Solar for London (SFL) is a five-year programme that is installing solar water heating systems in London houses. By increasing the number of installations in the city, the project aims to help reduce carbon emissions, and to reduce the number of people living in 'fuel poverty'- those who are unable to keep their houses adequately warm at reasonable cost.
Solar for London began in September 2002, and in the first year, focused on private households, making 29 installations. This latest part of the project will concentrate on social housing, targeting both housing providers and their tenants.
SFL raises awareness of solar water heating systems and their suitability for the London climate. At the same time it offers a service that provides advice and technical information, guidance on potential sources of funding, and then introductions to a network of accredited manufacturers and installers.
SFL is run by Sustainable Energy Action Ltd, an independent, not-for-profit company whose aim is to promote the sustainable use and supply of energy.
