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26-27 July 2012, the former Gaia Centre, Delabole PL33 9DAwww.cornwall.gov.uk/energyshow

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Fire safetyShould the fi re alarm sound please exit the building using the nearest available exit and assemble on the lawned area to the rear of the building or the outdoor exhibition space at the front of the building, whichever is the safest and most convenient. Fire marshalls will ensure that the building is vacated safely.

We are pleased to include a number of articles and adverts in this show programme which have been submitted by communities and businesses based both within and beyond Cornwall. If you would like to submit an article or advert for inclusion in any future show programme please contact [email protected]

DisclaimerThe Cornwall Renewable Energy Show is hosted and organised by Cornwall Council. The inclusion of any company or individual at the Show does not necessarily mean that the product or service off ered by such a party is endorsed by Cornwall Council.

We are particularly grateful for the support of:

Cover image courtesy of PEP Renewables.

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Contents 5 Foreword by Julian German

6 Day one programme: Community benefi t and

renewable energy

7 Day one programme: Community energy schemes

8 Day two programme: Onshore wind Conference

9 Day two programme: Renewable energy for the

rural community

11 Marine Renewable Energy Seminar

12 Speaker profi les

24 List of exhibitors

48 Planning for renewable energy in Cornwall

50 Solar PV in Cornwall

51 Hydropower in Cornwall

52 Geothermal energy in Cornwall

53 Our landscape

54 Ecological benefi ts

55 Our historic environment

56 Wind energy

58 LEAP

59 A national solar centre

60 South West Marine Energy Park

62 Cabilla Manor

63 Eden Project

64 Helsett farm

65 Hendra Holiday Park

66 Imerys

67 Little White alice

68 Mpad

69 Newquay Zoo

70 PURE

71 St Austell Brewery

72 St Endellion

76 The Olde House

77 The Scarlet

78 Watergate Bay

79 Wheal Jane

80 Woodland Valley

81 WREN

82 Our property services

83 South West Water

84 Cottage Farm

86 Community Energy Plus

88 ecodrive

89 Cornwall Renewable Energy Awards

90 Building control

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Foreword

Dynnargh dhyworthJulian GermanKonsel Kernow a’gas dynnergh dhe’n Diskwedhyans Nerth Nowythadow 2012 ha godhvos meur ras dhywgh a’gas skoodhyans.

An Konsel a’n jeves omdhalgh posedhek yn kever nerth nowythadow ha mall yw ganso a weytha an spassow rag Kernow. Yma dhyn hedhas dhe asnodhow nowythadow a lies ehen hag a brof spas unnik rag gul maystri war dhevedhek a’gan provians a nerth, ha dri les erbysiethek a bris dhyworth dinythyans nerth ha diwysyans keskelmys.

Homm yw an tressa bledhen may tyghtyas Konsel Kernow an Diskwedhyans ma. Dres an termyn na, re welsyn ni kammow bras wor’tu ha’gan uhelhwansow nerth nowythadow, synsys ynna ogas ha dewblekheans a’gan dalhuster nerth nowythadow. Byttegyns yma hwath lies tra moy dhe wul rag iselhe agan serhogeth war nerth ynperthys ha dourgarbonek.

An Konsel re restras an Diskwedhyans rag dri war-barth tus a’s teves bern y’gan devedhyans nerth nowythadow – displegyoryon, kemeniethow, negysyow ha tiogow – dh’agan gweres ow trehedhes agan gorvynnow rag Kernow yw moy glas ha moy sostenadow. Ni a’gan beus an spas dhe vos derowel ha dhe devi keff rys, ha dhe vos ha bos kresen a vryntinses. Ni a wayt y hwrello an Diskwedhyans Nerth Nowythadow ma agan gweres, oll ahanan, ow kul kammow a-hys an hyns na.

My a garsa godhvos gras dhywgh ynwedh a ri doneson dhe Aluseneth an Kaderyer, Trest Ambulans Ayr Kernow, avel keschanj rag towlen an Diskwedhyans. Da yw genev afydhya y fydh argevres dhe’n aluseneth ma pub dineren re resys yn kuv.

My a garsa godhvos gras dhywgh hwi oll a wodriga y’n Diskwedhyans ha govenek a’m beus may prederrowgh y vos hag a bris ha heudhadow.

Welcome fromJulian GermanCornwall Council welcomes you to the 2012 Cornwall Renewable Energy Show and would like to thank you for your support.

The Council takes a positive approach to renewable energy and is keen to make the most of the opportunities for Cornwall. We have access to a range of renewable resources that off er a unique opportunity to take control of the future of our energy supply and bring signifi cant economic benefi ts from energy generation and associated industry.

This is the third year Cornwall Council has run the show. In that time we have seen great strides towards our renewable energy ambitions, including almost doubling our renewable energy capacity. There remains, however, much more to do to decrease our dependence on imported, carbon intensive energy.

The Council has organised the show to bring together people with an interest in our renewable energy future – developers, communities, businesses and householders – to help us all to realise our aspirations for a greener, more sustainable Cornwall. We have the opportunity to innovate, grow and become a centre of excellence. We hope that this Renewable Energy Show will help us all to take steps along that path.

I would also like to thank you for making a small donation to the Chairman’s Charity, Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust, in exchange for this show programme. I am pleased to confi rm that every penny that you have kindly given will be donated to this charity.

I would like to thank you all for attending the show and I hope you fi nd it both valuable and enjoyable.

Julian German, Cornwall Council Cabinet Member for Waste Management, Climate Change and Historic Environment

Julian German, Esel Kabynet rag Dyghtyans Atal, Chanj an Hin ha Kyrhynnedh Istorek

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Day one programmeThursday 26 July 2012 • Community benefi t and renewable energy

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Chair: Andy England

10.00 The planners role: Adam Carlyon, Cornwall Council

10.15 A consultants perspective: Peter Wonnacott, Peter Wannacott Planning

10.30 Commercial renewables and community benefi t:Jim Wood, REG Windpower

10.45 Communities for renewables: Merlyn Hyman, Regen SW

11.15 The community perspective:Brian Pocock, Gwinear-Gwithian Parish Council.

11:30 Questions and answers

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Day one programmeThursday 26 July 2012 • Community energy schemes

09.30 Welcome and introduction

Phil Mason, Head of Planning and Regeneration, Cornwall Council

09.40 Renewable Energy and the role of the

Local Enterprise Partnesrship (LEP)

Chris Pomfret, Chairman of Isles of Scilly & Cornwall LEP

09.50 Welcome to Delabole: Hugo House,Good Energy

Session one: The vision for Cornwall

Chair: Chris Hines (sponsored by Ward Williams Assoc) 10.00 Vision for Cornwall: Cllr Julian German,

Cornwall Council10.10 The role of the Council: Steven Ford, Cornwall

Council10.20 Cornwall Sustainable Energy Action Plan:

Caroline Carroll, Cornwall Council10.25 The opportunities: Lionel Shelley CALC10.40 Cornwall’s Energy Future: Stephen Frankel,

WREN10.50 Technological developments and innovative

solutions: Gage Williams, West Country Renewables

11.05 Questions and answers

Session two: Delivering community

renewable energy projects - case studiesChair: Cllr Julian German, Cornwall Council11.20 Wadebridge Renewable Energy Network:

The story so far Harriet Wild (WREN), Sarah Prosser(Wadebridge Chamber of Commerce), Stephen Knightley (Wadebridge Town Council)

11.35 PURE: challenges and opportunities – Paul Vaughan, PURE

11.50 Fowey: Christine Wharton, FREE12.05 Ladock: Oliver Baines12.20 Questions and answers

12:30 Lunch: until 13:30

Session three: Support for community

renewable energy projects

Chair: Robin Andrew, Assistant Head, Localism, Devolution and Green Cornwall, Cornwall Council 13.30 Front end developmental support - the

options: Neil Farrington, Community Power Cornwall / CEP

13.45 Finance options: Jake Burnyeat, Green Trust CIC14.00 Financing a community energy scheme:

Jon d’Este-Hoare, FSE Group14.15 European Funding opportunities: Dr Jonathan

Adey, Cornwall Council14.35 Governance, constitution and engagement:

Sonya Bedford, Stephens Scown14.50 Questions and answers

Session four: The role of partner organisations Chair: Stephen Frankel, WREN15.05 Communities as the key driver:

Kate Henderson, TCPA15.20 The role of CEP: Tim Jones, CEP15.35 The new era of renewables: Paul Bright, CSBT15.50 The role of RegenSW/communities for

renewables: Merlin Hyman, RegenSW16.05 Questions and answers

Session fi ve: Policy and funding

Chair: Terry Grove-White, Cornwall Council

16.20 The national policy context:Paul McCloghrie, DECC

16.35 The Green Deal: Ruth Binny, Cornwall Council16.50 Questions and answers

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09.30 Registration and coff ee

10.00 Morning session 1: A series of presentations covering the economic and social drivers for wind energy and the economic benefi ts of wind energy.

Chair: Yana Bosseva, Planning Advisor, RenewableUK

• Onshore Wind – Economic Benefi ts and Policy Levers Paul Burrell, Pegasus Planning

This presentation will address the benefi ts onshore wind delivers both nationally and locally, as well as the provisions for it in the latest Government planning policy.

• Community Benefi ts of Onshore Wind Hazel Williams, RegenSW

This presentation will look at the range of community benefi ts including community ownership of onshore wind projects.

• Question & answer session

11.20 Break and tea/coff ee

11.40 Morning session 2: Case studies looking at the life cycle of two projects of diff erent scales.

• The Wind Farm Development Process Hugo House, Good Energy

This presentation will look at the wind farm development process.

• Small Wind Turbines John Moore, Windcrop

An overview of the small and medium wind sector, current policy and incentives.

• Question and answer session

13.00 Lunch (provided) and visit to Delabole Wind Farm:After a complimentary lunch, you will have the opportunity to visit a modern working wind farm and understand more about the technology and how it works.

15.00 Afternoon Workshop Session:This interactive session will enable participants to explore the development process from a diff erent perspective, while balancing the various economic, social and environmental issues facing developers, decision makers, consultees and other stakeholders in developing wind projects.

16.30 Close

Friday 27 July 2012 • Onshore Wind conference

This is a pre-booked seminar hosted by RenewableUK aimed specifi cally at Councillors and local authority planning offi cers. Should you wish to attend this seminar, or similar future events organised by RenewableUK, please visit www.renewableuk.com or staff from RenewableUK at stand 15.

Day two programme

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Friday 27 July 2012 • Renewable Energy for the Rural Community

09.30 Welcome and introduction: Sandra Rothwell, Cornwall Council

09.40 Planning for renewable energy in Cornwall: Adrian Lea, Cornwall Council

09.50 Welcome to Delabole: Hugo House,Good Energy

Session One: Making it Happen

Chair: David Edmondson, Cornwall Council

10.00 The planners role: Chris Daly, Cornwall Council10.15 The consultants role:

Haydn Scholes, Wardell Armstrong International10.30 Ecology & landscape: Birgit Höntzsch,

Cornwall Environmental Consultants Ltd10.45 Public consultation and engagement:

Cllr Bob Egerton, Cornwall Council11.00 Financing Renewable Energy:

Adrian Rundle, Barclays Bank11.15 Government Community Policy:

Alison Bailey, Community Energy, DECC11.30 Questions and answers

Session Two: Planning for on-shore wind

Chair: Merlin Hyman, RegenSW

11.45 Planning for onshore wind in Cornwall:Chris Daly, Cornwall Council

12.00 The installation of a wind turbine:Jonathan Kearsley, Mi Grid Ltd

12.15 Small scale wind energy in Cornwall:Dean Robson, Clean Earth Energy

12.30 Large scale wind energy in Cornwall:Gordon Anderson, Scottish Power

12.45 Questions and answers

12.50 Lunch until 13.15

Session Three: Planning for solar PV

Chair: Ray Noble, Solar BIPV

13.15 Planning for solar PV in Cornwall:Ellis Crompton Brown CC

13.30 The installation of a domestic scale solar PV

facility: Matt Trewhella, Independent Energy13.45 The Development of a large scale solar PV

facility: Ben Cosh, The Green Company14.00 The proposed National Solar Centre:

Nick Tune, BRE14.15 Questions and answers

Session Four: Planning for hydro power

Chair: Dan Nicholls, Cornwall Council

14.30 Planning for hydro power in Cornwall:Peter Rugg Cornwall Council

14.45 How to develop a hydro power facility:Chris Elliot, Western Renewable Energy

15.00 Hydro power and the role of the Environment

Agency: Jessie Burgess, Environment Agency15.15 Questions and answers

Session Four: Planning for anaerobic digestion

Chair: Tim German (tbc)

15.30 Planning for anaerobic digestion in Cornwall: Tim Warne, Cornwall Council

15.45 The regulators requirements for the operation

of an anaerobic digestion facility:Gitty Ankers, Environment Agency

16.00 The installation and operation of an anaerobic

digestion facility: John Deane, Langage AD16.15 Questions and answers

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About the MERiFIC Project: Objec ves: Promote marine energy

Produce a tool kit to share our knowledge

Iden fy marine energy hotspots, priori sing island communi es

Inves gate the needs for energy genera on and distribu on

Share engineering know how, policy and good prac ce

Encourage business opportuni es - developing the supply chain

Engage with communin es, helping them to see the need for renewable energy

The maritme regions of Cornwall and Finistère are in a great posi on to bene t from the expecteded growth in marine renewable energy. Their peninsula nature and exposure to the Atlan c Ocean provides signi cant wave, wind and dal resources.

