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Efficiency North
@efficiencynorth.bsky.social
Not-for-profit social housing consortium making a difference in members' communities in Northern England with innovative professional services
Our chief executive Lee Parkinson speaks to Insider Media about what the #NorthernPowerhouse means to him, why focus needs to move away from just cities, and the need for targeted investment.

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Powerhouse Perspective: Lee Parkinson - Insider Media
In the latest instalment of Insider's Q&A series on the Northern Powerhouse, Lee Parkinson, chief executive at Efficiency North, discusses what the initiative means to him, why focus…
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July 22, 2025 at 8:40 AM
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Thanks to Lucy Meredith from Climate Action Leeds for hosting our latest interactive workshop about reducing condensation in the home + effective ways to maintain a healthier living environment this week. Great to meet the learners #dampmould
June 27, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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We're delighted to announce the appointment of 106 consultants, 92% of which are SMEs, to our 4th generation framework for construction consultancy services after an incredibly high level of engagement with the tender process. #ukhousing #construction
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EN:Procure launch 4th generation consultancy framework | Efficiency North
106 consultants appointed to latest framework for construction consultancy services
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May 19, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Happy VE Day 2025!
In thanks to all those who fought for our freedom in the Second World War.

Exciting news about the new @enprocure.bsky.social Gen-4 framework for consultancy services coming very soon...

#VEDay #VEDay80 #ukhousing
May 8, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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We’re delighted to see another fantastic new affordable housing scheme underway & proud to work with one of our founding members WDH.

50 new homes will be built in Wakefield city centre by Caddick Construction Limited, who were appointed through our New Build Framework.

#ukhousing #construction
March 18, 2025 at 12:08 PM
We welcome DESNZ's Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund Wave 3 funding announcement.

@enprocure.bsky.social is here to support members with decarbonisation projects

@encommunities.bsky.social is establishing the GSAP Yorks & Humber to deliver the skilled workforced needed

#retrofit
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March 12, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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Great two days at #Futurebuild at Excel London this week with speakers @miattafahnbulleh.bsky.social Minister for Energy Consumers + Shaun Garvey DESNZ
#Decarbonisation #UKhousing #NetZero #retrofit
March 6, 2025 at 11:28 AM
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EN:Able Communities is offering a limited time opportunity for free damp, mould & condensation workshops in as little as 30 minutes. These free workshops must take place by the 31st March!

@enprocure.bsky.social @enablebuild.bsky.social @enprocure.bsky.social @efficiencynorth.bsky.social
February 19, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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Our Head of Operations Simeon Perry will speak at Unlock Net Zero's webinar tomorrow with Tom Kennedy @northernconsortium.bsky.social; Tom Lamb RE:GEN Group; Lynsey Sweeney Communities that Work build to discuss how we can build a skilled workforce & supply chain to decarbonise the nation's homes
January 29, 2025 at 12:26 PM
The inspiring Doncaster Environmental Pride is now open for round 5 of applications.

We’re very proud to have helped get this inspiring initiative off the ground with funds St Leger Homes accumulated through
@enprocure.bsky.social's housing repairs framework

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January 22, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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We're thrilled to welcome Asif Husain-Naviatti as the new Chair of the Yorkshire & Humber Climate Commission! 🎉

Born in #Rotherham, Asif brings a wealth of international experience in sustainable development and climate governance.

Click 👉 for more: yorksandhumberclimate.org.uk/news/news/un...
January 21, 2025 at 10:36 AM
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Great to see Caddick Construction are cracking on with works on Hull City Council’s Dane Park scheme! All on programme with only a few days lost to winter weather. Roof trusses will go in on the first few plots later this week. In other areas foundation works are 90% complete #newhomes #ukhousing
January 16, 2025 at 3:32 PM
We're thrilled that Askern scout hut is open to the local community again after @enprocure.bsky.social framework contractors worked on its transformation after it was wrecked by vandalism + theft last autumn

#Doncaster #Yorkshire #SocialValue

Watch here 👇
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January 14, 2025 at 11:22 AM
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Great to have Simeon Perry as one of our Associates! This is how Yorkshire &Humber Climate Commission works, with a range of professional people from different sectors lending their time and expertise.
If you are interested in contributing, get in touch!
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Become an affiliate or associate | Yorkshire and Humber Climate Commission
The Yorkshire and Humber Climate Commission unites diverse stakeholders to advise, support, and monitor an ambitious regional climate action plan.
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January 10, 2025 at 1:05 AM
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We're excited our Head of Operations Simeon Perry has been made an Associate of @yhclimate.bsky.social to give support and guidance as co-chair of their Skills flagship project, with Simon Bowens @friends-earth.bsky.social & Oliver Harmar Natural England
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EN:Able Communities lead made Associate of regional climate commission | Efficiency North
Head of EN:Able Communities Simeon Perry has been accepted as an Associate of the Yorkshire & Humber Climate Commission.
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January 9, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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January 7, 2025 at 2:05 PM
How can lessons of the past help us get the most out of the £1.29bn Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund Wave 3?
Carl Bairstow speaks on challenges posing a risk to effective delivery in the January edition of Housing Industry Leaders
housingindustryleaders.com/emagazine/ #retrofit #netzero #ukhousing
January 7, 2025 at 12:24 PM
🎉 Happy New Year! 🎉
New year, new social media platform 😀
We’re excited to get 2025 well and truly started and looking forward to working with our membership, frameworks suppliers, host employers and training providers to support people in local communities across the North of England.
January 7, 2025 at 11:15 AM