Carbon reduction portal
There are a number of organisations in Shetland who are committed to reducing carbon emissions and energy use, including:
Community Energy Scotland
Link to website: www.communityenergyscotland.org.uk
Through the Scottish Government’s Community and Renewable Energy Support Scheme, Community Energy Scotland can offer support to a range of community organisations to help with technical assistance to identify projects to reduce their energy consumption. In addition there is the CARES Loan scheme to support community and rural businesses with pre-planning costs for renewable energy revenue generation projects.
For more information:
email:
patrick.ross-smith@communityenergyscotland.org.uk
jennifer.nicolson@communityenergyscotland.org.uk
Or phone: 01595 830206
Energy Saving Scotland advice centre Highlands and Islands
Link to website: www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/scotland
The Energy Saving Scotland advice centre delivers free, impartial advice on sustainable transport, energy efficiency and renewable energy for the home. The organisation works in partnership with communities and individuals across the Highlands and Islands to help develop low carbon lifestyles and cut carbon dioxide emissions.
For more information:
email: energyadvisors@hi.energysavingscotland.org.uk
Or phone: 0800 512 012
Changeworks
Link to website: www.changeworks.org.uk
Changeworks aims to improve quality of life and protect the environment. Working in collaboration, the organisation inspires and empowers people and communities to make a difference through changing their behaviour. It also promotes the development of innovative projects or businesses in energy efficiency, waste prevention and sustainable transportation.
Shetland Islands Council
Link to website: www.shetland.gov.uk
Environment and Resource Management Unit
Shetland Islands Council’s Environment and Resource Management Unit offers advice and support on minimising waste and managing resources.
Schools can request advice on the Eco Schools program. Businesses can benefit from free environmental audits and support in joining the national Tidy Business Scheme. The public will find information on recycling, composting and ways to minimise their waste as well as advice and assistance on funding applications for allotments.
For more information:
email recycling@shetland.gov.uk
Or phone 01595 744850
Hjaltland Housing Association – One Stop Shop
Hjaltland Housing Association operates a One Stop Shop in partnership with the Shetland Islands Council to provide advice and information for private sector properties. The association can also provide grant funding for home improvements, such as insulation, heating, windows, doors and draught-proofing, to households in Fuel Poverty. They can also advise households on whether they could be eligible for cheaper electricity bills through Social Tariffs.
For more information:
email: mail@hjaltland.org
Or phone 01595 741368
Community Energy Efficiency Programme (CEEP)
Link to website: www.shetland.gov.uk/community/grantaid
The CEEP scheme is administered by Shetland Islands Council in partnership with Community Energy Scotland and is designed to help community groups that own and/or manage buildings and facilities to reduce their energy costs.
The scheme can help community groups with energy efficiency measures such as draught proofing and additional insulation as well as a number of other improvements.
For more information:
email : grants.unit@shetland.gov.uk
Telephone: Your local community office or (01595 830206)
This project is part-financed by the European Union under the Shetland LEADER 2008-2013 programme.