back guarantee, which proves to our<br /> customers how confident we are about our product.<br /> The Power Saver unit will definitely reduce your electricity bill. Based<br /> on customer feedback and extensive tests, savings between 10 – 20% have been<br /> recorded under normal conditions. The %age savings will depend upon the type of<br /> load and the consumption.<br /> Q2: What is the EPS Power Saver?<br /> Ans: The EPS Power Saver unit is a device, which will reduce your electricity bill and<br /> save you money. The Power Saver uses a combination of filtration and correction<br /> techniques to improve the efficiency of various appliances and circuits. In addition,<br /> the intelligent technology optimises the voltage and current demands thus reducing<br /> the total current drawn from the mains AC source. It also acts as a voltage stabilizer<br /> and therefore supplies load with proper voltage during momentary power surges.<br /> Q3: Would the electricity companies object to the use of the Power Saver unit?<br /> Ans: No. The electricity companies encourage the manufacturers to build products,<br /> which are of a ‘high energy rating’. For example, when buying a new washing<br /> machine, there is a choice between an appliance of a ‘high energy rating’, which<br /> consumes less electricity and costs more, or an appliance of a ‘low energy rating’,<br /> which consumes more electricity but is cheaper to buy. The Power Saver unit operates<br /> on a similar principal and converts the whole electrical circuit to a ‘high energy<br /> rating’ circuit, therefore saving you money on your electricity bills.<br /> Q4: How do I install the Power Saver unit?<br /> Ans: The installation of the Power Saver is very easy. Just plug the unit into any 13<br /> Amp socket on your premises and that’s all you need to do. EPS recommends the<br /> following for a safe and reliable operation.<br /> Plug this device into a wall socket, not an extension lead.<br /> Q5: Does the Power Saver require any maintenance?<br /> Ans: No. Simply plug the Power Saver unit on your premises and start saving money.<br /> Q6: Do I need to make any changes to the electrical wiring?<br /> Ans: No. The Power Saver is designed as a Plug &#38; Play device. Simply plug the unit<br /> into a 13 Amp socket on your premises. EPS recommends that the Power Saver<br /> should be plugged into a wall socket, not an extension lead.<br /> Q7: Do I get any warranty with the Power Saver unit?<br /> Ans: The Power Saver unit comes with a 24-month 'new for old' warranty, covering<br /> any manufacturing or material defects.<br /> Q8: Which Power Saver model is suitable for my use?<br /> Ans: The Power Saver unit has two models. The EPS 188 model is suitable for<br /> residential use, for up to a 4 bedroom home. The EPS 388 is suitable for larger homes,<br /> schools, offices, schools, shops and restaurants.<br /> Please note that no Power Saver is needed if the average monthly consumption is<br /> below 300KWH per month.<br /> Q9: Is the Power Saver unit suitable for use in a 3 phase systems?<br /> Ans: Yes. The EPS 388 model is suitable for use in a 3-phase system. However, for a<br /> 3-phase system, only our qualified electricians can carry out the installation of the<br /> EPS 388 Power Saver unit. Please contact our customer services team, who will be<br /> happy to assist you with your requirements. Please note that EPS 388 is not suitable<br /> for heavy-duty industrial load or monthly consumption exceeding 6000 KWH.<br /> Q10: How long will it take to recover the cost of buying a Power Saver unit?<br /> Ans: Based on our customer feedback and field-testing, the original investment on the<br /> Power Saver can easily be recovered in 4 - 6 months, therefore allowing you to enjoy<br /> additional savings for years to come.<br /> Q11: Is the Power Saver unit safe?<br /> Ans: Yes. The Power Saver unit is built to the highest possible manufacturing<br /> standards.<br /> Q12: Do I leave the Power Saver Unit ‘switched-on’ continuously?<br /> Ans: Yes. The Power Saver unit should be left 'Switched ON' continuously to achieve<br /> the maximum savings. EPS recommend that the unit should be switched off during<br /> long periods of inactivity, for example, when going abroad on holiday, or if the<br /> premises are closed for long periods of time.<br /> Please note that the Power Saver unit can store energy for up to 10 seconds after it is<br /> switched off, therefore wait for at least 10 seconds between switching off the mains<br /> and un-plugging or relocating the device.<br /> Q13: Can the Power Saver unit be wall mounted?