Cornwall, Isles of Scily and Finistère with the Parc Naturel Marin d’Iroise have iden ed marine energy as a key priority for development, with an pcipated economical, social and environmental bene ts.

Contact Us:Nicolas Wallet, Project Manager orMar n Clarke, Project O cer

01209 721 080www.meri c.euinfo@meri c.eu

MERiFICEconomical DevelopmentCornwall CouncilCarrick HousePydar StreetTruroTR1 1EB (UK)

UK Partners:

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Marine Renewable Energy SeminarCornwall Renewable Energy ShowGaia Centre, Delabole • July 26th, 12:45 - 16:30

AGENDAPART I

Cornwall’s Ports and Harbours: Meeting the future needs of the marine renewables sector, Cornwall Marine Network 12:45 Registration, tea and coffee13:00 Welcome

13:05 Mark Killingback, Secretary of South West Regional Ports Association and Truro and Penryn Harbour Master, and Matt Hodson, Business Development Manager for Mojo Maritime and former Fowey Deputy Harbour Master

13:20 Mike Reynolds, A&P Group, Falmouth Ports Development Manager13:35 Mike Carter, RWE, Project Construction Manager for Atlantic Array13:50 Questions and answers14:00 Coffee break

PART II:

The future of marine power in the UK energy mix and current and future government support, Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC)14:15 Paul McCloghrie, Head of Tidal and Wave Power (DECC)14:30 Questions and answers

PART III:

Policy Systems: Legislation shaping the renewables sector, University of Exeter14:40 Marine policy and legislation workshop, Peter Connor, University of Exeter15:30 Break15:40 Marine policy and legislation workshop, Angus Vantoch-Wood, University of Exeter16:25 Discussion16:30 Close

This seminar is part of a European project called MERiFIC which supports the development of marine energy in the far peripheral and island communities of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly in the UK and Finistère in France.

MERiFIC is a €4.6m fl agship EU research project that is currently hosting events and developing a suite of tools and resources for the promotion of regional off shore renewable energy. This will be achieved through the identifi cation of best practice as well as state-of-the-art analysis of supply chain, policy, resource potential and stakeholder engagement.

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Dr Jonathan Adey

Convergence Policy Manager,Cornwall CouncilJonathan was originally trained as a fi sheries science, where he worked with fi shing communities to develop sustainable fi shing practices. Jonathan’s current role involves supporting partners to shape the current and future investment priorities for our European funding programmes. This currently involves scoping the potential that renewable energy and smart grid technology may play in our next EU funding round (2014 -2020). Jonathan was recently awarded Winston Churchill fellowship to travel to the Far East in the autumn to build collaborative partnerships in this area.

Gordon Anderson

Senior Project Manager, ScottishPower RenewablesWith over 20 years of engineering experience, Gordon Anderson is a senior member of the ScottishPower Renewables’ Construction Team, with responsibility for managing the construction of onshore windfarm projects throughout the UK.After graduating from the University of Glasgow with a Degree in Civil Engineering, Gordon undertook various

Gitty Ankers MBESenior Environment Offi cer, Environment AgencyGitty worked for Salford University for two years researching air pollution from industries in Manchester and in 1983 joined the waste management department of Cornwall County Council. Gitty transferred to the Environment Agency in 1996 working closely with businesses on pollution prevention, resource management and sustainable good practice. Gitty has 29 years of experience in waste management / regulation and in 2010 she was awarded an MBE “For services to the Recycling and Waste Industries in Cornwall”. Since 2009 she has taken a special interest in anaerobic digestion, particularly involving the food and drink sector. In the Environment Agency she is a member of the National Biowaste Treatment Group.

Alison Bailey

Community Energy Policy Advisor, Department of Energy and Climate ChangeBefore working on community energy, Alison helped develop MCS for microgeneration products and installers, working closely with the industry. In her current role, she has revised DECCs Community Energy Online website (http://ceo.decc.gov.uk), advised on the £10m LEAF (Local Energy Assessment

Fund) and on Minister Greg Barker’s community energy advisory group which will be involved in DECC’s forthcoming community energy strategy document. She is currently working on the in-depth evaluation of LEAF, to identify learning coming from its 236 community energy projects. Outside work, Alison has just set up a local “sustainability” group in Kent, drafting its new website.

Oliver Baines OBEEnvironmentalist, farmer, and campaigner for rural communities.Former director of Cornwall Rural Community Council, now involved in preparations for a low carbon future, alternative energy schemes, food futures, and encouraging self-reliance at all levels. Owner of an Endurance 50kW turbine. Sits on the board of Cornwall Community Foundation, the Ladock Low Carbon Co-operative, and Coast sustainable tourism. Has campaigned against aviation expansion and the seedy side of globalisation and in favour of action to save the planet and reduce our greed for resources. Has two wonderful children, grows vegetables and plants trees.

Speaker profi lestechnical / engineering design positions, before progressing to more challenging roles within project management.Gordon currently has responsibility for the repowering of Carland Cross Windfarm and the construction of Harestanes Windfarm (68 turbine project). In his fi ve year career with ScottishPower Renewables, Gordon has also successfully delivered a 20 turbine extension to Hagshaw Hill Windfarm and a 28 turbine development at Mark Hill, both located in Scotland.

Rob Andrew

Assistant Head ofLocalism, Devolutionand Green Cornwall Rob has worked in local government in Cornwall for over 25 years. In 2009 he took up a role as the Localism Manager for Mid-Cornwall and was responsible for setting up NewquaySafe - a communitywide approach to providing a local solution to national alcohol issues. Rob also led the Council’s work to help rebuild local communities in Mid-Cornwall following the fl ood in November 2010. In 2011 Rob set up a dedicated devolution team to push forward an exciting programme of activity to devolve infl uence and service delivery to town and parish councils and local community groups. In 2012 Rob also took on responsibility for Green Cornwall and leads on the green communities element of the programme.


Sonya Bedford

Head of Renewable Energy, Stephen Scown SolicitorsSonya has over 12 years experience in acting for landowners and developers in the sustainable energy sector. Prior to setting up the renewable energy team at Stephens Scown in 2010, Sonya worked at the Bristol offi ce of Osborne Clarke. The renewable energy team has gone from strength to strength with active projects in all renewable technologies. Sonya sits on the legal panels for fi ve renewable energy developers. Sonya is certifi ed by the British Plumbing Employers Council in Renewable Energy Awareness; is on the RICS panel for Renewable Energy Valuation and the Good Energy Green Panel and is a member of Carbon Leapfrog.

Ruth Binny

Economic Development Service, Cornwall CouncilRuth Binny currently works for the economic development service at Cornwall Council and has specifi c responsibility for low carbon economic development through the Convergence Programme for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Ruth previously worked in Whitehall as a policy advisor for the UK Government’s Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC), and as a higher scientifi c offi cer for the Food Standards Agency.

Ruth is originally from Falmouth, and is passionate about Cornwall’s unique opportunity to harness its extraordinary natural resources and spirit of innovation to develop a truly green economy.

Paul Francis Bright

Chief Executive of Cornwall Sustainable Building Trust, Sustain Cornwall Ltd and SW-EcowarehousePaul is a master carpenter and has spent more than two decades running his own construction, renovation and purpose made joinery companies. Paul set up and got charitable status for the Cornwall Sustainable Building Trust (CSBT) following a feasibility study into the need for a sustainable building organisation in Cornwall. He is a qualifi ed FE teacher and delivers many of the Trust’s training courses and is a visiting lecturer at both FE and HE institutions; he is also a BRE trained EcoHomes and Code for Sustainable Homes assessor. In 2009 Paul won the SW Constructing Excellence and CIOB Achievers Award.

Jessie Burgess

Senior Environment Planning Offi cer, The Environment Agency Senior Environment Planning Offi cer for the Environment Agency in Devon and Cornwall. Jessie is an area account manager for hydropower covering all related permissions required from the Environment Agency. She is also responsible for water resource planning and compliance in Devon and

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Cornwall. Jessie has a broad knowledge of environmental regulation having worked here with the Environment Agency for almost 14 years.

Jake Burnyeat

Director, Green Trust CICJake is a renewable energy professional with eight years experience covering: project development, business start-up and management, transaction support and due diligence, and strategy development and implementation. He is now applying his commercial knowledge and experience to the development and delivery of commercially fundable and scalable business models for community energy powered towns, parishes and cities.

Adam Carlyon

Development Offi cer, Cornwall CouncilAdam graduated from the University of the West of England in 2009 with a Masters in planning, and currently works as a Development Offi cer at Cornwall Council within the Strategic Development Management team. Since joining the team in September 2011, he has predominantly been involved with renewable energy developments of diff erent scales at the pre-application, EIA screening and planning application stages. During this period, Adam has assisted in the delivery of several community benefi t

packages from renewable energy developments and has, therefore, become increasingly familiar with the processes involved at each stage. Such developments include single wind turbines over 50 metres in height and a 3MW solar PV farm.

Caroline Carroll,

Development Offi cer, Cornwall CouncilCaroline is part of the Planning delivery team at Cornwall Council. She is mid way through a Masters in Energy Policy with the University of Exeter, after studying Renewable Energy Technologies and Environmental Resource Management.After joining Planning in 2009, Caroline delivered the department’s travel plan and is currently managing the Leadership for Energy Action and Planning project. This focuses on the key role of local authorities in meeting energy and emission targets through eff ective leadership. This includes amongst other things the production of a sustainable energy action plan, outlining how the Council, through actions will meet energy and emission targets by 2020.

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Ellis Crompton-Brown

Senior Development Offi cer, Cornwall CouncilEllis is a senior development offi cer within the strategic development management team dealing with planning applications for major developments in Cornwall. Following six years in the RAF Police, Ellis started in local authority as a planning enforcement offi cer in 1992 and moved on to deal with planning applications ten years ago. Although having done brief spells in the past as a travel agent, butcher, lorry driver and driving instructor, it now appears that he may have settled on a career. Ellis has a degree in Environmental Studies from the OU and in his free time in between separating his squabbling children and trying to keep the walls of his house from falling down he enjoys sitting down and doing nothing!

Peter Connor

Senior Lecturer in Renewable Energy, University of ExeterPeter’s research interests include regulation and policy relating to the industrial development of marine renewable energy. He also researches renewable electricity and heat policies, and considers the impacts of policy on the effi cient fi nancing of new renewable energy deployment and in regard of strategic development of new

industrial and employment opportunities. He is currently working on the development of scenarios for UK smart grid development up to 2050 for the UK Energy Research Centre.Peter is also programme leader of the UKs longest running undergraduate programme producing specialist renewable energy engineers.

Ben Cosh

Managing Director, TCG RenewablesBen Cosh set up TGC in 2006, after many years working on policy and technology projects in Whitehall. TGC has become one of the UKs leading independent solar and wind companies; with 25MW of solar farms successfully developed across seven sites, over 100 operational wind turbines, and a pipeline of a further 120 projects.

Chris Daly

Strategic Development Management, Cornwall CouncilChris is a group leader for the newly formed strategic development management team for Cornwall Council, and leads a team of senior and principal planning offi cers responsible for handling planning applications for all major developments in the county. Chris’ particular area of expertise lies within the minerals, waste and renewable energy planning sector.

Chris studied Town Planning and the Environment at post graduate level at Manchester, following a degree in Physical Geography at the University of Wales Aberystwyth. Chris has been involved in local government planning for over thirteen years; fi rst starting at Somerset County Council before moving to Cornwall County Council, now Cornwall Council. He has also a member of the Royal Town Planning Institute. Chris has lived in the south west since the late 1990s.

John Deane

Environmental Resource Manager with Langage AD John has a FdSc in Marine Environmental Management from Falmouth Marine School and a subsequent degree in Environmental Science from Plymouth University. For the past two years John has been working as a KTP associate for Plymouth University and Langage Farm on the newly built and commissioned 20,000 t/a anaerobic digestion plant. His on site duties involve bio-chemical management of the system, dealing with the regulatory burden, quality management and effl uent management. Prior to joining Langage in 2010 John managed Rawnsley Woodland Products in Roche, a sustainable sawmill, implementing best working practice and streamlining operations on site.

Jon d’Este-Hoare

Fund Manager,The FSE GroupJon joined the FSE Group in March 2012 to manage the Community Generation Fund, a fund which lends to renewable energy projects that deliver demonstrable community benefi ts alongside a reduction in carbon emissions. Jon has considerable experience of community carbon reduction activity through his previous role with BRE where he was leader of the environmental markets team. Jon has a BSc from the School of Environmental Science at the University of East Anglia and an MSc in Design for Sustainability from Cranfi eld University.

David Edmondson

Strategic Development Team Manager, Cornwall CouncilDavid is the strategic development team manager for Cornwall. David is also currently the Chair of the Royal Town Planning Institute South West (RTPI) and has been a member of the Institute for over 18 years. He has worked in both the public and private sectors in several local authority development management and planning policy sections and in the early days in a private architectural practice. He has a passion for renewable energy and for sustainable design and construction and Chairs the Board of the Cornwall Sustainable Building Trust (CSBT).

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Bob Egerton

Cornwall Councillor, Probus DivisionBob was elected to Cornwall Council in 2009, standing as an independent candidate with a strong environmental and renewable energy focus in his campaign. Since the election, he has continued to promote renewable energy projects, supporting planning applications for wind turbines schemes from 50kw to 4MW. Bob has carried out surveys of residents’ opinions in his area and, for the Garlenick project, he undertook a full referendum of all residents in the parish. He has found a consistent majority of residents supporting these projects. He thinks that developers need to invest more time and eff ort in garnering local support rather than fi ghting objectors.

