Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB
Metropolitan Council in England
United Kingdom
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB Solar PV Map evaluates feasability of new solar installations
The council's GREENER Newcastle initiative produced an interactive map based on Lidar data. Solar PV Map users enter addresses to find out if their homes and businesses can accommodate rooftop panels. Estimates of optimal panel amounts are based on assessments of roof dimensions and shade from surrounding structures. This tool offers approximate installation costs and annual savings along with a search tool for qualified installers.
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB
United Kingdom
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB pilots whole-house infrared heating for council homes
City officials want a low-emissions, low-cost method for home heating in social housing. The two-year pilot evaluates infrared heating systems at two council-owned terraced houses. Each system includes heating panels, a smart thermostat, a hot water tank, and solar panels with an onsite battery. Equans assists with the installation and maintenance of the systems, while Nesta will conduct surveys about participant experiences with infrared heating during the winter of 2022-2023.
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB
United Kingdom
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB reinforces Early Help for families with text messaging pilot
City officials found that 20% of Early Help support offers are rejected each year. The pilot used text messages to highlight the program's capacity to deal with issues ranging from addiction to debt. Families received text messages immediately following phone calls offering council support. A second text message was sent two days later to any family rejecting assistance. The Early Help team also revamped its online content with testimonials, request forms, and empowering language.
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB
United Kingdom
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB supports independent living with digital fall prevention pilots
This initiative with Urban Foresight sought tech-based solutions for falls by Reablement Service clients. An initial study identified three opportunities for digital services: food intake management, home navigation, and strength exercises. Pilot participants used council-equipped smart lights for improved navigation and smart speakers for timed reminders about food and medicine. Newcastle's Adult Social Care team held ongoing conversations about exercise with clients during video calls.
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB
United Kingdom
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB launched NCLEUS website to showcase smart city projects
Newcastle City Council partnered with innovation consultancy Urban Foresight to launch "NCLEUS" a website showcasing projects from the local smart city programme. The NCLEUS platform highlights more than 25 projects developed over the past two years that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the city's public services. The website was designed to strengthen the city's innovation community by creating new partnerships and commercial opportunities.
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB
United Kingdom
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB launched a 12-month trial for Neuron's talking e-scooters
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council is partnering with Neuron Mobility to launch a 12-month trial for new talking e-scooters. The trial is designed to provide residents with a safe, socially-distanced, and environmentally-friendly transport option during the COVID-19 pandemic. The 250 Neuron e-scooters included in the trial are GPS-enabled allowing the Council to control where they are ridden, how fast they can travel, and where they can park.
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB
United Kingdom
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB virtual Christmas gift market supported local businesses
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council launched a virtual Christmas gift market to support local independent businesses. The virtual market provided a socially distanced shopping experience during the COVID-19 lockdowns. Shopper were able to purchase gift vouchers from over 50 local businesses. The market allowed residents to acquire unique gifts for loved ones while also supporting the struggling tourism and hospitality industry.
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB
United Kingdom