<br /> Ans: Yes. The Power Saver comes with a wall mounting recess at the back.<br /> Q14: Is the Power Saver environmentally friendly?<br /> Ans: Yes. Power Saver helps improve the environment by minimising the amount of<br /> reactive power which otherwise is wasted in distribution networks, cables and your<br /> appliances in the form of heat.<br /> Q15: Is the Power Saver unit suitable for the European market?<br /> Ans: Yes. Please contact our customer services team here to discuss your<br /> requirements or see our 'sales and distribution' section.<br /> Q16: What is the size and weight of the Power Saver unit?<br /> Ans: SIZE: 126X138X80 mm. WEIGHT: 500 grams (approx)<br /> Q17: I have a wireless energy monitoring system and when I plug in my Power Saver,<br /> the system shows that my Power saver is consuming some energy? Why?<br /> Ans: We are aware of some compatibility issues between the Power Saver and some<br /> of the energy monitoring systems that are available in the market. The monitoring<br /> system is designed to give instantaneous reading of the current that it sees flowing<br /> through the terminal of any device and therefore can not distinguish between the<br /> energy that is being consumed and the energy that is being stored for later use. The<br /> power saver has to store some energy in order to act as a voltage stabilizer and<br /> therefore it is not actually wasting any energy.<br /> Q18: I have a small plug-in gadget that shows the energy consumed by an appliance<br /> plugged into it. When I plug in my Power Saver into such a gadget, it indicates that<br /> the Power Saver is consuming energy? Why?<br /> Ans: Please see Q17. In addition, the high frequency sampling circuitry used in such<br /> gadgets is designed to take an instantaneous reading and this can affect the frequency<br /> response of filter inside the power saver thus making such gadgets give erroneous<br /> readings. Therefore it is recommended that Power Saver should be plugged directly<br /> into a wall socket and not into any other device or gadget.</p> <p>Sara </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/distibuting-eco-friendly-products#post-2703 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 22:01:33 +0000 Godolphinhill 2703@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>Hi Sarah<br /> To my jaded eye the "Home Power Saver" looks like a scam. Would you like to addd some explanation of how it works? Your online description seems difficult to follow for my limited intelligence but I do like to know what I'm buying into!<br /> Cheers<br /> john </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/distibuting-eco-friendly-products#post-2688 Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:49:44 +0000 littlegreenme 2688@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>If anyone would like to join my team as a distributor of Eco-friendly products you could donate your commision to Transition. Distribution would be via your own online shop or cataloge ( printed with vegetable inks and from FSC paper ).</p> <p>The outlay is £48 to join for which you get your own online shop, you dont have to hold stock it is all warehoused.</p> <p>I order once a month and distibute in local groups within a three mile radius.</p> <p>I sell Energy Saving, water saving, chemical free products and am looking to expand my team nationally.</p> <p>Please take a look at my website <a href="http://www.littlegreenme.co.uk" rel="nofollow">www.littlegreenme.co.uk</a> or</p> <p>call 01604 401445 for details</p> <p>Sara Jones </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/potential-transtion-youth-in-action-funding#post-2553 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 15:41:36 +0000 Mika 2553@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>Hello Max, </p> <p>I'd like to know more about it :)<br /> Where is the guide? </p> <p>Mika. </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/potential-transtion-youth-in-action-funding#post-2547 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 01:36:10 +0000 PermaMax 2547@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>Hiya all,</p> <p>I just remembered that I have a 80% ready application for EU's 'Youth in Action' program, which may be used by anyone who so desire; for inspiration/modification or as is. Next deadline is 31/1, it's for Action 1,2 'Youth Initiative' surf for the guide in your language, and let me know if you want it... could help you with around 12.000 euro for funding a up to 18 month long project...<br /> ...Can also be made as a 'trans-national' project with slightly higher budget.</p> <p>Let me know if you want it.