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Biomass

An introduction to the different ways you can develop a biomass project, including a step-by-step guide and links to other useful information.

Community-owned microgrids and private wire networks

An introduction to community-owned Microgrids and Private Wire Networks, including a step-by-step guide.

Electrical energy storage

All you need to know about electrical energy storage.

Feasibility study and hydrodynamic review of Cuan Sound

Produced by Aquatera Ltd for Luing Community Council in 2018, this report looks into the feasibility of a tidal project in the Isle of Luing.

Further information

Part of our Solar PV module. This section includes sources of further information to help you with your project.

Guidance for communities on the development of wave and tidal projects

This report aims to help coastal communities understand the process behind identifying local marine energy opportunities and assessing the scope for d...

Heat pumps

An introduction to the different ways you can develop a heat pump project, including a step-by-step guide.

Hydropower

An introduction to the different ways you can develop a hydro power project, including a step-by-step guide.

Innovative energy systems

An overview of four examples of innovative electricity projects funded under the Local Energy Challenge Fund.

Local energy supply

Information about different business models including power purchase agreements, and different ways to sell to consumers.

Local energy supply

Part of our Solar PV module. This section looks at local energy supply.

Phase 1 – Developing the idea

Part of our Solar PV module. This section looks at the first phase - developing your idea.

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