We currently have five renewable energy sites generating approximately 160,000 kWh per year.
Our Other Achievements
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- Mentoring the Dearne Valley Eco-Vision in setting up a community renewable energy organisation
- Developing two hydro schemes through to investment readiness; Jordan Dam Hydro (archimedes screw) and Kelham Island Micro Hydro (water wheel)
- Assisting South Yorkshire Housing Association in looking at installing solar PV on their supported housing schemes
- Working on a Renewable Energy Feasibility Study for Sheffield City Council with Ove Arup
- Advising other community groups on micro hydro projects
- Undertaking technical reports related to renewable energy
Community benefit fund
In 2017 after the first 3 years of generation we made our first Community Benefit Fund payment. As of 2024 we have raised over £20,000 for community benefit schemes, the majority in Sheffield funding actions to alleviate fuel poverty through South Yorkshire Energy Centre, and approximately 10% going to overseas projects.