EcoWise West

This year, the project is again targeting low-income households whose occupants suffer from chronic illnesses, which can be improved or eliminated if their home were warmer and drier. Priority will also be given to large families.
 

	What is done to the houses?		What does it cost?
	When is the deadline for applications?		Application Form
	What are the selection criteria?		Who will carry out the selection?
	Who will carry out the work?		Who to contact

What is done to the houses?

The following energy efficiency improvements will be made to the home if required: ceiling and floor insulation, vapour barrier, hot water cylinder wrap, pipe insulation and draught seals for windows and doors.

For related information on energy efficiency in the home see Ecomatters website.

What does it cost?

The homeowner will be asked to pay just $225 towards that cost of the energy efficiency measures which are valued at $2000 (Note: the $225 applies for community services card holders only. Rental properties and those without a community services card will be required to pay a higher contribution (contact the Ecomatters Trust for a more detailed cost)).

What are the selection criteria?

Homes will be selected on the basis of information provided in the application form (and any additional information, which may be sought). The objective is to select homes where energy efficiency improvements will make the greatest difference to the health and quality of life of the occupants.

Who will carry out the selection?

A selection committee has been established to evaluate the applications. The committee will include health specialists, representatives from the social services sector and members of the local well-being community.

When is the deadline for applications?

The application deadline is 5 pm on Friday 19 August.   Return your completed application form to:

EcoWise West
PO Box 15 215
New Lynn
Waitakere City

Application form

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Application Form (Size 71K) Close date for applications is 5 pm on Friday 19 August.

Who will carry out the work?

Ecomatters will carry out the work using a team of installers that were previously unemployed. All installers have been trained according to EECA standards for 'Residential Energy Efficiency Retrofits'.

More information

For more information contact  the EcoMatters Environment Trust phone (09) 826 4276 or email ecomatters@xtra.co.nz. If you need a hard copy of the application form please contact us.