A feasibility study focussed on the towns of Keswick and Cockermouth which investigates the potential for community-owned (or community-led) solar photovoltaic (PV) installations, electric vehicle (EV) charge points and car clubs. This study has been funded by the Rural Community Energy Fund. Download the study Download appendix A - Community Engagement Download appendix B - Solar PV Download appendix C - EV Charge Points Download appendix D - Car Sharing
Net Zero and Rurality, South Lakeland
Georgina Stephenson2023-09-20T09:06:13+01:00Feasibility study into a cross-sectoral, place-based, approach to overcoming non-technical barriers to net zero living in South Lakeland, Cumbria. Download the study >>>
Community Energy Start-Up
cafsadmin2022-03-17T17:17:52+00:00A £15,000 grant helped CAfS to produce bespoke solar mapping and carbon footprint tools which were piloted with small businesses and households in three distinct communities to help them maximise their collective potential to generate renewable energy. The assessment combined the latest tailored advice for businesses on how to decarbonise. Find out more >
Melbreak hydro feasibility study
cafsadmin2020-07-15T17:36:33+01:00This community in west Cumbria wanted to install a hydro power scheme in their area, and we supported them to explore options. CAfS helped local organisation Melbreak Communities to assess three sites, to see whether a hydro scheme would be feasible at any of them. Find out more >