Welcome to the latest update from Neston Community Energy. Here’s what we’ve been up to, what’s coming next, and how you can get involved.<\/p>\n
We’re exploring whether a community-owned solar and wind scheme could work at Leahurst \u2014generating clean, local power while creating longer-term benefits for Neston. Right now we’re doing the groundwork: checking what’s technically possible, what the environmental impact would be, and whether the numbers stack up. We’ll share more as soon as we hit key milestones.<\/p>\n
This is one of our most exciting projects, and one we want more of you involved in.<\/p>\n
What is it?<\/p>\n
The Energy Club<\/strong> will let local households and organisations access cheaper, locally-generated renewable electricity \u2014 instead of energy travelling miles across the national grid, you\u2019d be buying power generated right here in Neston.<\/p>\n What we\u2019re doing now:<\/p>\n We are working with Helen Tandy from Eco Communities on this part of the project.<\/p>\n Why join the interest list now?<\/strong><\/p>\n It costs nothing and doesn\u2019t commit you to anything\u2014 but it helps us prove demand, which is essential for securing the funding and grid connections we need to get this off the ground. Click here to complete a survey<\/a><\/p>\n We\u2019ve already completed a feasibility study into a solar farm at Clayhill. The next step depends on anational decision (known as \u201cP441\u201d) about how local power sites can connect to the electricity grid \u2014 a decision that\u2019s currently out of our hands, sitting with the industry regulator. Once there\u2019s clarity, we\u2019ll know what\u2019s possible here and can move forward. We\u2019ll update you assoon as we hear.<\/p>\n We\u2019re working with Neston Civic Hall and NCYC to look at putting solar panels on both buildings\u2019 roofs, making use of spaces we already have to generate clean power, cut running costs for these community organisations, and show what community energy can do close to home. We\u2019re still at the early stages, working through the technical and financial details, and will share more soon.<\/p>\n We had a great time at Neston Village Fair and the Family Fun Day at NCYC, thank you to everyone who stopped by, asked questions, signed up as a member, or pledged support.<\/p>\n We\u2019ll be at more events like this soon \u2014 let us know if you\u2019d like to help out or an event that you would like us to attend.<\/p>\n We\u2019ve also started conversations with other organisations that manage public buildings and spaces inthe area, to see where we could team up on future solar projects. Sharing costs and effort across afew sites, rather than each going it alone, could mean bigger impact for everyone.<\/p>\n When:<\/strong> Wednesday 23rd September, 7:00pm<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> NCYC Burton Road Neston<\/p>\n All members, supporters, and anyone curious about our work are welcome.<\/p>\n Community energy only works with community support. Whether you\u2019re a resident, a local business, or a community group, there are lots of ways to help \u2014 from joining the Energy Club interest list to volunteering at events. Together, we can build a cleaner, more locally-powered future for Neston.\u2014 Neston Community Energy<\/p>\n\n
Clayhill Solar Farm<\/h5>\n
New Partnerships: Solar on Neston Civic Hall and NCYC<\/h5>\n
Out and About<\/h5>\n
Talking to Other Local Groups.<\/h5>\n
Save the Date: AGM & Supporters’ Meeting<\/h5>\n
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Get Involved<\/h5>\n