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Local energy is the delivery of renewable energy projects involving a range of public, private and community organisations for the benefit of local consumers operating within a defined area.
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The Scottish Government’s Community and Renewable Energy Scheme (CARES) offers a range of financial support to local energy projects. We can also help you with ongoing support, mentoring, advice and more.
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Be inspired by our selection of projects and case studies that feature useful hints and details on projects undertaken. CARES looks to support innovation in Scotland’s renewable energy industry and to encourage learning by example.
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Latest Case Study Leverhulme Community Hub
Local Energy Scotland is a consortium that administers and manage the Scottish Government’s Community and Renewable Energy Scheme (CARES).
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Latest Post Realising the benefits – match funding from community benefit funds supporting the delivery of CARES projects

An Suidhe

Operation since	10/08/2011
Local Authority Area	Argyll & Bute
Technology	Onshore Wind
Installed Capacity	19.3Mw

Case studies

River Avich community hydro scheme https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available

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Foundation Scotland Glenorchy & Innishail Community Council

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RWE

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