Counties Energy calls for local homeowners to apply for free insulation Counties Energy is extending its partnership with the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) to insulate 100 local homes for free this year. The local lines company is seeking low-income owner occuplers to apply for the Warmer Kw Homes scheme Counties Energy Chief Executive Judy Nicholl says the company is excited to participate in the community partnership which keeps local families warmer and healthier and reduces their energy bill "We're extremely proud to extend our Wormer Kiwi Homes partnership which makes 100 homes safer for local families I Insulating homes makes them warmer and driec creating healthier homes and occupants and reducing the need for less to low-income per whose home was built before 2008 and needs insulation, please encourage them to apply for this wonderful initiative Solutions and EECA to insulate 43 homes in the Franklin area in od 11.5 espiratory health in 2020 Homes situated in /hour early detection programee ding specito pago families stay warm and reduce their energy bills Older New Zealand homes ore often poorly heated and are consequently often colder than temperatures recommended by the World Health Organization (130-20°C). Cold Organization growth and supports the survival of viruses. It is particularly important to have a worm home to protect lung health and to prevent hospital admissions for asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, To find out more about the programme, the criteria and to cardiovascular disease and register for the scheme go to theumatic fever www.eco.govt.nz/co-funding insulation-and-heater-grants/ South Auckland company Drone survey of the electricity network Counties Energy . . "As your local lines company tackling energy hordship in our region is extremely important to us with this initiative just one of the ways wele helping our local GreenSide Energy Solutions will warmer-kiwi-homes-programmed bo . conduct the work on the homes The solution includes celling and underfloor insulation, where appropriate Counties Energy has previously with GreenSide .. Pukekohe, Wolku Tuokou Port Waikato, Drury and southern Papakura were insulated thanks to the initiative . . Counties Energy to survey local power lines by drone Local lines company Counties Acontractor to Counties Energy will Energy will commence a region be conducting the survey which wide aerial survey of their network will commence in September and next month. This will involve a continue until around Christmas, drone scanning the top of power weather dependent. poles on the overhead electricity network, with new technology allowing for much improved visual identification and a more reliable power supply Counties Energy-owned power lines and equipment along with those on private property will be surveyed, however footage will only be taken of the equipment-not of private property, people or animals The information gothered will highlight areas needing maintenance or replacement including any potential safety issues damaged or aging equipment or trees encroaching on lines. The aim is to rectify any issues before they couse problems including power outages the drone will access private property Counties Energy will be in contact with the landowner in writing a minimum of two weeks before access An aerial survey of the electricity network will be undertaken by a contractor for network owner Counties Energy in the Franklin area including the following: Pukeoware Opaheke Glenbrook Patumahoe Pukekohe East Te Hihi Counties Energy General Manager Network Poul Blue says the drone survey is essential to running a safe and electricity network for the community. The drone survey is a key element to ensure we pick up any potential issues as early as possible. The high-resolution imagery taken of the equipment is assessed by highly trained professionals to ensure we identify and remedy ony issues to power flowing. If potential for the power supply to help keep your detected now and resolved, there ADVERTISEMENT Hingaia Mauku Pukekohe Hill Waiuku (Work is weather dependant and dates may change) Residents are encouraged to secure their dogs, should the drone upset them and are encouraged to move horses or livestock away from power lines and equipment if they are likely to be spooked by a drone See below odvert for more information, and for when the survey will be in your area High resolution imagery of the top of power poles, lines and equipment will be taken by a low flying drone from the public road reserve, so safety and replacement assessments can be made. Residents are encouraged to move their dogs to a secure location if they are likely to become stressed. Counties Energy-owned power lines and equipment on private property will be surveyed, however images will only be taken of the equipment-not of private countiesenergy.co.nz/dronesurvey or call 0800 100 202. The website schedule will be updated with any changes as these are advised. ago September - October 2022 September October 2022 September December 2022 September December 2022 September - December 2022 October - December 2022 November - December 2022 November 2022 - December 2022 November December 2022 November - December 2022 property. If the drone will access private property Counties Energy will be in contact with the landowner in writing a minimum of two weeks before access. Contact will also be made the day prior via phone call. All drone work is conducted by certified operators and within CAA requirements. For more information go to: countiesenergy.co.nz/dronesurvey or call 0800 100 202. Counties Energy calls for local