<br /> Cheers,<br /> Max </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/london-grants-available#post-2348 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:49:02 +0000 marcusperrin 2348@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p><a href="http://www.lda.gov.uk/server.php?show=ConWebDoc.3469" rel="nofollow">http://www.lda.gov.uk/server.php?show=ConWebDoc.3469</a> </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/phone-coop-affiliation-scheme-what-do-you-think#post-2212 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:25:49 +0000 Martin Grimshaw 2212@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>As a Phone Coop user, I'd encourage it. One of the few utility / service companies I really enjoy dealing with, I'd recommend them. Love 'em. Will pass on the idea to Brighton &#38; Hove, although unlikely we'll be in a position to do anything with it for a while. </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/phone-coop-affiliation-scheme-what-do-you-think#post-2211 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 08:51:46 +0000 SteveAtkins 2211@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>I think this is a brilliant idea. I'm looking to ditch Orange, so will hang out until this scheme is running. </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/phone-coop-affiliation-scheme-what-do-you-think#post-2209 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 18:12:50 +0000 benbrangwyn 2209@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>OK folks, thanks for the feedback. We're moving ahead to the next step with the Phone Coop. Will keep you posted, both here and via the newsletter.</p> <p>Ben Brangwyn </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/phone-coop-affiliation-scheme-what-do-you-think#post-2208 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 15:19:11 +0000 steveTT7Oaks 2208@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>TT Sevenoaks also interested. Any funding other than from our pockets is welcome....and even the odd few quid helpful. Assuming there would be no strings on use of the money, it could be a valuable source of 'match funding' where other sources impose that condition, thus in effect doubling the value of income from the Phone Coop arrangement. And having website links tends to push your site a little up the search engine rankings. </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/phone-coop-affiliation-scheme-what-do-you-think#post-2108 Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:50:09 +0000 ShaunChamberlin 2108@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>Sounds positive - I'll take it to our Steering Group.</p> <p>Shaun<br /> Transition Town Kingston </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/phone-coop-affiliation-scheme-what-do-you-think#post-2105 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 18:51:33 +0000 PaulS 2105@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>Sounds excellent, we would be interested.<br /> Paul<br /> Transition North Cornwall<br /> <a href="http://www.TransitionNC.org" rel="nofollow">www.TransitionNC.org</a> </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/phone-coop-affiliation-scheme-what-do-you-think#post-2104 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 13:21:39 +0000 benbrangwyn 2104@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>We've been approached by the Phone Coop with a little scheme that may provide an ongoing income stream for initiatives.</p> <p>How it works</p> <ol> <li> The initiative signs an agreement with the Phone Coop</li> <li> The initiative puts an affiliation link/logo on their website - here's an <strong><a href="http://www.gardenorganic.org.uk/support_us/products.php">|-- example --|</a></strong></li> <li> The Phone Coop puts a special affiliation landing page on their website - here's an <strong><a href="http://www.thephone.coop/gardenorganic">|-- example --|</a></strong></li> <li> People who a) click on the link, b) go to the landing page and c) sign up with the Phone Coop, get £10 off their first bill</li> <li> The initiative gets 6% of the value of the person's monthly bill for as long as that person stays with the Phone Coop</li> </ol> <p>&nbsp;<br /> It's that simple. </p> <p>So, whaddya think? Good idea? Would Transition Initiatives want to take advantage of it?