When it comes to their energy supply, clergy and parishioners are understandably conscious about what can amount to high levels of consumption, especially given the age of the building. Chris Gunton, Assistant Church Warden explained:
“The church was built in the Victorian era with ornate, gothic-style wall and chancel ceiling paintings. These paintings were recently restored to their former glory but to ensure they stay in good condition a constant temperature has to be maintained inside the church. In addition, the outside of the church is floodlit, which makes it an iconic landmark in the town but is a further contributing factor to higher energy consumption.”
Sourcing energy from cleaner sources is a top priority for the staff at All Saints Church. They are keen to reduce their reliance on fossil fuels and set a positive example to their congregation and community through their use of a cleaner energy supplier. This is part of a wider movement by the Church of England to move towards cleaner energy sources. Chris said:
“We wanted to move to a greener energy supplier, without paying a premium, so approached an energy broker for guidance. They advised us that Opus Energy were a reliable company with a good reputation, and when we asked for a quote they were the most competitive.”
