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Procurement

Find out about procuring services, goods and hardware for your project.

Project finance

An introduction to the basics of finance, including an overview of sources of funding for different stages of your project.

Project Finance Model

The Finance Model guide has been created to provide guidance on sample input data that can be used in the Project Finance Model and how to use the ...

Project model: new wind generation (grid connected, above 1MW)

This project model is aimed at those interested in installing new wind turbines, to be locally owned and directly connected to the electricity grid.

Project model: refurbished wind generation (grid connected)

This project model is for those interested in second-hand refurbished wind turbines and directly connected to the grid.

Project model: solar PV installation on a community building

This project model is aimed at local communities looking to install solar photovoltaic (PV) panels on a community building.

Project plan template

Use this excel template to help develop your project plan.

Renewable Heat Incentive

All you need to know about the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI).

Requesting quotations from installers

Applying for CARES funding? We’ve put together some text that you can use when contacting installers for quotations.

Requirements

There are a few things you’ll need to take your project forward. A commitment to invest time and significant effort in the project.

Requirements

If you want to install solar photovoltaic (PV) panels on a community building, there are a few things you’ll need to progress your project.

Requirements

There are a few things you'll need if you're planning to refurbish a wind turbine.

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