In October last year, the Midlands Net Zero Hub awarded us a Community Energy Fund Grant on behalf of the UK Government to undertake a renewable energy feasibility study. Following our success in attaining funds, the project is underway to identify potential options for a renewable energy strategy in Belper, covering the Whitemoor area. The study is exploring a range of sustainable energy solutions, including:
- Ground and air source heat pumps
- Heat pump-fed district heating systems
- Solar energy systems
- Battery storage
- Utilising waste heat
- Electric vehicle charging infrastructure (e.g. solar-powered car parks)
- Wind turbines
We hope the outcome of this study will be positive, enabling us to apply for the Stage 2 Development Grant to examine technical feasibility.
Consultant
We have engaged local renewable energy experts, T4 Sustainability Ltd, to perform this assessment. Founded in May 2002 and based in Ilkeston, they have completed thousands of consultancy and installation projects for clients, including the Carbon Trust, National Trust, Local Authorities, the NHS, Ofgem, consultancies, manufacturing companies and homeowners.
Community
Community benefit is at the core of this project, and we will seek the views of all those living within the Whitemoor area.
For more information or to share your views if you live in the Whitemoor area of Belper, please get in touch with us at info@belpercommunityenergy.org.uk