Neil Farrington

Sustainable Energy Projects Manager, Community Energy PlusNeil is the Sustainable Energy Projects Manager at Community Energy Plus – the Cornish social enterprise which provides services for householders, communities and businesses to reduce their energy use and harness the potential of renewable energy resources. Neil played an instrumental role in the development of Community Power Cornwall, the pioneering co-operative venture to develop small and medium scale community owned

renewable energy installations in communities across Cornwall, which completed its fi rst share issue and installed its fi rst two wind turbines in the village of Gorran in October 2011.

Steve Ford

Green Cornwall Programme Manager, Cornwall CouncilSteve is involved providing management in the Council’s aspirations for reducing its own carbon footprint, and also how it engages with communities and the private sector to reduce Cornwall’s greenhouse gases and increase renewable energy production. He previously worked in Cape Town, South Africa, where he co-founded an NGO in a township called Imizamo Yethu helping township residents get employment and training opportunities. This followed on from a year’s voluntary work for a political advocacy group called IDASA in Cape Town. He also has a PhD in South African democracy from the universities of Birmingham and Cape Town, which followed on from previous studies at Masters level on the political developments in Northern Ireland that led to the Good Friday agreement.

Professor Stephen Frankel

Chairman, Wadebridge Renewable Energy NetworkStephen is the Chair of the Wadebridge Renewable Energy Network (WREN). He has an academic background in epidemiology, public health and anthropology, is a member of Greg Barker’s (DECC Minister) Community Energy Contact Group, and has appointments at the Universities of Bristol and Exeter. The WREN programme is described onwww.wren.uk.com

Julian German

Cabinet Member for Localism, Sustainability and Devolution / Esel an Kabinet rag Leelieth, Sostenadewder ha Digresennans, Cornwall CouncilJulian is a 36 year old family man from a private sector background with an MSc from Edinburgh and a BA Hons from Hull. He is the Independent Cornwall Councillor for the Roseland electoral division and is the Cabinet Member for Localism, Sustainability and Devolution. He is also a Bard of the Cornish Gorseth for his profi ciency in the Cornish language.Julian’s responsibilities include; community networks, localism, devolution, local council

relations, Green Cornwall, eco-communities, Cornwall in Bloom, the World Heritage Site. On a personal level, Julian German is a trustee of the Radford Trust (which provides grants and loans of instruments for promising young musicians in Cornwall), St Just in Roseland Institute and Cory Environmental Trust (Carrick and Kerrier).

Kate Henderson

TCPA Chief ExecutiveKate joined the TCPA in early 2007 and was appointed Chief Executive in 2010. She has raised the TCPA’s profi le through a range of campaigns and policy initiatives, including chairing the TCPA-led Garden Cities and Suburbs Expert Group and the Eco-Development Group. Kate is a member of the Government’s 2016 Taskforce and Neighbourhood Planning Sounding Board, she has been on the Energy Institute London and Home Counties Committee since 2006 and she is currently a commissioner on the Independent Commission on the Future of Council Housing in Southwark. Kate regularly speaks at conferences and writes for trade publications and journals.

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Chris Hines MBEA Grain of SandCo-founder and director of Surfers Against Sewage from 1990 till 2000. Regarded as “some of the Government’s most sophisticated environmental critics” by the BBC the SAS helped deliver massive environmental improvements. Chris was then Sustainability Director at the Eden Project for 5 years. He’s given evidence to House of Lords and Commons Select Committees, the European Commission, been a special advisor to the Minister for the Environment and appeared on media from BBC World Service to Panorama. In 2008 he was awarded an MBE for “services to the environment”. He Chairs the Scottish Energy and Environment Conference.

Matt Hodson

Business Development Manager, Mojo MarineMatt is the Business Development Manager for Mojo Maritime, responsible for leading Mojo Maritime’s commercial team as well as providing marine operations input into on-going projects. Matt is a Master Mariner with nearly twenty fi ve years’ experience in the marine industry encompassing a wide variety of shipping trades, port management and now the marine renewables sector. He was Deputy Harbour Master for Fowey from 2000 to 2011.

Birgit HöntzschDipl-Ing CMLIChartered Senior Landscape Architect, CEC Birgit trained as a landscape architect in Berlin, Germany, completing her post-graduate qualifi cation in 1998. Her professional career started at Wirth & Birkenbeul where she conducted environmental impact assessments for supermarkets. She moved to Great Britain in 1999, working for Barton Willmore Partnership in Reading and Gillespies in Oxford, before relocating to Cornwall in 2004, where she joined CEC Ltd.Her interest has focussed on landscape planning and assessment, specialising in LVIA and green infrastructure. Birgit has a strong interest in incorporating sustainability and biodiversity gains into development.She has developed CEC landscape’s capabilities to service the renewable energy sector as well as promoting our traditional landscape architectural services.

Hugo House

Head of Development,Good EnergyHugo House is the head of Development at Good Energy, the UKs only dedicated 100% renewable electricity supplier.Moving from a career in broadcast media, Hugo joined Good Energy and entered the renewables industry in 2005. A key area of Hugo’s expertise is the Feed-in Tariff (FIT), having designed and brought to market Good Energy’s FIT services for large and small generators. Good Energy now services almost 40,000 FIT customers. And in his current role Hugo heads Good Energy’s development team that is responsible for delivering in excess of 50MW of new renewable capacity though wind, solar and small hydro projects.

Merlin Hyman

Chief ExecutiveMerlin has led RegenSW’s successful transition from public funding to an independent centre of expertise in renewable energy driving forward ground-breaking projects that demonstrate what can be achieved and unlock new investment in the sector. Merlin was previously director of the Environmental Industries Commission (EIC), where he championed the views of the environmental technology

and services industry to the government. He helped lead the debate about how to ensure that British companies succeed in the rapidly growing worldwide market for low-carbon products and services. Merlin holds an MSc from Lancaster University in European Environmental Policy, and an Honours Degree from the University of Bristol.

Tim Jones

Acting Chief Executive of Community Energy Plus and the social enterprise’s commercial trading arm Low Carbon FuturesTim Jones has over 20 years of experience in charity administration and management. He is leading Community Energy Plus’s major expansion of support for community-owned renewable energy projects; developing models that will broaden householder access to renewable technologies, and assisting small and medium-sized business reduce their energy needs.A Member of the Institute of Leadership and Management (MInstLM), Tim has a PhD in Political Science, an MSc in Social Research and a BSc (Hons) in Politics.


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Jonathan Kearsley

Managing Director,Mi-Grid LtdJonathan Kearsley is the Managing Director of Mi-Grid Limited and with his team of experts carries out feasibility, planning the procurement for wind turbines in Cornwall and Devon. Jonathan is also the proud owner of an Endurance wind turbine based at his business park, Trevissome Park - alongside the A30 near Truro. Jonathan’s passion is to see wind turbines off er greater community benefi ts and where possible a degree of community ownership. Jonathan studied Ocean Science at Plymouth which has led him to understand the impacts of global warming and the disastrous eff ect it will have on our environment if we do not reduce our CO2 emissions.

Captain Mark Killingback

Harbour Master,Truro and Penryn Mark was appointed Deputy Harbour Master Falmouth in April 2001 and Harbour Master Truro and Penryn in May 2010. He qualifi ed as a Master Mariner in 1998 and served on a variety of vessels at sea. He has signifi cant experience of the vessels supporting the oil and gas industry. Mark’s last seafaring job was Mate/Master with Sail Training Association and he sailed in command of schooners Malcolm Miller and Sir Winston Churchill.

Mark is also Secretary of the South West Regional Ports Association.

Adrian Lea

Planning Delivery Manager, Cornwall CouncilAdrian studied planning at Manchester, quarrying at Doncaster and waste management at Leeds. He has over twenty years planning experience, particularly relating to minerals, waste and energy, and is a member of the Royal Town Planning Institute and the Chartered Institution of Waste Management and a fellow of the Institute of Quarrying. Following local government re-organisation in Cornwall in April 2009 Adrian was employed by Cornwall Council as the manager of the natural resources planning team. This Team is responsible for minerals, waste and energy planning throughout Cornwall and dealt with many planning applications for wind farms, solar farms and geothermal power stations.Adrian’s role has recently changed and he is now employed as a planning delivery manager, responsible for facilitating the delivery of major projects throughout Cornwall.

Phil Mason

Head of Planning and Regeneration, Cornwall CouncilPhil is responsible for all planning and building regulation applications submitted to the Council. He is also responsible for the Council’s Housing Strategy and other Housing Services. He has held this position for over three years since the inception of the Council. He is a member of the Royal Town Planning Institute. He is leading on the proposals for new eco communities in the St Austell and China Clay area having begun this work as Director of Regeneration and Deputy Chief Executive at the former Restormel Borough Council. This work includes support for a National Solar Centre. Phil is keen to see the implementation of appropriate renewable energy developments, he regards community support and community benefi t as essential for these to be welcome in Cornwall. Phil wants renewable energy to support enterprise and the economy of Cornwall.

Paul McCloghrie

Department of Energy and Climate ChangePaul McCloghrie began his career as a marine scientist using computer models to simulate the circulation of UK shelf seas, and the impact of climate change and human activity on the marine environment. Paul has worked in a variety of

environmental research roles from investigating sonar performance for NATO to looking at how prevailing currents can transport marine pollution across national boundaries.Paul began working in UK central government in 2007 for the Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Aff airs looking at the role scientifi c advice plays in policy making. Paul now works for the Department of Energy and Climate Change and heads up the team at DECC responsible for Wave, Tidal and Hydro power.

Dan Nicholls

Principal Development Offi cer, Cornwall CouncilWith a background in planning, environmental conservation and the marine surveying industry, Dan is now a member of Cornwall Council’s natural resources planning policy team. At a time when interest in renewable energy has never been higher the team has developed a Cornwall-wide dedicated planning approach to the sector that is unique in the UK.Having grown up in Cornwall Dan studied Marine Geography at Cardiff and holds a Masters in Town and Country Planning. Dan describes himself as a pragmatic environmentalist, having worked for the oil and gas industry, campaigned for environmental conservation groups and now undertaking a proactive role in support of the renewable and low carbon energy sector.


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Ray Noble

Solar BIPVRay Noble has over 25 years of experience in solar PV, originally at Arup, then BP Solar and now runs a Consultancy, Solar BIPV.Ray has worked closely with the EU and UK Governments in the development of the solar industry and is presently involved in the UK FIT, ROC and solar being added to the renewable energy roadmap. Ray is presently working with Cornwall Council and BRE in developing the National Solar Centre in Cornwall.

Ruth Ormella

Planning Delivery Manager, Cornwall CouncilRuth is the strategic lead for the eco-communities programme and champions a range of delivery projects. Her role includes partnership manager for the BRE/CC Partnership and internal National Solar Centre lead. As programme manager, Ruth is delivering £13m of public investment into the St Austell, St Blazey and China Clay Regeneration Area.Ruth is an environmental planner, and prior to work with Cornwall Council in 2006 her career included 15 years of public and private sector roles in New South Wales Australia. Ruth has had a signifi cant part in delivering include major road schemes, housing developments, intensive agriculture, minerals extraction and telecommunications infrastructure.

Brian Pocock

Gwithian Residents AssociationHaving been born in Scotland but lived and worked around the UK – and especially Cornwall, here seemed a natural place to settle my family, pedigree cattle and establish my food consulting business. One of my better decisions, as the location, culture, people and place can’t be beaten. Gwithian Residents’ Association has a feisty history of supporting local community activities – a Light For Life Christmas village lights – is a good example – and opposing a possible Gwithian site for a nuclear power station is another. Involved people make for a great community - and Gwinear Gwithian has what it takes in abundance so a natural place to innovate a scheme for a Sustainable Community Fund - true embodiment of onen hag oll.

Chris Pomfret

Chairperson, Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Enterprise PartnershipChris has been Chairperson of the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) since April 2011 when it was launched. Private sector led, the LEP is a partnership between the private and public sectors and is responsible for driving the economic strategy for the area, determining local priorities and undertaking activities to drive growth and the creation of local jobs. The

LEP has recently published their eight year strategy, ‘The Natural Place to Grow Great Business’. Chris, who lives near Port Isaac, has a wealth of experience of working in business and industry, including senior executive roles at Unilever and a current position on the board of the Food Standards Agency. During his career he has worked in a number of marketing and wider management roles on a global, regional and national basis, including the business director responsible for the Birds Eye business in the UK with a retail value of over £700 million. Chris also tutors at Cambridge University on sustainable development leadership.

Sarah Prosser

Editor, Local-EyesVice Chair of Wadebridge Chamber of CommerceSarah has worked in the advertising and marketing industry for 25 years and was previously a director at one of the South West’s leading advertising agencies. She now works as a freelance marketing consultant and publishes a successful local community magazine. As Vice Chair of the Wadebridge Chamber of Commerce, Sarah is actively involved in the promotion and development of Wadebridge. With a keen personal interest in sustainability and green living, Sarah is working with WREN (Wadebridge Renewable Energy Network) to help promote and position Wadebridge as one of the leading low carbon towns in the South West.

Mike Reynolds

Port Operations Director., A&P Group LtdJoined the A&P Group at Falmouth in 1996 as Port Operations Manager from the Port of Tilbury, where he had worked for the Conventional Cargo Division. One of his key roles is to deliver future plans for dredging the port and improving the facilities in conjunction with the public authorities. Mike was a Falmouth Harbour Commissioner from 2000 to 2009 and is currently a Director of Cornwall Marine Network and the Dracaena Community Centre. He is the LEPs and A&Ps representative on the SWMEP Steering Board.Educated at King Edward VI School Totnes, Lancaster University, RMA Sandhurst and served for seven years in the Devonshire and Dorset Regiment.

