UK Power Networks has partnered up with the Scouts to promote energy awareness among young people across the UK.
The company is supporting the youth group’s Environment Conservation badge through a series of activities that deliver practical tips on energy efficiency, low-carbon technologies and the drive towards net zero.
The partnership will further raise awareness of UK Power Networks’ Priority Services Register, which offers people living in vulnerable circumstances free extra help and support in the event of a power cut and will also a look at the work being done to tackle rising fuel poverty.
UK Power Networks partnership co-ordinator Cody Prior said: “By working together with the Scouts we can show young people more ways to help support vulnerable friends and family, develop greater care for the environment and to address their own evolving energy needs.
“This badge takes them a step above and beyond what is perhaps the usual level of understanding for their age group. The Scouts are interested in environmental issues, not just for the greater good of the planet but also to bring in considerations around fuel poverty and how to avoid it in future.
“We hope many of the participants will become ambassadors to help make their community safer and greener. They can sign up their families, elderly relatives, and disabled friends for the Priority Services Register as well as learning about new energy opportunities for a greener and low carbon future.
“We would like the Cub Scouts to enjoy themselves earning the badge, and also be advocates for change.”
Scouts partnership manager Kathy O’Brien added: “This fantastic partnership supports Scouts in our aim to show young people how to step up and take their place in society, by being responsible consumers of energy but also in making an impact in their community by spreading the word about the Priority Services Register and encouraging people in their communities to sign up and be aware of the services available to them.”