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
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Our guide to getting started
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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.
An introduction to funding
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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.
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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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SMART for Fintry

Project Lead: Fintry Development Trust

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River Tay heat pump district heating

Project lead: Perth and Kinross Council Local Energy Challenge Fund award amount: £19,750 Area: Perth and Kinross Perth’s River Tay heat pump p...

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Ensuring Future Energy Security for Knoydart

Project lead: Power Migration Partners Ltd

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Wind to Agri-Energy

Project lead: Shapinsay Development Trust

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ACTION Highland Highway

Caithness Rural Transport provides a Dial-A-Ride door to door transport service for people with mobility problems. Caithness Rural Transport is part o...

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Wellpark (Glasgow) – Community Heat and Power Project

Project lead: Craighall Energy Ltd

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Energise Galashiels

Project lead: Energise Galashiels Trust

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Glasgow’s Infrared Heat Demonstration Project

Project lead: Glasgow City Council

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Glasgow Housing Association: large scale air source heat pump

Project lead: Glasgow Housing Association

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Linlithgow Energy Corridor – ‘Heat from the Street’

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Montrose Local Energy Project

The Montrose Local Energy Project sought to create a new fuel source from a waste product – animal bedding. Working in collaboration with a number o...

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Blackwood Housing

Blackwood Housing is a registered social landlord and is a leading national housing and care provider specialising in homes and care services for peop...

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