Dean Robson

Managing Director, Cleanearth Energy LtdDean founded Cleanearth Energy in 2010 to provide a complete renewable energy service, bringing exceptional value and expertise across a range of renewable technologies including wind, biomass, solar PV and thermal – serving the domestic, commercial and public sectors. In addition to design and installation, Cleanearth manage all associated bureaucracy including


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planning, grid connection and incentive applications.Dean returned to Cornwall with his family in 2008 after working abroad for several years. On his return to the UK, Dean launched Cleanearth. “The FIT and RHI have changed the market for renewable energy forever. Once the domain of the committed few, renewable energy is now an accessible energy for the majority”. In a short time, Cleanearth has proven itself to be one of the South West’s leading companies in this fi eld.

Dr Sandra Rothwell

Head of Economic Development, Cornwall CouncilSandra is the chief economic advisor to the Council and also leads Cornwall’s culture agenda. She manages the contractual relationships with Newquay Cornwall Airport, the Cornwall Development Company and the South West Brussels Offi ce. She is the Council’s lead offi cer for the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Enterprise Partnership and leads the Council’s engagement in the €500m Convergence Programme.Previously Sandra has worked as the head of regeneration for the South West Regional Development Agency in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, which followed a position as the South West regional lead for sustainable growth within the Agency.Her background also covers delivery of EU and National programmes in other UK areas (West Midlands and Wales) as well as in Finland, Denmark and Hungary. She has experience of working for the public, private and voluntary sectors.

Peter Rugg

Principal Development Offi cer, Cornwall CouncilPeter started his career after graduating from Oxford Brookes as a transport planner working in London on the light railway project and other docklands schemes.After moving to Cornwall Peter became a senior development control offi cer at the former Carrick District Council. Interested in town centre management Peter became Falmouth Town Centre Manager and then moved on to the CPR Urban Regeneration Company and helped develop the energy strategy. This lead to a secondment opportunity with Cornwall Sustainable Energy Partnership where he developed the potential of a district heat network in Pool. Peter moved to Cornwall Council and worked within the green Cornwall team and most recently with the natural resources team were he has produced a number of planning guidance notes for renewable energy technologies.

Adrian Rundle

BarclaysAdrian has been with Barclays for over 14 years and in that time has held a number of senior positions. Adrian joined the corporate team in 2005 and is the Senior Relationship Director for agribusiness in Devon and Cornwall. Adrian has a wealth of agricultural experience having grown up on a Cornish family farm.

Haydn Scholes

Director, Wardell Armstrong International LimitedHaydn Scholes has been involved in renewable energy for over 30 years. Initially in geothermal energy research as part of the Camborne School of Mines Hot Dry Rock project,he subsequently managed CSMA Consultants Ltd’s renewable energy business, expanding into other technologies, including wind, biomass, hydro, wave, tidal, solar and energy from waste. CSMA Consultants Ltd was acquired by Wardell Armstrong in 1999 and renamed Wardell Armstrong International Ltd. More recently, Haydn’s role has been business development, project management and policy development. He has renewable energy experience in the UK, Europe, USA and Eastern Europe. He is a co-author of the Renewable Energy Strategy for the South West, REvision2010, REvision2020 and a founding director of Regen SW.

Lionel Shelley

Cornwall Association of Local CouncilsOriginally trained as a commercial surveyor, Lionel subsequently obtained postgraduate diplomas in both Town Planning and Property Investment. Over the past 30 years, Lionel has worked in local authority as an estates surveyor, and with commercial development companies

managing the construction of industrial and retail sites. More recently he has worked as a development and planning advisor for multi-national groups and Investment banks.He was a founder member of Maida Vale Residents association in Westminster, and since returning to live in his home county of Cornwall, has been involved in town and parish issues including renewable energy advice.He is an Exec Committee Member of CALC, responsible for planning and environmental issues, and Vice Chair of a Parish Council, and the North Cornwall Group of Councils. He also is a member of a RICS / DCLG liaison group on neighborhood planning.

Dr. Matthew Trewhella

Independent EnergyMatthew has a PhD in Astrophysics and spent three years working for NASA in California where he modelled the light and heat energy transport through external spiral galaxies. Since May 2000, he has been applying these skills to renewable energy system design. His company, Independent Energy, has installed over 500 renewable energy systems in Cornwall including domestic and commercial solar PV, wind turbines, solar thermal hot water, heat pumps, biomass and integrated heating systems.


Nick Tune

Director, BRE Wales and South WestNick established the BRE offi ce in Wales in 2005, providing the BRE cutting edge research and consultancy services tailored to delivering low energy/sustainable buildings in Wales. We have grown to a staff of 15 consultants specialising in thermal modelling, energy assessment, renewable energy, natural materials in construction, timber for biofuels, low energy design, and passivhaus. BRE Wales and South West also has two research institutes at Cardiff University specialising in sustainable design and engineering. In Cornwall, BRE South West has been working with the Cornwall Council on a variety of retrofi t and sustainability projects, including a Green Deal pilot in Penwithick, the use of local materials in Cornish construction projects and setting up the National Solar Centre. Additionally Nick has recently been appointed CEO for BRE Canada.

Angus Vantoch-Wood

Researcher, University of ExeterAngus Vantoch-Wood is a researcher in marine energy policy at the University of Exeter. As well as working on the MERiFIC project he is currently also fi nishing off his PhD thesis which focuses on validating metrics of

innovation that are used to assess successful growth within the emerging UK wave energy sector. He is also heavily involved with the promotion and facilitation of international collaboration within the off shore renewable sector, having recently spent two years working for the International Network on Off shore Renewable Energy, one of which was as its Chairperson.

Paul Vaughan

Polperro United Renewable Energy LtdPaul is a retired company director, who moved to Cornwall in 2009 to project manage a self build home at Polperro, in south east Cornwall.Following a successful grant application December 2011 to LEAF ( Local Energy Assessment Fund), Paul helped establish PURE ( Polperro United Renewable Energy Ltd). PURE has undertaken two key feasibility studies on Lansallos Parish to determine both housing stock assessment modelling, and housing and renewable energy studies. A business model has been developed also, and a series of community engagement sessions delivered to 31/3/2012. The group is in the process of investigating specifi c potential renewable sites in the parish identifi ed within the feasibility studies.

Christine Wharton

FREE FoweyChristine’s fi rst four years were spent in Launceston, but she grew up in a sheltered estuarine Welsh village. After

graduating from the Cardiff University, she trained as a journalist on local papers in South Wales before “emigrating” to the bright lights of Fleet Street. While freelancing for several national newspapers in the late 1980s, she saw the global warming story emerge, then watched for 20 years as the jigsaw of climate change was pieced together. She returned to Cornwall in 2003, volunteered to help create Fowey’s Parish Plan, joined the town’s Forum and, in December 2010, became chair of FREE Fowey, which aims to create community-owned renewable energy for the benefi t of the community.

Gage Williams

Chairman West Country Renewables LtdGage was instrumental in the setting up the Renewable Energy Offi ce for Cornwall (REOC) where he has been a director advising on renewable projects since 2000. In 2010, he founded West Country Renewables Ltd to invest in renewable energy projects primarily in Cornwall. The company now owns three 50kW solar PV arrays (two of these are joint ventures) and three Gaia 133 wind-turbines and is now raising additional funding for further projects. He is a graduate of Sandhurst, Cambridge – where he graduated with an MA in Geography, the Royal Military College of Science, the Army, Navy and Higher Command Staff Colleges and Manchester Business School.

Hazel Williams

Senior analyst, Regen SWHazel is responsible for developing and delivering research on sustainable energy markets and technology. She provides analytical support across Regen SW’s work streams to team members and projects as required. Hazel joined Regen SW from the South West Regional Assembly, where she worked on the development of the region’s climate change action plan. Hazel holds a fi rst class honours degree in Management with French and an MSc in International Development.

Peter Wonnacott

Planning ConsultantPeter is from Bude and was involved as an District councillor with the approval of the Delabole Windfarm in the late 1980s/early 90s.All aspects of planning are covered including renewable energy projects. Acting as agent for Otterham windfarm which has recently fi nally been granted planning consent.Acted as lead coordinator / agent for the biomass project at Dairycrest, Davidstow. Currently involved as agent in a number of wind turbine projects - including large single turbine projects and smaller domestic turbines - and some domestic solar projects. The larger turbines are now beginning to involve the local communities through the payment of funds to the relevant parish councils - for them to use for the benefi t of their local communities. Have been involved in discussions regarding the way in which these payments can be calculated and made.

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Richard HughesNational Partnerships Manager07789 570070


Jim Wood

Project Developer, REG WindpowerJim is a Chartered Landscape Architect (BSc (Hons) MLA, MLI) and has specialised in the design, development and assessment of wind farms since 2000. Jim was a director of landscape consultancy Lovejoy and subsequently Capita Lovejoy. He has been involved in the development, assessment and consenting of a number of the largest wind farms in the UK, and has worked extensively at all stages of wind farm development and particularly the co-ordination of design and project management of environmental impact assessment.

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Garlenick EstateWe are proud to have successfully secured consent for two wind turbines at Garlenick Estate, roughly midway between St Austell and Truro. The Estate covers approximately 100 hectares of land, with several farm buildings and a large family home.

2 x 100m wind turbines

Over £240,000 promised in community benefit monies

Generating around 8,200,000 kWh (units) of electricity each year, equivalent to the average annual needs of up to 2,000 homes (based on average household consumption of 4,148 kWh, DECC 2010)

It had long been an aspiration of the landowner to site a wind energy scheme on his land, so when Airvolution Energy approached him about hosting two new wind turbines on his land in May 2010, he was keen to explore the possibilities.

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We are also proud to have been included as a case study in the Cornwall Council’s Planning Guidance Note on developing onshore wind turbines. With our consultants Savills, we worked alongside the Local Authority and community representatives to carefully site the two turbines to reduce the visual impact on the landscape and on listed buildings in the area.

Site identified April 2010

November 2010

April 2011

September 2011

early 2013

Commercial terms agreed with landownerPlanning application submitted to Cornwall CouncilPlanning consent grantedForecast for build

The development of onshore

wind turbines

Renewable Energy Planning Guidance Note 3

Visualisation of the Garlenick wind turbines.

About UsWe develop, construct and operate small onshore wind projects across the UK. Our wind turbines are designed as local projects, where electricity generated can be used directly by a nearby industrial user within the local distribution network as well as being fed into the national grid.

We have the focus of a specialist team with local knowledge, technical experience and have a track record of successful projects, backed by significant capital.

www.airvolutionenergy.com

We are a subsidiary of Electricity Supply Board (ESB), Ireland’s premier electricity utility, and deliver wind projects in partnership with Savills.

For more information contact:

Rad Hart-GeorgeSenior Development ManagerT +44 (0) 20 30 30 50 66M +44 (0) 7921 617 072F +44 (0) 20 30 30 50 70E [email protected]

Contact us at [email protected] or phone 0300 3031722or write to FREEPOST AV ENERGY (no stamp required).

We pay competitive rental fees to our Landowners.

We make a commitment to move good projects forward quickly. Equally, we will notify at the earliest stage possible if we think a project is unfeasible.

We commit to genuine community consultation where everyone has the opportunity to be included and have their say.

We promise to be a good neighbour and deliver a community fund worth £3,000 per MW per year. For example, a single 2MW turbine would provide £6,000 per year for worthwhile community projects.

We can conduct an initial feasibility assessment with some basic information. Ideally you could provide a map marking your land boundary, but we can also work with a grid reference or postcode initially. We will undertake an assessment at no cost to you, or any obligation to continue.

