Ofgem investigation spurs reforms in community energy schemes

An investigation by Ofgem into Community Energy Scheme UK Ltd and Community Energy Scheme Stoke Ltd has resulted in proposed actions to address concerns about consumer protection compliance

Mancunian community energy finds key to home retrofits

A community energy group in Manchester has found a way to effectively carry out domestic energy efficiency retrofits. Carbon Co-op says its Community Green Deal can cut energy consumption and emissions by up to 60% by combining expert technical advice and supervision with a modest financial incentive, in this case a zero-interest loan. By bringing multiple […]

Power supplier backs Isle of Wight energy scheme

Energy supplier SSE is backing an energy scheme to help Isle of Wight residents cut bills and invest in sustainable community projects. The scheme is run by Ecoislands, the community energy scheme planning to make the island energy self-sufficient by 2020. For every Isle of Wight SSE customer that joins the community scheme, the power […]