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Introduction
The Community and Renewable Energy Scheme (CARES) contract is delivered by Local Energy Scotland on behalf of the Scottish Government. Our equality charter sets out guiding principles that we follow in our delivery of CARES.
Successful CARES applicants are required to demonstrate practices that uphold the principles of this charter and examples of how this can be achieved are provided towards the end of this page. This includes some elements which you must be able demonstrate to be eligible for CARES funding.
CARES supports communities across Scotland to engage with, participate in and benefit from the energy transition to net zero emissions. We are committed to ensuring that all our services are accessible to everyone, with a particular focus on ensuring that those from underrepresented and/or marginalised groups can participate freely and without unnecessary barriers.
Our Charter reflects this commitment and our priority in addressing inequality and provides a framework for Local Energy Scotland and our delivery partners to achieve this. When delivering the contract, developing actions and analysing data, we will consider the complexities and sensitivities involved in working with people and communities – all of which are unique.
Our Charter has been developed in partnership with CEMVO Scotland following focus group consultation with people from minority ethnic groups to better understand barriers to accessing our services.
Through our Charter we will take active steps to champion a local energy sector that is accessible and inclusive and reflects the Just Transition Principles.
This Charter is implemented through an annual action plan that sets annual objectives. Implementation and monitoring of the action plans inform the regular review of this Charter.
If you have questions about the Charter or would like to provide feedback on this Charter, please contact info@localenergy.scot or 0808 808 2288.