</p> <p>Lemme know your thoughts and mebbe we'll work with the Phone Coop and make it happen. </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/co-op-supporting-transition-groups-in-uk#post-1831 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 16:21:35 +0000 benbrangwyn 1831@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>For people wanting more information, here's a recent press release of theirs</p> <p>--------------------------------------------<br /> CO-OPERATIVE GRANTS TO START TOWNS OFF ON CLIMATE CHANGE JOURNEY </p> <p>The Co-operative is leading the way in the battle against climate change by offering towns and villages in the South West, assistance in taking the first tentative steps towards an oil-free existence. </p> <p>The ‘Transition Towns’ movement has been gathering momentum in the UK, and involves pioneering communities making a concerted effort to reduce their carbon footprint and prepare for the changes which will take place following the demise of cheap (Peak) oil. </p> <p>Almost half of the 65 official Transition Towns in the UK are in the South West and The Co-operative wants to encourage even more communities to follow their lead. </p> <p>Co-operative and membership officer Pete Vallance said:</p> <ul>“From Totnes to Taunton and Falmouth to Frome, towns and villages are waking up to climate change and deciding it’s never too early to take action for the future. Peak oil is not about running out of oil, but it is about the end of cheap, plentiful oil and how our lives will be affected by this transition. </p> <p>The Co-operative is committed to tackling climate change and since the South West is leading the way on the development of Transition Towns it makes complete sense for us to support the movement in any way we can.” </ul> <p>There are several steps on the road to becoming a Transition Town including the initial stages and the ‘12 steps’. To help communities along the way, The Co-operative is awarding grants of £100 - £150 to cover anything from organising a community meeting to developing an energy action plan. </p> <p>For more information about the grants scheme please call 01884 266 892 or download an application form from <a href="http://www.co-operative.coop/membership/news/South-West" rel="nofollow">www.co-operative.coop/membership/news/South-West</a> </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/co-op-supporting-transition-groups-in-uk#post-1830 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 14:54:24 +0000 Nimney 1830@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>The Co-Op gave Marsden and Slaithwaite Transition Towns a nice sized grant which we have been carefully spending over the past 18months. Anyone who is thinking about starting a TT group but is worried that funding will hold them back should approach the Co-Op because they have been very good to us. </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/co-op-supporting-transition-groups-in-uk#post-1818 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 19:25:00 +0000 benbrangwyn 1818@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>Interesting information (and a pot of start up funding for Transition groups) mentioned in <strong> <a href="http://www.sendspace.com/pro/dl/ih62gt"> |-- this article --|</a></strong> from the Co-op's most recent newsletter.</p> <p>Kudos to the Co-op for supporting like this. They're also partnering with the Transition groups in the North West with a conference/convergence later this year. </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/funding-co-ordination#post-823 Fri, 26 Sep 2008 11:58:00 +0000 Lowcarbondiary 823@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>Try contacting your local Voluntary Action Office, or the external and internal funding advisers at your local council. Grass roots grants are currently available and don't forget the Awards for All and Big Lottery local food grants. Money will become available next year through the Sustainable Communities Act. Lots of pots out there, but as always with funding it is easier to get money for a project that for the day to day stuff like staff and overheads. Have you tried grantfinder and fitforfunding websites? </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/funding-co-ordination#post-811 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 16:31:24 +0000 KatyDuke 811@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>Is it still true that 'Artist's Project Earth' and 'Tudor Trust' are the only funders who are likely to be interested in funding other towns initiatives? </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/funding-co-ordination#post-432 Mon, 09 Jun 2008 14:18:46 +0000 dazdread 432@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>So the groups that need the funding can't afford to attend. As a group we don't have £125 yet so individuals would have to pay their own way. </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/funding-co-ordination#post-424 Fri, 06 Jun 2008 12:26:49 +0000 duncanlaw 424@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>A meet the funders event. We are after all the Future Builders:</p> <p>Your invitation to the ACEVO funding roadshow: see <a href="http://www.acevo.org.uk/" rel="nofollow">http://www.acevo.org.uk/</a></p> <p>18 June 2008 - Central Hall, Westminster<br /> 24 June 2008 - National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham<br /> 8 July 2008 - West Yorkshire Playhouse, Leeds</p> <p>A one-day conference with top-level presentations from the main statutory, lottery and trust funders, presented in all three locations. CAF is delighted to work alongside Action Planning, acevo, Third Sector and UK Fundraising to present this event.<br /> Book your place now <a href="mailto:abiggs@actionplanning.co.uk">abiggs@actionplanning.co.uk</a></p> <p>Download the brochure <a href="http://www.actionplanning.co.uk/roadshow.pdf" rel="nofollow">http://www.actionplanning.co.uk/roadshow.pdf</a></p> <p>Join us and other third sector leaders to gain important insights into funders' thinking, and practical advice on how to secure revenue and capital funding for your organisation.</p> <p>The programme includes:</p> <p> * Phil Hope MP, Third Sector Minister, who will launch the roadshow, and colleagues from across Government on key statutory funding programmes<br /> * Securing major donors led by Mide Akerewusi, Head of High Value Relationships at Scope and Robin Thomas of Action Planning<br /> * Charities Aid Foundation - Mark Morford and colleagues on how to make more effective use of your resources<br /> * New opportunities to benefit from the £215 million Futurebuilders fund - Jonathan Lewis, Chief Executive of Futurebuilders<br /> * Recovering core costs from funders - Peter Kyle, Strategy Director for acevo<br /> * Winning contracts - Derek Smith of Action Planning<br /> * Earning more online - Nick Aldridge, Chief Executive of eBay's charity partner Mission Fish<br /> * Demonstrating performance to funders - Cynthia Hansen, Director of Management Consultancy, Action Planning<br /> * How to benefit from Lloyds TSB Foundation's record year - Linda Kelly, Chief Executive, Lloyds TSB Foundation for England and Wales<br /> * Policy development at the Big Lottery Fund - Mark McGann, Deputy Director of Policy </p> <p>Attendance fee is £125 per person, including VAT and lunch (10% discount for acevo members attending personally and quoting their membership numbers).</p> <p>The conference runs from 10am - 4pm, followed by a wine reception.</p> <p>Previous roadshows have received praise for their informative and relevant nature.</p> <p>"I found the roadshow informative, with good speakers and no time wasting, which is important when I give up a day to attend" - Ted Gladdish, Chief Executive, Demelza House Children's Hospice. </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/funding-co-ordination#post-363 Wed, 21 May 2008 12:17:12 +0000 FionaW 363@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>For a list of the organisations that are currently funding Transition Town Totnes please see <a href="http://totnes.transitionnetwork.org/central/thanks" rel="nofollow">http://totnes.transitionnetwork.org/central/thanks</a> </p> <p>I have asked all these funders if they are open to applications from other transition places at this time, but all except Artists' Project Earth said they are very unlikely to fund other transition related work at this time. </p> <p>Note that the Tudor Trust are a key funder of the Transition Network overall and are highly likely to fund other transition work at this time. </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/info-about-the-funding-process-used-by-ttt#post-356 Fri, 16 May 2008 22:24:57 +0000 Sonya-Australia 356@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>Thanks for that. Funding what we're doing is a biggy. It's been 18 months without any income to get us to this point, which is entirely unsustainable.</p> <p>Unfortunately grants in Australia don't cover wages, but hopefully we can attract a private benefactor to support what we're doing. </p> http://transitiontowns.org/forum/topic/info-about-the-funding-process-used-by-ttt#post-352 Fri, 16 May 2008 09:11:44 +0000 FionaW 352@http://transitiontowns.org/forum/ <p>If you want to see how Totnes have gone about getting funding, please go to <a href="http://totnes.transitionnetwork.org/adminandsupport/home" rel="nofollow">http://totnes.transitionnetwork.org/adminandsupport/home</a> from where you can download information about our process, and also see what are we are doing with the money awarded so far. </p>