Join us for a Seeing is believing tour of the Solent area

This autumn, the Hub is hosting a visit to a community-owned solar farm near Lymington, with guest speakers from a range of innovative local community energy projects.
What we’ve learnt from our Complex Sites mapping project

An update on the Hub’s work with Energy Systems Catapult to map and assess Complex Site opportunities for local authorities across the South West.
The South West’s clean energy transition could support 35,000 jobs by 2030. Is the workforce ready?

A new report reviews evidence about clean energy jobs and skills from across the region. What does it tell us about the opportunity and the workforce needed to realise it?
Community Energy Networks Gather Momentum Across the South West

Community energy capacity continues to grow across the South West, with a series of network events bringing together local authorities, community organisations and energy groups.
Hub supports more South West councils to kick off clean energy projects this autumn

A round up of the latest local authority clean energy projects that the Hub has supported in the South West.
GBE announces £30 million community power investment

Great British Energy announce £30 million of funding to support local clean energy projects that will cut bills and bring benefits to communities.
New toolkit supports local authorities to move from ambition to action on local energy planning

Join the South West Net Zero Hub and Centre for Sustainable Energy for a webinar exploring a new toolkit aimed at supporting Local Authorities with early stage energy planning.
Wiltshire Council’s Schools Solar Showcase

Wiltshire Council’s Schools Solar Showcase explored routes available for installing rooftop solar and battery storage for council-maintained schools and academies.
Heat Network Zoning News #2

Latest news from our Heat Network Zoning Engagement lead Elli Nikolaidou.
Council’s brave rain to visit inspiring Devon community energy projects

Council officers and councillors join the Hub’s second ‘Seeing is Believing’ tour in Devon, visiting community energy projects that benefit local people.