We are Local Energy Scotland
We manage CARES - the Scottish Government’s Community and Renewable Energy Scheme. CARES supports communities across Scotland to engage with, participate in and benefit from the energy transition to net zero emissions.
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Want to know more about community shared ownership?
Join one of our events this March to find out how it works and the support available from The Scottish Government's Community and Renewable Energy Scheme (CARES)
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Don’t know where to begin?
We have guides, tools and resources for every stage of a project.
Our guide to getting started
Already have an idea or proposal?
Our local development officers provide free advice to help you with the next step.
Find your local contactThe 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 FundingFunding available now
CARES funding
Average community value from recent projects
£5,100
Per mW per year
Total benefits committed in the last year
£26,358,006
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Community and Locally Owned Projects
Discover the projects which are contributing to Scottish targets for community and locally owned energy, alongside projects which have received CARES funding from Local Energy Scotland.
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