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.
An introduction to Local Energy
Don't know where to begin?
Our guide to getting started
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Local contacts
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.
An introduction to funding
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Contact your Local Development Officer
Our free resources are here to help you with your local energy project. Explore our list of guides and reports, download resources, find a partner and more.
Resources overview
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Partnerships are essential to delivering your community energy project. Here you can find project contractors, help to get you started and sites available for community energy opportunities.
Need advice?
Contact Local Energy Scotland
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 Maryburgh Men’s Shed
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 Over £5.5 million in grant funding has been awarded through the Community Energy Generation Growth Fund

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Case study

CentreStage village

Technology: solar photovoltaic (PV) panels Location: Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire CARES funding: £19,488.70 capital grant Date installed/operational: Se...

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Part three: Hints and tips on promoting your project

Part of our 'Acknowledging CARES support and promoting your project' guide.

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Part two: Your project’s case study

Part of our 'Acknowledging CARES support and promoting your project' guide.

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Part one: Acknowledging CARES support

Part of our 'Acknowledging CARES support and promoting your project' guide.

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Acknowledging CARES support and promoting your project

This three-part guide explains how you should acknowledge support from the Scottish Government’s CARES when promoting your project.

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Ardross Community Hall

Technology: solar photovoltaic (PV) panels

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How Local Energy Scotland can help

Part of our project model: new wind generation (grid connected, above 1MW). This section looks at how we can help.

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Implementation

Part of our project model: new wind generation (grid connected, above 1MW). This section looks at implementation.

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Due diligence and financial close

Part of our project model: new wind generation (grid connected, above 1MW). This section looks at due diligence and financial close.

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Development and delivery

Part of our project model: new wind generation (grid connected, above 1MW). This section looks at development and delivery.

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Preparing for installation

Part of our project model: new wind generation (grid connected, above 1MW). This section looks at how to prepare for installation.

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Key challenges

Part of our project model: new wind generation (grid connected, above 1MW). This section looks at key challenges.

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