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Plugin shortlisted for CIPR award

Posted on July 25, 2012 by

Plugin is one of 4 organisations shortlisted for the ”Best Public Sector award” in the 2012 Midlands CIPR PRide Awards. In total, over 1,000 entries were received from freelancers, consultancies and in-house teams across twelve UK regions and nations. CIPR CEO, Jane Wilson … Continue reading →

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More save water videos

Posted on July 10, 2012 by

A couple of recent videos encouraging us to save water. Firstly a neurotic bucket, called Walter, which links to the European Commission’s Generation Awake website with an animation-based home you can navigate your way around. Next, a rapping Camel, GabiH20, … Continue reading →

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The wrong kind of rain?

Posted on May 2, 2012 by

It’s a common misconception that all rain is equally useful when it comes to keeping our water supplies going … people have been talking about “the wettest drought on record”. Whilst it’s true that April was a very wet month … Continue reading →

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Plugin expands

Posted on January 31, 2012 by

Water and energy saving activities are moving to the East Midlands as new Plugin partners are joining. The most recent housing providers to get involved are Rykneld Homes, Dales Housing and LHA-ASRA, expanding the coverage to Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire. … Continue reading →

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Help with water bills

Posted on November 4, 2011 by

If you are on a water meter and meet certain conditions you may be eligible for the “WaterSure” scheme, which can limit the cost of your water bill so you don’t need to be afraid to use water. To be … Continue reading →

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Feedback from Optima’s EcoTeam

Posted on September 29, 2011 by

Optima’s first EcoTeam kicked off with a bang on Wednesday. There was lots of enthusiasm for what was discussed and lots of ideas for how to take EcoTeams forward. Here is some of the feedback: “I learnt how to save money … Continue reading →

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Water saving challenge

Posted on July 7, 2011 by

Welcome to our first mini challenge. We’d like you to let us know what water saving actions you’re already taking and any actions you’d like to try out. Click on the black box below to complete the water saving challenge. … Continue reading →

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Plugin project launched

Posted on March 24, 2011 by

The Plugin project was launched at the end of March by the project partners, Environment Agency, Severn Trent Water, South Staffs Water, Optima Community Association, Orbit Group, Wolverhampton Homes, Black Country Housing Group, and Accord Housing.

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