Talk to us about unlocking the potential of your land


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Aardvark EM Ltd Aardvark EM Limited is a cutting edge environment based business providing management and consultancy services to the built and natural environment. Our specialism is combining our technical knowledge and innovation with extensive practical and commercial experience.Established in the UK in the 1997 the company has grown through strategic development into a highly skilled consultancy employing 14 staff .Aardvark operates as a specialist in the property, infrastructure, environment, energy, industrial and management sectors providing a full range of services from planning through to design, implementation and maintenance.Thanks to our multi-disciplinary capability, Aardvark can off er fully-integrated delivery teams to local and global clients. We have a strong commitment to local business development and sustainability in all of the countries where we operate.With a proven track record of major project delivery for our clients, Aardvark has established a world-class client base and enjoys a high level of repeat business. Clients include government departments and agencies, leading private and public sector organisations and major plcs. We work in partnership with our clients, and are able to bring knowledge, commitment, integrity and innovation to any project.Nick Leaney or Stef Dua

[email protected]

Suite 2, Higher Ford, Wiveliscombe,

Somerset TA4 2RL

01984 624989

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Ardenham Energy Ardenham Energy is a nationwide installer of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels, ground and air source heat pumps, solar thermal and wind turbines.Founded in 2007, Ardenham Energy was the fi rst company in the UK to be awarded MCS accreditation and has since carried out over 1500 renewable energy installations of solar PV panels, heat pumps and solar thermal systems.Ardenham Energy off ers a complete service for the design, supply and installation of photovoltaic

solar panels, heat pumps, solar thermal and wind turbines throughout the UK for homeowners, farmers & landowners, developers, M&E contractors and architects.At Ardenham Energy we off er a full design and installation service across the country, with sales offi ces in the South, South West, Midlands, East Anglia and the North. Specialising in “bespoke” solutions as opposed to standardised solar photovoltaic off erings, our experience and technology means that we are able to install solar PV panels where many other photovoltaic panels providers would consider too diffi cult.Ardenham are there for architects working with local authorities, engineers looking to lower carbon emissions, as well as homeowners wishing to save money and help the environment by switching them to renewable energy alternatives such as solar PV panels and heat pumps.Yvette Langham

[email protected]

The Net Loft, The Moors, Porthleven TR13 9JX

07872996814

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ATASS Energy ATASS Energy specialise in the supply, design and installation of renewable energy technologies and energy effi ciency measures. We are fully certifi ed Microgeneration Certifi cation Scheme installers (MCS Number: ELC54377), ensuring that the installation meets with the highest standards.ATASS Energy are also members of the REAL Assurance scheme. This means that we have to follow a strict code of conduct, which protects the interests of consumers, and assures that we do business in a fair, honest and professional manner at all times.We also use only MCS approved products, which have been vigorously tested to meet high standards, and will allow entry into any government grant / fi nancial incentive schemes i.e. Feed-in-Tariff (FIT) scheme for solar photovoltaics (PV).We are known as a reliable, quality assured and dedicated company with a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.Andy Hooper, [email protected]

Unit 3, Orchard Court, Heron Road, Sowton

Industrial Estate, Exeter, Devon EX2 7LL

0800 634 6428


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BarclaysBarclays is a major global fi nancial services provider engaged in retail banking, credit cards, corporate and investment banking and wealth management with an extensive international presence in Europe, the Americas, Africa and Asia. With over 300 years of history and expertise in banking, Barclays operates in over 50 countries and employs over 140,000 people. Barclays moves, lends, invests and protects money for customers and clients worldwide.Tel: +44 (0) 07917270977

Email: [email protected]

Barclays Bank, 20 lemon street, Truro,

Cornwall TR1 2NB

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BeGreen Camelford The BeGreen Camelford Energy Advice Centre will be revealing plans for a renewable energy project on Davidstow Moor, near Camelford. Attendance at the Show and the display of potential plans is part of the consultation process with the local community, to gather comments and feedback on the proposals being developed.BeGreen Camelford will present diff erent wind farm options to the local community at the Cornwall Renewable Energy Show (CRES) each with a guide as to community benefi ts that could be gained through each proposal.Visitors will have the opportunity to indicate their preference on a design option, ask questions about the proposals and leave their comments, which will be considered during the pre-planning stage of the wind farm development process.The BeGreen Energy Advice Centre opened in Camelford in March 2008 and has helped members of the local community with free advice on energy saving, carbon reduction, renewable energy and has provided free low energy bulbs as well as grants for loft and wall cavity insulation to a large number of residents. BeGreen Camelford also provides a free recycling facility for batteries, low energy light bulbsAlex Ward

[email protected]

01594 546123 / 0793 628 3550

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Bee Green Energy Limited Bee Green Energy Limited is a dynamic company which is uniquely placed to develop and manage renewable energy projects over their whole lifespan. We have a desire to deliver projects that will help address climate change and build energy resilience. We are all about acting in a bold manner, delivering real benefi ts at a scale that can make a diff erence. We are self-fi nanced, which enables us to realise projects quickly, and to off er a strong and dependable commitment to our landowners.We are actively engaging with both landowners and major energy users in England, Scotland and Wales with a view to developing and installing wind farms across the UK. The Carlson Suite, Vantage Point Business

Village, Mitcheldean, Gloucestershire GL17 0DD

Tel: 01594 546123

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British GasBritish Gas are working closely with local authorities and housing associations to help reduce carbon emissions and improve the fuel effi ciency of social housing and public buildings. We have unique experience installing and maintaining the full range of new and emerging technologies. As the largest provider of energy supplier funding, we are also responsible for delivering around one third of the entire carbon savings from home energy effi ciency improvements across the country.As a result, British Gas is uniquely positioned to provide innovative solutions to the pressing problems of carbon reduction and rising fuel bills. We look forward to exploring the opportunities and understanding how British Gas can develop a tailored solution for your community.British Gas Community Energy

The Causeway, Staines TW18 3BY

07769 546 224

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British HydropowerAssociation The British Hydropower Association (BHA) is the professional trade body representing the interests of the UK hydropower industry and its associated stakeholders in the wider community, at Regional, National and Global levels.Our vision is translates into the following aims and objectives:• Eff ective lobbying and liaison with key decision-

makers in government and other agencies• Co-ordination of events and creation of

networking and marketing opportunities for members

• Promotion of hydropower to government, fi nancial institutions and the general public in the UK and overseas

• Technical advice and information resource• Exporting opportunities for UK hydropower• Supporting and promoting the industryMembership of the BHA covers a wide range of hydro interests and expertise: design and consulting engineering in all disciplines, developers, contractors, generators, equipment manufacturers and suppliers, project managers, fi nanciers, insurers, operators and investors, and specialists in hydrology, fi sh protection and other services. We can therefore help to provide excellent supply chain solutions on a worldwide scale.The BHA promotes hydropower, the pioneer of renewable energy, both at home and abroad, increasing awareness of its quality and scope in the wider world. Hydropower is one of the most reliable, predictable and least environmentally intrusive of all renewable energies. We strive to ensure that its potential is realised.Ellan Long, [email protected]

Unit 6B, Manor Farm Business Centre, Gussage

St Michael, BH21 5HT

(0)1258 840934

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BREBuilding a better world together The BRE team of more than 600 people off ers expertise in virtually every aspect of the built environment. Based in Hertfordshire with regional facilities in Scotland and Wales and offi ces in Canada, China and India, we are united by a common goal to create better and more sustainable buildings, communities and businesses.

By combining over 90 years of accumulated knowledge with the ability to carry out wide ranging research, testing, certifi cation and training in superb facilities, we provide a unique resource to government, the private sector and international clients. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a charitable organisation representing interests across the built environment. The Trust uses the profi ts made by its companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment. The BRE Trust currently sponsors fi ve University Centres of Excellence in Strathclyde, Bath, Cardiff (x 2) and Edinburgh. To date the BRE Trust has awarded scholarships and bursaries to over 70 PhD and MSc students. In Cornwall, BRE Wales and South West has been working with the Cornwall Council on a variety of refurbishment and sustainability projects, including a Green Deal pilot in Penwithick, the use of local materials in Cornish construction projects and setting up the National Solar Centre.01792 630 107

www.bre.co.uk

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Business Cornwall Business Cornwall magazine is the only publication in Cornwall dedicated to the Duchy’s vibrant business sector.Published ten times a year, the magazine features news, views and interviews from a wide range of business sectors in Cornwall, from the environment and marine through to IT and tourism. All the very latest Cornish business news can also be accessed online as it breaks, with www.businesscornwall.co.uk off ering the fastest, most comprehensive and up to date business news service this side of the Tamar, as well as podcasts, video, and much, much more.Business Cornwall magazine was founded six years ago by independent Camborne-based publisher Tonick Business Publishing and has steadily grown to become the authoritative source for business news and information.And as a local company itself, Business Cornwall plays an active role in the Duchy’s business scene and is a patron of the Cornwall Chamber of Commerce.Tel: 01209 718688

www.businesscornwall.co.uk

[email protected]

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Capture Energy LtdRenewable Energy off ers land and homeowners a great return on investment. The experienced team at Capture Energy can design a solution to suit your site for all technologies including Wind Turbines, Biomass, Solar & Heat Pumps. Speak with us at the show to discuss your options. 01209 716861 Ex 300

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CARBOMAT UK CARBOMAT is a leading privately held European distributor of renewable energy products and solutions. The CARBOMAT Group has dedicated divisions focusing on the following areas - Photovoltaic Systems and Components, Lighting, Car-Ports and Charging Points, Heat Pumps / Micro Cogeneration Links & Wind Turbines. Our business approach is customer focused, technically orientated, friendly & fl exible - built around an extensive, high quality product portfolio developed with leading technology partners in the renewable energy sector. Visit CARBOMAT UK at the Cornwall Renewable Energy Show 2012, see the products and talk with the team who will happily discuss any Agricultural, Commercial or Domestic energy generation enquiries you may have. [email protected]

Carbomat UK, 3000 Hillswood Drive, Hillswood

Business Park, Chertsey, Surrey KT16 0RS

07977 301674

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Celtic Renewable Energy Celtic Renewable Energy is a long established local renewable energy installer with MCS accreditations for biomass, heat pumps, solar thermal and solar PV. Our service now also includes the installation of underfl oor heating or central heating where required.We have installed domestic and commercial renewable energy systems in Cornwall and the south west since 2001, and our installations can be seen in buildings such as Tavistock Police station, University of Exeter (Birks Hall of Residence), several National Trust properties and at numerous hotels, campsites, bed and breakfast accommodation and tourist attractions – including Newquay and Paignton Zoos, the Tarka Trail, Queen’s Hotel Penzance, Bedruthan House Hotel, Seascape Hotel (Polzeath), South West Lakes Trust (Roadford Lake) and many others. Our portfolio

of installations now includes examples fi tted with MID class 2 heat meters to confer eligibility for Renewable Heat Incentive payments. Celtic Renewable Energy Ltd,

The Shippon,Lanzion, Egloskerry,

Launceston PL15 8RZ

Tel 01566 781509 www.celticre.co.uk

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Cleanearth Cleanearth are based in Wadebridge and serve the whole of the South West and beyond. Since it was established in 2010, the business has rapidly expanded, mainly through referrals from satisfi ed customers, to establish itself as the one of the regions leading consultants and installers for renewable energy technologies be it solar PV and thermal, wind, biomass or heat pumps. With an in house team of expert engineers, surveyors and installers, we are here to guide you through the installation process and help you choose the most suitable renewable energy solution for you and your property.The Cleanearth ethos is to combine excellent technical and administrative skills with a uniquely comprehensive and competitive service. We will stay with you from planning through to applying for the FiT and RHI and if there is a problem post installation, we will be there to help without question.Our involvement is never complete until the installation is 100% functional, output is maximised and all the benefi ts to you are in place.Kerensa Beer-Robson

[email protected]

10b Palmers Way, Trenant Industrial Estate,

Wadebridge Pl27 6PB

01208 455028

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Clear about Carbon Government, policy makers and businesses are increasingly talking about a low carbon economy and reducing our carbon footprint, but what does that actually mean? What sizes are our individual footprints and how big is too big? What choices can we make to aff ect it? Nearly everything we do, buy or consume has a carbon cost yet most of us don’t think about that when we make our decisions. We know the relative cost of a cup of tea compared to a bottle of champagne, but how many of us could make the same judgement based on carbon


cost? Can we identify carbon bargains compared to carbon luxuries? When it comes to reducing our carbon emissions are we making the most eff ective choices? Are we spending too much time sweating the small things, like making sure our phone chargers aren’t left plugged in, whilst ignoring the impact of big things like insulating our homes or fl ying to sunnier climes every year? The new exhibit in the Core will lift the smog and make carbon much clearer and the question we ask is...You may be a smart shopper, but can you spot a carbon bargain?Come and explore what’s hot and what’s not in a low carbon world with our new exhibit…. The aim of the exhibit is to introduce the concept of carbon as a metric which can be calculated in everything we buy and much of what we do. As we move into the low carbon economy people will need to understand the metrics of carbon as a new language, a diff erent type of currency and increasingly, carbon will have an impact on all the choices and decisions we make. This exhibit introduces the concept of carbon literacy.One of challenges is to be able to visualise carbon, usually described in terms of kilogrammes or tonnes, in a way that has meaning and helps us to understand the relative carbon costs of diff erent things.In the exhibit we use a Smart car to help us. For every kilometre driven in the 100g of carbon is emitted . It doesn’t really matter what 100g of carbon looks like just that it’s equivalent to driving a Smart car 1km. With that in mind we can begin to compare the carbon cost of a pint of milk (equivalent to driving just over 7km) with a pint of orange juice (equivalent to driving around 30 km), or a kilo of UK tomatoes in March (500km) with a kilo of bananas (just under 5km), or travelling to from London to Glasgow and back by plane (5000km) or by large four-wheel drive (11,000km).The exhibit explores these concepts and seeks to help people grasp the concept of carbon as a metric or measurement. We have endeavoured to make the exhibit as inclusive as possible and most of the narrative on the car and the various exhibits in and around it, are explained in [email protected]

Clear about Carbon, Eden Project, Bodelva,

Cornwall, PL24 2SG

01726 818811

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Community Energy Plus As Cornwall’s independent energy experts, Community Energy Plus provides a broad range of services to help householders, communities and businesses reduce their energy use, harness the potential of renewable energy resources and create a more sustainable future for all in Cornwall.Services to help householders in Cornwall to enjoy warmer energy effi cient homes include:• Insulation and heating solutions• Energy effi ciency advice and surveys• Planning for renewables services• Action on Condensation and mould • Help to understand and reduce energy billsThe social enterprise also off ers services to support sustainable communities and businesses.For independent local energy advice call Freephone 0800 954 1956

www.cep.org.uk [email protected]

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Cornwall Council, PlanningCornwall Council Planning and Regeneration is the largest planning authority in the UK and deals with all aspects of planning and building control as well as the formulation of planning policy. The Service includes renewable energy planning and is available to householders, businesses, community groups and developers alike. Cornwall Council was winner of the ‘Most Proactive Public Sector Body’ category of the South West Renewable Energy Awards in 2011.www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning

