A climate change organisation is looking for Thurrock households to take part in a new solar energy project.
Not-for-profit Nottingham Energy Partnership are looking for 35 Thurrock houses who already have solar panels to take part in a new battery storage trial.
The charity said the "ground breaking" technology will reduce bills by allowing families to use 30% more of their free, clean electricity in the evenings, and power kitchen appliances, lights and the television "at little or no cost".
The group have scored national funding to deliver the battery storage technology project in Thurrock.
The scheme, which is fully funded by the not-for-profit, requires 35 Thurrock households with existing solar panels to house the battery storage technology.
The scheme is being launched on May 26 at the Beehive centre in Grays.
To apply or learn more about the scheme, go to Thurrock CVS on Thursday May 26, at The Beehive Resource Centre, West Street, Grays, from 6pm.
Drinks will be served from 6.00pm, presentation and discussion will take place 6.15pm to 8.00pm.
Eligibility criteria: The scheme is open to Thurrock residents with a solar electricity system whose households have an Energy Performance Rating between D to G.
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