National Energy Action
Also known as: Neighbourhood Energy Action, Nea, Nea Cymru, Nea Ni, Nea Northern Ireland
RESEARCHING AND ANALYSING THE CAUSES AND EXTENT OF FUEL POVERTY AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF POLICIES TO ADDRESS IT.MANAGING PROJECTS IN INNER CITIES AND RURAL AREAS WHICH SHOW INNOVATIVE WAYS OF TACKLING FUEL POVERTY AND THAT BRING WIDER BENEFITS OF ENERGY EFFICIENCY TO LOCAL COMMUNITIES.CAMPAIGNING TO INCREASE RESOURCES TO ERADICATE FUEL POVERTY. PROVISION OF ADVICE AND TRAINING SERVICES.
Activities & Mission
RESEARCHING AND ANALYSING THE CAUSES AND EXTENT OF FUEL POVERTY AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF POLICIES TO ADDRESS IT.MANAGING PROJECTS IN INNER CITIES AND RURAL AREAS WHICH SHOW INNOVATIVE WAYS OF TACKLING FUEL POVERTY AND THAT BRING WIDER BENEFITS OF ENERGY EFFICIENCY TO LOCAL COMMUNITIES.CAMPAIGNING TO INCREASE RESOURCES TO ERADICATE FUEL POVERTY. PROVISION OF ADVICE AND TRAINING SERVICES.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 54% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M (sample: 222). How is this calculated?
Higher than 84% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 72% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £15,343,842 | £14,245,929 | £14,216,165 | £6,549,347 | £6,549,347 | 168 / 0 |
| 2024 | £13,293,157 | £12,915,209 | £12,897,500 | £5,449,731 | £5,447,614 | 130 / 0 |
| 2023 | £12,163,682 | £9,631,449 | £9,617,310 | £5,071,471 | £4,611,230 | 95 / 0 |
| 2022 | £8,417,198 | £7,872,333 | £7,867,837 | £2,539,245 | £2,522,813 | 83 / 0 |
| 2021 | £6,045,283 | £6,456,022 | £6,455,808 | £1,994,833 | £1,566,216 | 75 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about National Energy Action
What does National Energy Action do?
RESEARCHING AND ANALYSING THE CAUSES AND EXTENT OF FUEL POVERTY AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF POLICIES TO ADDRESS IT.MANAGING PROJECTS IN INNER CITIES AND RURAL AREAS WHICH SHOW INNOVATIVE WAYS OF TACKLING FUEL POVERTY AND THAT BRING WIDER BENEFITS OF ENERGY EFFICIENCY TO LOCAL COMMUNITIES.CAMPAIGNING TO INCREASE RESOURCES TO ERADICATE FUEL POVERTY. PROVISION OF ADVICE AND TRAINING SERVICES.
How much income did National Energy Action report in 2025?
National Energy Action reported total income of £15.34m and reported expenditure of £14.25m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is National Energy Action?
National Energy Action has a program ratio of 92.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 54% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M (sample of 222 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was National Energy Action registered as a charity?
National Energy Action was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 November 1984 as charity number 290511. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs National Energy Action?
National Energy Action is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Iain Deboys. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does National Energy Action operate?
National Energy Action operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is National Energy Action a registered charity?
Yes — National Energy Action is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 290511.
Details
36 Gallowgate
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE1 4TD
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Also Known As
- Neighbourhood Energy Action
- Nea
- Nea Cymru
- Nea Ni
- Nea Northern Ireland
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated