Free energy-saving gadgets for residents

East Durham residents are being offered free energy-saving gadgets in exchange for their views on climate change.

District of Easington Council has teamed up with energy supplier E-on to give away 300 power-saving home computer switches.

For the chance of winning one of the sets members of the public are asked to complete a survey, giving their views on energy issues such as reducing fuel bills and tackling climate change.

The successful winners, who will also receive a free energy-saving light bulb, will be chosen with a prize draw.

Surveys are available from libraries across the district, where council staff will also be running information sessions on the authority’s Warm Homes campaign.

Advice sessions will take place at the times and locations:

· Morning sessions (10am to 12 noon):

 Peterlee Library - Mon, 3 March
 Shotton Library - Tues, 4 March
 Murton Library - Wed, 5 March
 Wingate Library - Thurs, 6 March
 Thornley Library - Fri, March 7

· Afternoon sessions (2pm to 4pm):

 Healthworks, Easington Colliery – Wed, 27 February
 Easington Library – Fri, 29 February
 Blackhall Library – Mon, 3 March
 Horden Library – Tues, 4 March
 Seaham Library – Thurs, 6 March

The closing date for entries into the prize draw is Friday, 7 March.