Energy & Water

ENERGY AND WATER CONSERVATION AT HENRY HOUSE

At Henry House we are committed to reducing the consumption of fossil fuels and water in an effort to keep costs as low as possible(particularly as we provide a valuable service to the elderly and disabled) and to protect the environment. With this in mind we carry out an energy audit every September and switch to the cheapest gas and electricity providers where possible. We control use by having adequate double-glazing, heat retention covers for the pool, pipe and loft insulation and the most energy efficient pumps for the pool. We use low energy bulbs where appropriate and closely monitor the use of light and heat. In the garden we collect rainwater and mulch heavily so we can minimise the use of mains water.

SOLAR ENERGY IN SUNNY WORTHING

Living in the sunniest part of the UK we are ideally placed to use solar energy. Since taking over in 1997 Karen Simporis has been keen to introduce solar panels for the pool and shower: " I have approached numerous companies with a view to installing solar panels but they have all been prohibitively expensive. Why are they 1/3 cheaper in Greece?" In July 2003 James Simporis, of Palmoris Ltd, completed a Solar energy construction and installation course with LILI the Low Impact Living Initiative www.lowimpact.org. In September 2003 Solar panels and cylinder were installed at Henry House to heat water (with gas back-up when necessary )for showers, sinks, washing etc. Throughout September no gas was needed but with the shorter days some was required.

NEW SHOWER

The electric shower poolside was replaced with a thermostatically controlled , tamper proof unit (according to NHS guidelines) using the solar heated water. "We are very impressed with the new system and expect to recoup the capital outlay through reduced gas & electric bills." KS

POWER FLUSHING

In September 2003 Palmoris Power flushed the radiators and boilers-a process which can increase their efficiency by up to 20%.

WATER CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING