Hub to support Freeport to deliver on net zero
The South West Net Zero Hub is supporting the Plymouth and South Devon (PASD) Freeport with their ambition to work with local partners to achieve a net zero emissions target for the Freeport area and the wider region, ahead of 2050. Freeports are designated areas where a range of economic incentives are available. These include […]
Sunshine powered surfing at The Wave
Work is set to start on a solar installation to power The Wave surfing lake in South Gloucestershire with 100% renewable energy. The South West Energy Hub is proud to have played a part in this innovative project by carrying out a feasibility study which supported South Gloucestershire Council to understand the finance of the […]
Low carbon microgrid could power new homes and businesses
A new 300-home development in Somerset could be net zero carbon – thanks to a project funded by the South West Rural Community Energy Fund. Frome Renewable Energy Co-op (FRECo) has secured a £40,000 grant to investigate the feasibility of a low carbon microgrid and heat network at a large development site called Saxonvale. The […]
