Sarah shares her firsthand experience of retrofitting an old house for a low-carbon future.
In 2022, inspired by The Big Switch by Saul Griffith, Sarah took a bold step: she decided to electrify everything. Starting with a sobering 2.9-star energy rating on her 115-year-old home, she set out to transform it—and within just two months, achieved a remarkable 10-star energy efficiency rating.
In this engaging and practical workshop, Sarah shares her firsthand experience of retrofitting an old house for a low-carbon future. You'll learn:
- How to get your home's energy score (and why it matters)
- Steps to electrify and improve efficiency—no matter the age of your home
- Key upgrades that made the biggest difference
- Lessons learned, unexpected challenges, and real cost insights
- Where to find tools, assessors, and support to get started
Whether you're curious about heat pumps, insulation, or ditching gas altogether, this session offers inspiration and real-world advice from someone who's done it. Perfect for homeowners, renters, and anyone wanting to take meaningful climate action at home.