0300 1234 151

[email protected]

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Cornwall EnvironmentalConsultants Established since 1992, Cornwall Environmental Consultants (CEC) Ltd provides professional services in all aspects of ecology and landscape architecture across the South West.CEC is a specialist environmental consultancy covering all aspects of ecological,landscape and visual issues associated with development proposals. We off er a full range of services including• protected species and habitat surveys• initial inception and feasibility

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• Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment work (LVIA)

• detail design and assessment • monitoring and site supervisionWe work closely with clients to advise on innovative solutions to reduce the ecological footprint of proposals and to reduce impacts on the natural environment, frequently resulting in more successful and higher quality development schemes.CEC has a successful track record working on large and small scale renewableenergy projects. Our approach minimises confl icts and delays at planning application stage through clear advice and critical review of proposals, coupled with close co-operation with the client and project team.Phil Hills

[email protected]

Five Acres, Allet, Truro TR4 9DJ

01872 245510 ext 225

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Cornwall Solar Panels Diff erent situations require diff erent solar panel systems. Using leading PV design software Cornwall Solar Panels can fi nd the best system for your situation. Our friendly site surveyors have an in-depth knowledge of Solar Panel systems and will help you understand the benefi ts of various options so you can choose the best system for your needs. When your installation is carried out you know it’s being fi tted to the highest standards as our roofers and electricians are all fully qualifi ed and they come equipped with the best tools. With 2 free after sales visits included in the price, a local service to see to any future needs and a like for like price promise, we think Cornwall Solar Panels is your best choice of solar installer.Trevissome Park, Blackwater, Truro TR4 8UN

Tel: 01872 562775


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Cornwall Sustainable Building TrustCSBT exists to infl uence and support decision making and to raise awareness of all aspects of sustainable building in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly; to guide procurement and to deliver the Trust’s vision and so minimise the impacts of construction on the environment. Our vision is

of a Cornwall where hard to heat and treat homes are in the past and where all Cornwall’s buildings are healthy sustainable and environmentally enhancing.CSBT has established itself in the last decade as the catalyst in Cornwall for progressing sustainable construction. With over 1000 associates and a history of major infl uence on companies and organisations locally, regionally and nationally; its aim is to work with all parties to towards the common aim of sustainability.CSBT is about to embark on the Green Build Hub at the Eden Project – this space will be designed and built as a cutting edge sustainable building exercise and will demonstrate tangibly what can and is being done in Cornwall to improve the sustainability of construction in the region and beyond.For more details go to

www.csbt.org.uk/green-build-cornwall.cfm

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ecodrive ecodrive is a Cornwall-based Electric Vehicle consultancy, established in 2005, now working with the well-known car manufacturers on a regional, national and European level to launch new ‘EV’ models, support dealers and advise fl eets on deployment of the vehicles. We have run a fl eet of EVs for 7 years and have covered some 85,000 miles ourselves.As a multi-disciplinary consultancy with technical & electrical expertise and mainstream automotive launch, sales & marketing experience, we are able to undertake most aspects of EV roll-out and we are now marketing vehicles and charging solutions nationwide. We were seconded to Cornwall Council to support their bid to be one of the UK’s fi rst ‘Plugged in Places’ providing recharging infrastructure to support the uptake of EVs, lending insight into the needs of EV drivers and the required technical specifi cation of the evolving recharging [email protected]

0845 4-NO-FUEL (0845 466 3835)

ecodrive, Pool Innovation Centre, Trevenson

Road, Pool, Redruth TR15 3PL

www.eco-drive.co.uk

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Ecotec RenewableEnergy Ltd Are based in Launceston, Cornwall. Our range of effi cient Ecotec air and ground source heat pumps off er reliability, quality and low running costs. These whisper quiet heat pumps ensure peace of mind and low running costs.We are also distributors for Dimplex Renewables, enabling us to off er a complete renewable package to include air and ground source heat pumps, under fl oor heating, smart rads, hot water cylinders and solar pv. Ideal for both new-build and retro-fi t projects, the air-eau package comes complete with air-eau heat pump, ec-eau hot water cylinder with integrated buff er tank and all the necessary controls and ancillaries. This particular package works well with the Dimplex smart rad radiators, producing a totally integrated, high effi ciency, low carbon heating solution.We can also off er rain water collection systems that can be integrated into an existing dwelling or new build with pressure feeder gravity feed. We have just completed another installation of a Dimplex Air-Eau package which our client is delighted with. We off er a free, no obligation site survey and quote. Tim Horwood, [email protected]

Unit 4, Pennygillam Industrial Estate,

Launceston, Cornwall PL15 7ED

01566 779869 / 07831 772206

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Eddie Jewell Acoustics We are recognised as being one of Cornwall’s leading acoustic consultancies. Founded in 2008 by Eddie Jewell, the specialist independent practice of acoustic engineers has provided innovative solutions across a wide range of projects.Eddie Jewell Acoustics specialises in wind turbine noise assessments for planning applications, environmental noise assessments for planning applications and sound insulation testing, as well as many other areas of acoustic consultancy.Our clients include Renewable Energy Specialists, Planning Consultants, Architects, Developers and Private Householders. We deliver a practical, cost eff ective approach to acoustic consultancy nationwide, whilst maintaining a very personable approach to ensure that all our clients are satisfi ed with the service they receive.Antony Best, [email protected]

Pool Innovation Centre, Trevenson Road, Pool

Redruth, Cornwall TR15 3PL

01326 377173

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ELGIN ENERGY EsCO Ltd Elgin Energy ESCO Ltd plans and constructs turnkey solar energy installations and manages these facilities over their lifespan. Elgin works with roof owners, land owners, local authorities, planners, investors, banks, local installation partners and utility companies and helps each meet their needs and objectives with the approach tailored to each project.We are a UK company based in Bristol. We are currently working on a number of projects throughout England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Germany. This is a very exciting time for Elgin Energy. We have secured formal grid connections for 21MWp and are currently awaiting decisions from the planning authorities on the associated planning applications. We have also secured funding to deliver 150MWp of Solar PV projects over the next 18 months. We are very interested in meeting with landowners who may be considering leasing their land for commercial scale Solar PV. We are also interested in meeting with Solar PV developers who may be considering the sale of project purchasing rights.For further information and details, please contact us at our head offi ce in Bristol:Elgin Energy EsCo Ltd

Broad Quay House, Prince Street, Bristol BS1 4DJ

Tel +44 117 223 2034

Email: offi [email protected]

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Enact EnergyEnact Energy is a Cornwall based multi-award winning energy effi ciency specialist and Green Deal Pioneer. The company has over 16 years’ experience in the delivery and management of renewable energy technologies and grant funded energy conservation services for households across the UK while working in partnership with over 100 local authorities and two leading UK retail giants, Tesco and Marks and Spencer.The company stands at the forefront of the UK energy effi ciency marketplace and is passionate about reducing home energy bills with the use of modern, renewable and sustainable energy technologies. Enact not only aims to improve the lives of individuals across the country through the installation of energy saving measures, but also by reducing carbon emissions.

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“We encourage households to make simple but eff ective changes to their properties in order to save money. Ultimately, the environment is at the heart of our company and complements the changes people can make to infl uence their future energy generation and consumption.”John Egan, Enact CEO.• Green Deal Pioneer • Experts in energy saving since 1996• Trusted end to end service• Award winning• UK based offi ces• Mainland UK coveragewww.enactenergy.com

Freephone: 0800 093 4050

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Enviko Enviko provides sustainable energy solutions through the complete process from design to installation & maintenance of renewable energy technologies. We are an Independent & MCS accredited installer of low and zero carbon energy systems. Our expertise spans the full range of renewable energy & alternative technologies including solar photovoltaic (PV), solar thermal (hot water), hydro, wind Turbines, biomass heating systems & heat pumps (air and ground-sourced) .Our commitment and focus is to deliver superior customer service through identifi cation of the right product at the right price& complete advisory services aimed at achieving viable economic & carbon savings together with lucrative investment returns for technologies supported by the Government Feed in Tariff schemes.Enviko provides turnkey energy solutions in an Independent & transparent way from initial consultancy and design through to installation and commissioning. Working closely with home & land owners, fi nanciers, architects, developers, planning & Building control, our practical experience and technical knowledge means that we can identify and deliver the ideal mix in order to succeed with any given project.Please come and talk to us to discuss your requirements or to arrange a free visit to your home or proposed installation site. Tel: 01392 590 720

[email protected] www.enviko.com

Enviko Ltd, Basepoint, Exeter EX2 8LB

Note: Special Discounts for Visitors to the exhibition.

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e-tricity –delivering ‘yourpower’ With 30 years of energy and technology expertise, e-tricity, based locally in the South West, are one of the country’s leading multi-technology renewable energy developers. We have the knowledge, resources and capability to off er turnkey solutions for all your renewable projects. Whether it is solar, wind, biomass, anaerobic digestion or ground source, e-tricity’s team can off er you knowledge, vision and reliability. We focus on bringing together customers, providers of technology, providers of fi nance and the users of energy in order to maximise opportunities for our customers. With over 100 megawatts of PV projects in our portfolio already, e-tricity are set to start developing the largest Solar PV site in the country. Extending over 140 acres it will generate enough electricity to power over 17,500 homes. This experience and scale has enabled us to extend our ethos of ‘yourpower’ to not only the large scale projects, but the business community and residential customers, delivering the same benefi ts that our large scale customers enjoy.With the massive environmental and economic advantages renewable energy provides, e-tricity off er landowners, commercial enterprises and residential customers an expert solution to their renewable needs. Visit www.e-tricity.co.uk

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Euroguard Solar Solutions LimitedEuroGUARD are proud to be a local family run Company. With over 20 years experience in the home improvement industry, off ering leading market products at competitive prices. From your quote, survey to installation, we pride ourselves on professionalism and quality workmanship, making your experience with us the exciting one that it should be.Hillcrest, Shortlanesend, Truro, TR4 9DS

Tel: 01872 241452

www.cornwallwindowquoter.co.uk

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Evance Wind Turbines Evance Wind Turbines has been manufacturing and supplying small wind turbines for over 10 years. Our latest product, the R9000, has been installed across the globe from UK to USA to Madagascar. Today over 1,000 turbines are currently producing around 11,000MWh of energy per year.Our turbines never stand still and neither do we! Evance is committed to product quality and customer service.Together with our extensive network of resellers and installers around the world, we are on hand to advise you about siting, installation and after sales care, to ensure that you get years of trouble free energy generation.Unit 6, Weldon Road, Loughborough,

Leicestershire LE11 5RN

Tel: +44 (0)1509 215669

www.evancewind.com

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Evance Wind Turbines Evance Wind Turbines is a leading manufacturer of small wind turbines delivering effi cient renewable energy solutions. The company’s turbines are designed to lead the fi eld in reliable performance for on-grid and off -grid applications. Today over 1,000 Evance turbines are installed world-wide helping homeowners, farmers, schools and businesses produce green energy to reduce energy costs and CO2 emissions.The Evance R9000 small wind turbine has full MCS certifi cation so is eligible for Feed-in Tariff s.The R9000 turbine is designed to start generating energy at low wind speeds and to run continuously at high wind speeds, so providing the maximum yield. By installing a R9000 turbine on a site with annual wind speeds averaging 6m/s, the turbine will generate over 13,600kWh of energy. This is equivalent to energy cost savings of up to £1,750, depending on electricity consumption and assuming a rate of 13p per kWh. The Evance R9000 turbine accounted for a third of all small wind turbines (1.5kW - 15kW) sold in the UK in 2011 - making the R9000 the UK’s small wind turbine of [email protected]

[email protected]

Unit 6 Weldon Road, Loughborough,

Leicestershire LE11 5RN

01509 215669 Offi ce: +44 (0) 1793 744 963

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EWT (Emergya WindTechnologies) EWT (Emergya Wind Technologies) is a global player in wind energy solutions. EWT was founded in 2004 by acquiring the Intellectual Property Rights of the Lagerwey wind turbine. We have over 380 DIRECTWIND turbines running worldwide. Our pitch controlled variable speed wind turbine, combines advanced technology with mechanical simplicity. At the heart of our proven direct drive turbine is a long-lasting slow rotating EWT-design multi-pole ring generator. Our current product range consists of 500kW, 900kW and 2.2MW direct drive turbines. 500kW - For IEC IIA wind conditions (average wind speed between 7.5 and 8.5 meters per second) we can off er the 52 meters rotor diameter turbine, available on 35, 40 and 50 meter hub heights. For IEC IIIA wind conditions (average wind speed up to 7.5 mps) we can off er the 54 meters rotor diameter turbine, available on 40, 50 and 75 meter hub heights.EWT’s DIRECTWIND 52/54-500kW wind turbines were developed in response to market demand, designed according to proven Direct Drive technology and specifi cally for operating in low/moderate wind speed areas. Streamlined production and cost effi ciency make EWT turnkey project solutions highly attractive, delivering excellent energy yields which ensure optimal returns on investment.Please visit our website atwww.ewtinternational.com

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Fair Energy Fair Energy supplies full service design and installation for wood fuel and solar heating systems for business, homes and communities. We provide the most effi cient and eff ective renewable energy technologies that lower fuel costs and reduce carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuels.We off er turnkey solutions and have the technical, mechanical and engineering expertise to design and install the most advanced heating systems. We can seamlessly integrate your new system with your current one or provide an entirely new solution to meet your needs.These systems are very easy to use with touchscreen technology and they have remote energy management tools to allow control of heating, even when you’re not there!

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We love and believe in what we do and are passionate about tailoring systems to each individual client.Our range of products are selected for their outstanding effi ciency, build quality and long-service life. We make sure every installation goes smoothly and our customers are happy and secure in the knowledge they have a fi rst class renewable energy system.Fair Energy Ltd, 1 Emperor Way, Exeter Business

Park, Exeter, EX1 3QS

[email protected] Tel: 0845 12 66 555

www.fairenergy.org.uk

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FC Fund Managers LtdFC Fund Managers Limited (“FC Fund Managers”) is privately owned and operated by a team of investment professionals with signifi cant experience in investing and fund management. The company is authorized and regulated by the Financial Services Authority under reference number 409409. Our live funds include:South West Cleantech Co-investment Fund - An initiative by Capital for Enterprise to back clean technology companies in South West England - £2.5 millionProviding SMEs in the South West with loan funding to match new equity investment up to a limit of £250,000, typically over 5 years, with interest and capital rolled up to the end of the term of the loan. The Cleantech Co-investment Fund is funded by Capital for Enterprise, wholly owned by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (“BIS”).South West Loans Fund - Part of the UK Government’s Finance for Business initiative - £12 million. Providing growing small and medium-sized enterprises throughout South West England loan fi nance of between £50,000 and £250,000, typically over 5 years. The South West Loans Fund is funded by South West RDA and by the European Regional Development Fund through the Convergence Programme for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly and the Competitiveness and Employment Programme for South West England.Lucy Alldritt

[email protected]

68 Lemon Street, Truro, Cornwall TR1 2PN

01872 272288

FC Fund Managers

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Forever Fuels Forever Fuels specialises in the distribution and supply of wood pellets for sustainable heating systems. We provide premium and industrial-grade wood pellets, delivered in bulk by specially-designed delivery vehicles that can blow the wood pellets into your pellet-store. Or we can deliver bagged premium-grade wood pellets, for smaller installations. Forever Fuels’ twin priorities are quality and value. It is vital, for people who are considering replacing their existing boiler with a wood-pellet fi red boiler, that they have confi dence that they can obtain a reliable supply of pellets of a suitable quality.225 Blackamoor Lane, Maidenhead, Berkshire

SL6 8RT

Tel: 01628 509690

www.forever-fuels.com

[email protected]

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Freefl ow 69 Freefl ow 69 was formed in 2005 by its Managing Director Pat Cook – an early pioneer of tidal and wave technology. Part of Pat and his team of engineers’ research has led them to redesign the traditional French Poncelet water wheel. The wheel, already well known in France as one of the most energy-effi cient water wheels of the Industrial age, has been redesigned by the team to allow landowners to harvest electricity from water courses running through their land, such as streams in disused mill heads.The Freefl ow 69 team are dedicated to renewable energy and as such ensure that their services stretch across the whole process of installing their water wheel. This means that they are on hand to assist with administrative areas, such as planning applications, as well as the installation and servicing of the wheel itself.Never known to rest on their laurels, Freefl ow 69 also supply Archimedes Screws and work as distributors for the Evance R9000 5kW and Endurance 50kW wind turbines. The company’s commitment to renewable energy has not gone unnoticed, and Freefl ow 69 has received accreditation from the Renewable Energy Association (REA), the Microgeneration Certifi cation Scheme (MCS) and National Association of Professional Inspectors and Testers (NAPIT).

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For more information on Freefl ow 69’s Poncelet water wheel, as well as its other renewable energy solutions call the company on: 01283 733439, Email: sales@freefl ow69.com,

www.freefl ow69.com

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Good Energy Good Energy is the UK’s only 100% renewable electricity supplier with over 30,000 customers. Our electricity comes from the sun and the sea, the wind and the water and is produced by a growing number of independent generators across Britain. We also support 35,000 homes, businesses and communities choosing to generate their own renewable electricity – over 1,300 of them are in Cornwall, so there might be one down the road from where you live.We think all energy should be like this. Our vision is to move energy production away from remote power stations using polluting fossil fuels and bring it closer to the people that use it.We also develop our own renewable generation projects, involving the local residents throughout the process. The wind farm here at Delabole was our fi rst and we plan to develop over 50 Megawatts of new capacity in the next fi ve years – that’s enough to power all the village’s homes ten times over.Jessica Knowles

[email protected]

Monkton Reach, Monkton Hill, Chippenham,

Wiltshire, SN15 1EE

01249 766770

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Green Cat Renewables Green Cat Renewables provide a fl exible range of development support to renewable energy developers. This includes; Project management, construction management, civil and electrical design, health and safety, due diligence, environmental assessment and planning, geotechnical support, small scale turbine installations and legal services.Our aim is to provide support tailored to the needs of the individual developer throughout the entire development process from site selection to commissioning. Unlike most consultancies, we are prepared to carry some of the project development risk, particularly where we can help control the outcome, ensuring a far greater level of commitment to projects than consultants ‘selling hours’.

As well as working alongside commercial developers we work in close partnership with farmers and other landowners to develop projects. This partnership enables farmers to be closely involved with projects which would have been too risky or expensive to develop on their own.We have offi ces in Exeter, South Lanarkshire, Midlothian and Aberdeenshire. We have a dedicated team committed to delivering the support required for any project small or large.Paul Burder, [email protected]

Matford Business Centre, Marsh Barton, Exeter

EX2 8ED

01392 332839

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GreenthinkingRenewables • Independent renewable energy specialists.• We provide unbiased advice on wind turbines,

biomass boilers and hydro systems for farmers and landowners.

• Local offi ces across the South West in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Gloucestershire.

• Established for 5 years we are professional and experienced with over 50 wind turbines installed.

• We work with you to cut your costs and secure your energy needs for the future.

Wind turbines: • We have a range of turbines from 5kW to 500kW,

for purchase and land lease.• We can provide advice, site surveys, planning,

manage your grid connection, assist your fi nancing partner/bank, undertake ground works and installations, servicing and maintenance.

Biomass boilers: • We off er a range of boilers from 4 suppliers with

pellet, chip, bale and log models to suit. • Farms and larger country properties are our

speciality.• We advise on the best boiler for your needs and

can provide a turnkey service so you don’t have to project manage the installation.

Hydro: • Our hydro specialist can advise you on both high

and low head systems.• We will undertake feasibility studies, project

planning and oversee the installation. • Whilst approval is a complex process it can be

a very worthwhile long term investment with attractive returns.

Tel: 01823 680751 (head offi ce)Email: [email protected]

www.greenthinking.co.uk

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Harvest Renewables Harvest Renewables are specialist suppliers of energy solutions for a sustainable future.The consultants at Harvest Renewables have been advising the green sector since 1999. With a wide range of experience and experience in all related fi elds, including solar pv. Solar thermal, biodigesters, wood fuelled heating systems, ground source heat pumps and the timber frame housing industry.We have developed long standing partnerships with industry leading manufacturers and supplier/installers to off er our customers the best engineered solutions to their needs, at the most competitive prices.Harvest Renewables, Bramble House,

Watergate Road, Porth, Cornwall TR7 3LX

Tel: 01637 854997 Tel: 07831 291003


www.harvestrenewables.net

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Independent EnergyIndependent Energy specialise in designing, installing and supplying renewable energy solutions. Independent Energy off er their services to domestic and trade customers based in and around Cornwall. Independent Energy off er a range of services, which includes installation/design/supply of: Solar Thermal (Hot Water) Panels, Wood Burners, Air Source Heat Pumps, Ground Source Heat Pumps (Geothermal Heating), Integrated Renewable Systems, Adaption of fossil fuel (e.g. gas, oil electric) to work with renewables, Design and installation of heating systems to optimise renewable energy, Photovoltaic Solar Panels (PV) and Wind TurbinesIndependent Energy, Trenowin Farm, Ludgvan,

Penzance, Cornwall. TR20 8BL

01736 740955

[email protected]

www.inenergy.co.uk

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Insulated HomesInsulated Homes install an external wall insulation specifi cally designed for solid wall and hard to heat properties. The three-layer insulation system comprises of a Neopor eps insulation panel that is externally fi xed to the walls of the building and then covered in a thin coat render and weave, the fi nal fi nish coat is a silicone render that requires no maintenance for a guaranteed 10 year period.

The Insulation Systems SpecialistHomes

Our external insulation system carries full BBA approval, requires no maintenance and will greatly reduce fuel bills by retaining the heat within your home. Government funding is available to all solid wall home owners. Contact Ann Barradine 01647 24599

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Integrated Security Designs ISD-Tech specialise in the design, installation and maintenance of multi-disciplined security solutions.We are currently involved in a number of Solar Farm perimeter security projects and to date have provided security solutions to Solar Farms totalling 50MWInitially we may receive a request to provide concept designs at which point the client has an opportunity to build in many spend to save features on the fi nal project.The fl exible manner in which we work allows our clients the freedom to incorporate changes and updates in evolving plans, ensuring clients objectives and budgets are achieved. We pride ourselves on delivering a tailored solution for each client with a dedicated Project Manager, and as fi tted Operations and Maintenance Manuals plus ongoing Maintenance supportISD-Tech are fully conversant with the latest product off erings in the security market.Working in partnership with major product manufacturers, we asses product performance, features and cost bands.Our key focus for business is the integrated electronic security sector; the key disciplines we specialise in are as follows:• IP based CCTV Solutions• Covert CCTV Solutions• Network Based Intercom Solutions• Graphical User Interfaces• Thermal Imaging Solutions• Ground Radar External Detection Solutions• Fibre Optic Transmission System• System Audits and Assessment• System Design• Solar Farm Intelligent Perimeter Detection• Maintenance Support Contracts • Fencing/ Barriers/ GatesFor further information please visit our website www.isd-tech.com or contact Nicky Stokes on 01276 640 9233 or 0845 071 1373

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Jelf Jelf is a leading UK broker and a trusted adviser supporting owner-managed businesses and individuals on matters relating to insurance, employee benefi ts, health care and fi nancial planning. For us, the client always comes fi rst. Our approach is simple. We build long lasting relationships with our clients based on providing a combination of personal service and technical advice. Our advisers are experts in their respective fi elds and are passionate about fi nding solutions that mitigate risk and add value – for your business and your life.The broad range of products and services we provide enable us to consider your circumstances in the round and to establish where Jelf can help. Keeping clients at the centre of everything we do is the main driver in our business. We are proud to have received the Investor in Customers ‘Outstanding’ award for four consecutive years. Becoming a trusted adviser is about knowing your clients, understanding their circumstances and recommending the best solution. From our local offi ces across England and Wales, we engage with our clients and they are assured they are dealing with a familiar face. It’s an approach our clients appreciate. Carl Gurney [email protected]

Malvern Heights Chequers Close,

Malvern WR14 1GP

0168 4571835

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juwi juwi is one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies. Founded in 1996 by Matthias Willenbacher and Fred Jung, we’ve grown from a two man offi ce to a worldwide company with more than 1,500 employees and sales of over £750m each year. juwi has completed the project development and construction of more than 1,500 Solar Photovoltaic (PV) schemes worldwide with an output of around 920MW, among them rooftops and ground mounted plants across Europe and the USA. Flagship projects include a 70MW plant at Lieberose and a 40MW plant in Leipzig, as well as a 7.5MW rooftop scheme at Goodyear Dunlop’s logistics centre in Philipsburg. The UK arm of juwi is based in Solihull and focuses solely on large and medium scale Solar PV projects. juwi is committed to the UK market, having invested in excess of £1 million in the last 12

months and is a passionate and active member of the fl ourishing UK Solar PV industry. Together our highly motivated team with backing from the German parent company we pursue the goal of 100% renewable energy. We’re among few companies to off er energy solutions either funded by the client or ourselves. juwi plans and builds bespoke turnkey PV systems of diff erent sizes and types using high-quality components and can even support our clients with system modelling and fi nancing. The company also off ers Project Management services to the renewables industry covering all aspects of the work from planning through design, fi nancing, construction/installation and project management to fi nal completion. Due to juwi’s strong global purchasing power we can develop projects at a signifi cant discount compared with others in the market. In addition, juwi only uses tier one “bankable” products and has strong relationships with the major suppliers, allowing for a delivery of the top-quality PV systems at market-leading prices, which will generate your power effi ciently and predictably over many years.Anna Bassin

[email protected]

Nelson House, Blythe Valley Park, Solihull,

West Midlands B90 8BG

Tel. +44 (0) 121 733 1119 ext 102

Mobile +44 (0) 7500161214

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Laurence Associates Laurence Associates off ers planning consultancy, architecture and landscape architecture under one roof. Our expert advice ensures that architectural designs are carefully considered in conjunction with planning experts, ensuring successful planning submissions and developments that reach their potential.Over the past few years our involvement with renewable energy projects has increased signifi cantly and we now oversee planning submissions for renewable energy developers across the UK. These projects currently range from individual wind turbines to 30MW solar photovoltaic parks, with even larger projects in the pipeline.We have the latest technologies for landscape and visual impact assessments, able to produce accurate ZTV’s, three dimensional models, photomontages and animations, all of which are powerful tools in the presentation of proposals to local planning authorities and the communities in which the sites lie.