homeowners to apply for free insulation Counties Energy is extending its partnership with the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority ( EECA ) to insulate 100 local homes for free this year . The local lines company is seeking low - income owner occuplers to apply for the Warmer Kw Homes scheme Counties Energy Chief Executive Judy Nicholl says the company is excited to participate in the community partnership which keeps local families warmer and healthier and reduces their energy bill " We're extremely proud to extend our Wormer Kiwi Homes partnership which makes 100 homes safer for local families I Insulating homes makes them warmer and driec creating healthier homes and occupants and reducing the need for less to low - income per whose home was built before 2008 and needs insulation , please encourage them to apply for this wonderful initiative Solutions and EECA to insulate 43 homes in the Franklin area in od 11.5 espiratory health in 2020 Homes situated in / hour early detection programee ding specito pago families stay warm and reduce their energy bills Older New Zealand homes ore often poorly heated and are consequently often colder than temperatures recommended by the World Health Organization ( 130-20 ° C ) . Cold Organization growth and supports the survival of viruses . It is particularly important to have a worm home to protect lung health and to prevent hospital admissions for asthma , bronchitis , pneumonia , To find out more about the programme , the criteria and to cardiovascular disease and register for the scheme go to theumatic fever www.eco.govt.nz/co-funding insulation - and - heater - grants / South Auckland company Drone survey of the electricity network Counties Energy . . " As your local lines company tackling energy hordship in our region is extremely important to us with this initiative just one of the ways wele helping our local GreenSide Energy Solutions will warmer - kiwi - homes - programmed bo . conduct the work on the homes The solution includes celling and underfloor insulation , where appropriate Counties Energy has previously with GreenSide .. Pukekohe , Wolku Tuokou Port Waikato , Drury and southern Papakura were insulated thanks to the initiative . . Counties Energy to survey local power lines by drone Local lines company Counties Acontractor to Counties Energy will Energy will commence a region be conducting the survey which wide aerial survey of their network will commence in September and next month . This will involve a continue until around Christmas , drone scanning the top of power weather dependent . poles on the overhead electricity network , with new technology allowing for much improved visual identification and a more reliable power supply Counties Energy - owned power lines and equipment along with those on private property will be surveyed , however footage will only be taken of the equipment - not of private property , people or animals The information gothered will highlight areas needing maintenance or replacement including any potential safety issues damaged or aging equipment or trees encroaching on lines . The aim is to rectify any issues before they couse problems including power outages the drone will access private property Counties Energy will be in contact with the landowner in writing a minimum of two weeks before access An aerial survey of the electricity network will be undertaken by a contractor for network owner Counties Energy in the Franklin area including the following : Pukeoware Opaheke Glenbrook Patumahoe Pukekohe East Te Hihi Counties Energy General Manager Network Poul Blue says the drone survey is essential to running a safe and electricity network for the community . The drone survey is a key element to ensure we pick up any potential issues as early as possible . The high - resolution imagery taken of the equipment is assessed by highly trained professionals to ensure we identify and remedy ony issues to power flowing . If potential for the power supply to help keep your detected now and resolved , there ADVERTISEMENT Hingaia Mauku Pukekohe Hill Waiuku ( Work is weather dependant and dates may change ) Residents are encouraged to secure their dogs , should the drone upset them and are encouraged to move horses or livestock away from power lines and equipment if they are likely to be spooked by a drone See below odvert for more information , and for when the survey will be in your area High resolution imagery of the top of power poles , lines and equipment will be taken by a low flying drone from the public road reserve , so safety and replacement assessments can be made . Residents are encouraged to move their dogs to a secure location if they are likely to become stressed . Counties Energy - owned power lines and equipment on private property will be surveyed , however images will only be taken of the equipment - not of private countiesenergy.co.nz/dronesurvey or call 0800 100 202. The website schedule will be updated with any changes as these are advised . ago September - October 2022 September October 2022 September December 2022 September December 2022 September - December 2022 October - December 2022 November - December 2022 November 2022 - December 2022 November December 2022 November - December 2022 property . If the drone will access private property Counties Energy will be in contact with the landowner in writing a minimum of two weeks before access . Contact will also be made the day prior via phone call . All drone work is conducted by certified operators and within CAA requirements . For more information go to : countiesenergy.co.nz/dronesurvey or call 0800 100 202 .