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Renewable energy developments now account for a signifi cant proportion of our work and our landscape team has grown to refl ect this market. Our team of planners, landscape architects and designers has been responsible for numerous successful planning applications over the years. Examples of schemes with which we have been involved include the Goonhilly Wind Farm repower and the Trefullock solar park, both of which are generating energy in Cornwall. Richard Marsden

www.laurenceassociates.co.uk

[email protected]

Lemon House, Lemon Street, Truro, TR1 2LS

+ 44 (0) 1872 225 259

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Lifestyle SolarLifestyle Solar Systems is a company specialising in renewable energy and based in the South West.Jonathan Vilder

JonathanAlanVidlerlifestylesolar@hotmail.

co.uk

Tel: 01275 350 085

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Low Carbon Futures Low Carbon Futures is a leading environmental consultancy, working with businesses who wish to become more sustainable, and enjoy the fi nancial and reputational benefi ts that sustainability brings. With over ten years’ experience in the sector, they provide practical solutions to empower businesses of all sizes to reduce their energy usage and boost environmental credentials. Their range of services includes:• Virtual Energy Management• Carbon Footprinting and Management• Energy Healthchecks• Tariff Reviews• Environmental Management Systems Low Carbon Futures’ team of experts work with businesses to develop complete energy reduction plans, integrate them into wider business objectives, engage employees and identify long and short term return on investments, as well as planning for continual improvement. Visit the Low Carbon Futures stand to start saving money and carbon. www.lowcarbonfutures.com

[email protected]

01209 614979

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Mi-Grid Mi-Grid provides a planning and procurement service for farmers, landowners and businesses who wish to install a wind turbine. We act as an ‘expert guide’ throughout the installation process from choice of turbine and where it should be sited right through to installation and commissioning. We handle feasibility, planning and procurement through tender to ensure best value for money. Our experts are jargon free and have the knowledge, experience and commitment to manage the process for you from fi rst ideas to energy production. We understand the procedures, consider the risks and deal with the paperwork so that we can guide you through the process of installing a wind turbine. Our expertise, knowledge and commitment to carry out the tasks required mean that we do the job properly and in a timely fashion.We are based at Trevissome Park near Chiverton Cross alongside the A30 just outside Truro in Cornwall. Jonathan Kearsley

[email protected]

The Studio, Trevissomme Park, Blackwater,

Truro, Cornwall, TR4 8UN

07769 226499

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Aeolus Power(Wind-Energy) Limited Aeolus Power (Wind-Energy) Ltd is a specialist wind turbine supplier and installer serving farmers, businesses & communities. We are committed to siting the right turbine in the right place and we have installed more than 25 Endurance Wind Power E-3120 turbines across the UK. In August 2010 we installed the fi rst 50kW in Cornwall and have since installed over a dozen more across the County including those at Trevissome Park and the Gorran Community Project. We have 2 full-time installation teams with managers who have attained “Endurance Wind Power E-Series Installation Supervisor” status and we off er a wide range of fl exible fi nance options on Endurance E-3120 turbines.For customers who purchase an Endurance Wind Power E-3120 turbine we install free of charge, TOPAZ (Turbine Output Performance Analyzer) our unique, remote performance monitoring device. Each owner of an Endurance Wind Power E-Series wind turbine has their own, password protected data page on our website and they are able to

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check the performance of their wind turbine whenever they wish. The fi gures are updated hourly and include average wind speed over the last hour, peak wind speed over the last 24 hours, the power being generated and cumulative energy output since installation.

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MoleEnergy There are so many options available, but whose advice do you listen to? At moleenergy we have done the research into the diff erent energies so that you don’t have to!We have sourced the best products, the newest technologies and the most reliable installers – whether the answer is solar energy, a biomass boiler, ground source heating or any other form of self-generated energy. We have tested the technologies and products at our own dedicated Renewable Demonstration Site and these are available for you to see fi rst-hand.Only that way are we confi dent we can genuinely advise you on what is best for you. If we don’t think a system is right for your needs we’ll tell you!It’s all very well us saying this – you need to see for yourself. As part of our commitment to you we have set up a dedicated Renewable Energy Demonstration Site where you can see each of the technologies in action. The site is on a working farm, not a sales centre and as such can give you a very real understanding of how the diff erent renewable technologies can help your business energy needs for many years to come.Richard.griffi [email protected]

Exmoor House, Lime Way, Pathfi eld Business

Park, Souch Molton, Devon EX36 3LH

07794 975 470

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Natural Generation Ltd Natural Generation Ltd is dedicated to providing high quality and cost eff ective renewable energy and energy management solutions in the South West. We passionately believe that by taking responsibility for the environment to preserve it for the future. We are accredited to design, supply and install Solar PV, Solar Hot Water, Heat Pumps, Energy Saving Devices and Wind Turbines for both domestic and commercial applications.James Waters, [email protected]

Units 2 and 3, Cligga Industrial Estate, St

George’s Hill, Perranporth TR6 0EB

01872 571700

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Natural Home The Natural Home is an eco building consultancy, based in west Cornwall, also providing design and project management.From Architects to Self-Builders and Homeowners, we provide friendly advice on many aspects of low impact, environmentally friendly buildings. We are specialists in design of natural buildings and in specifi cation of materials with environmental attributes such as low embodied energy, and off er a range of services to professionals and homeowners alike.Sara Samuelsson

www.thenaturalhome.co.uk

[email protected]

Chylasson Barns, Nancledra, Penzance TR20 8NG

01736 740696

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New Generation Energy LtdNew Generation Energy is a dedicated renewable energy company with a broad range of competence from Wind Energy and Solar Photovoltaic through to Solar Thermal and Heat Pumps.We provide a full service from assistance with planning through to system design, installation and maintenance, working within both the residential and commercial market.New Generation Energy Ltd, Unit 24 Crelake

Industrial Estate, Pixon Lane, Tavistock,

Devon. PL19 9AZ

Tel: 01822 833729

www.newgenerationenergy.co.uk

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Optimum Heating Ltd Optimum Heating Ltd are the South West leading Biomass design and installation company with 20 years experience in the plumbing and heating industry. Based in Barnstaple we have a dedicated showroom and design team off ering a full range of biomass technologies including pellet, log and woodchip.We have appliances covering from 8 to 800kw and are able to show examples of our systems in all technologies.All installations come with two year warranties backed by our in own engineers.

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We are able to off er full service facility and supply fuel from our famous “The Good Fuel Company”Simon Boorer

[email protected]

Unit B1 Brannam Court, Roundswell Business

Park, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 3TD

01271 372888

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Ploughcroft Renewables A unique combination of credentials places us fi rmly ahead of the competition, making Ploughcroft your renewable installer of choice. Chris’s (our Managing Director) priority has always been ‘customer service’ and to ensure the customer is happy and looked after at every stage. Established in 1997 as a construction company, focused on delivering a quality service to customers, we had won the National Home Council award for Innovation for Renewable Energy Training by [email protected]

Tel: 01752 590228

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Plug Into The Sun Plug Into The Sun were established in 2004 and were Cornwall’s fi rst accredited solar PV installer. We are a specialist solar PV installation company and are one of the most experienced installers in the UK having now carried out well over 600 solar PV installations with a combined total of over 2000 kilowatts. We have worked extensively with schools, community groups, local authorities, private householders and businesses throughout the South West region and we would be happy to share with you our extensive portfolio of successful installations and testimonials from many satisfi ed customers. We can off er you a bespoke and high quality installation at a very competitive price!• Winners of the “Best Low Carbon Business” in the

Cornwall Sustainability Awards• Finalists in the prestigious British Renewable

Energy Association Awards 2007, 2008 and 2009 and 2012 in the “Best Renewable Energy Installer and fl agship project” category

Please come and visit us at our stand or check out our website at www.plugintothesun.co.uk or call 0800 4961494

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Positive feedbackSteve Pote

[email protected]

1 Riverside Court, The Quay West,

Looe PL13 2ES

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Quietrevolution With energy prices on the rise, there is a need to focus on renewable technologies. Quietrevolution’s aim is to play a leading global role in the local energy revolution by promoting wind turbine solutions and the role they play in helping combat climate change.Our team has developed an elegant and innovative vertical axis wind turbine. This cutting edge technology has been designed in response to the growing demand for renewable technologies and demonstrates that turbines can be elegant, quiet and a long-term, cost eff ective solution for generating energy.23 B&C Berghem Mews, Blythe Road, London

W14 0HN

Tel: 08448 800226

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The Renewable EnergyCo-operative (R-ECO) The Renewable Energy Co-operative (R-ECO) is a co-operative installer of Renewable Energy Systems for homes, businesses and communities. As a worker owned co-operative, R-ECO creates meaningful and sustainable employment with every employee owning an equal stake in the business and a say into how the business is run. This unique model in the market place and the resilient and progressive approach to business has allowed R-ECO to extend from Cornwall to the whole of the UK over the past three years through sustainable organic growth.R-ECO has completed a range of projects from bespoke residential systems to large scale commercial and community based projects, such as Heartlands; a World Heritage Site, and Cornwall College campuses. R-ECO employees even presented to students taking the renewable energy courses to discuss their PV systems installed over three of its campuses. Currently R-ECO are working on projects across the UK from their locally run offi ces in Cornwall, Bristol, and Oxford and have recently won contracts with local schools and NHS facilities.

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They off er free consultations and advice, EPC assessments, off grid solutions, and bespoke renewable energy systems for domestic, commercial, agricultural and community projects. Claire Martin

[email protected]

Mount Wellington Mine Eco Park, Fernsplatt,

Truro, Cornwall TR4 8RJ

01872 870 875

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REG WindpowerREG Windpower was among the UK’s original renewable energy trailblazers, starting life as the Cornwall Light and Power Company in 1989. We are now one of the country’s leading developer and operators of small to medium-sized wind farms and in 2010 changed our name to REG Windpower to refl ect our expanding business. We now own and operate 11 wind farms around the UK and have offi ces in Truro and Bath.Phone: 01872 226930

Emai: [email protected]

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Regen SW Regen SW is a leading centre of sustainable energy expertise and pioneering project delivery. We enable business, local authorities, community groups and other organisations to deliver renewable energy and energy effi ciency and build a prosperous low-carbon economy in the south west of England. Visit www.regensw.co.uk for more information on how we can work with your business.

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RenewableUK RenewableUK (formerly named BWEA) is the UK’s leading renewable energy trade association, specialising in the wind and marine energy industries. RenewableUK is at the forefront of the development of these sectors, protecting members’ interests and promoting their industries to Government, business and the media. RenewableUK plays a crucial role in bringing key players together around the vital issues aff ecting industry through working groups and events. Acting as a central point of information and a united, representative voice for our membership, we conduct research; fi nd solutions; organise

events, facilitate business development, industry, the media and the public. Members of RenewableUK range from small independent companies to the largest international corporations, providing us with a united and representative voice and off ering our members fantastic networking opportunities. On Friday 29th July at the Cornwall Renewable Energy Show, RenewableUK will be holding an Onshore Wind Seminar throughout the day. This is a day’s event and is held exclusively for local authority planners, councillors and representatives from statutory agencies and local interest groups. These events are designed to inform participants about the key drivers and benefi ts of onshore wind development.Sarah Harper

[email protected]

RenewableUK, Greencoat House, Francis Street,

London SW1P 1DH

(0)2079013028

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Rudge Renewables At Rudge Renewables we have been trading since 2006, initially installing Electrical and Solar PV systems for which we were MCS accredited well before the Feed in Tariff arrived. Based in Seaton, we cover the whole of the South West, being centrally based in East Devon. Together with Solar PV, the other technologies we install are Solar PV, Solar Thermal, Wind Turbines, Biomass Wood Chip/Pellet boilers and heating and Heat Pumps. One of our specialities is the installation and design of Off Grid power systems, an area that is often misunderstood by less qualifi ed installers, leaving the customer with inadequate resources just when they need it most!As well as over 400 domestic Solar PV systems, we have also provided systems for respected customers such as the RNLI, National Trust and East Devon Council. We have a trained team of installers, as well as technical people on hand to provide you the best possible service. All our Solar systems are backed by a 10 year insurance backed warranty to give all our customers peace of mind.Rudge Renewables, Units 2 -4 Harbour Road,

Seaton, Devon, EX12 4AA

Tel: 01297 306114

[email protected].

www.rudgerenewables.co.uk

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ScottishPower Renewables ScottishPower Renewables is part of Iberdrola, the world’s largest wind energy developer, with an operating portfolio of over 14,000 megawatts (MW) worldwide (as of March 2012).In 2011 ScottishPower Renewables became the fi rst UK developer to reach an installed generating capacity of 1,000 MW, securing our position at the forefront of the renewable energy industry, in addition to being awarded a second Queen’s Award for Enterprise for Sustainable Development.ScottishPower Renewables progresses onshore wind, as well as marine, energy projects in the UK and Ireland, and off shore windfarms throughout the world, managing all aspects of development, construction and operation.This year we have commenced work on a repowering project at Carland Cross Windfarm, one of the fi rst windfarms to be repowered in the UK. The existing 15 turbines will be replaced with ten new ones, more than trebling the generating capacity to 20 MW, enough to provide cleaner, greener power to the equivalent of over 11,000 homes.With a pipeline including 10,000 MW of off shore wind, and the 10 MW world-fi rst tidal energy array in the Sound of Islay, ScottishPower Renewables is fi rmly committed to the responsible development of renewable energy.For more information on ScottishPower Renewables or our projects visitwww.scottishpowerrenewables.com

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Solar Cube Solar Cube was set up in 2008, as a new company within the ET Group, servicing the new build sector with the Uni-Solar thin-fi lm laminate product for commercial buildings, and the Imerys solar tile for new build domestic properties. This involved working alongside SAP assessors to help achieve Code for Sustainable Homes, and architects to ensure they had correct .DWG and working drawings for site. Working with customers such as Crest Nicholson and Taylor Wimpey, Solar Cube soon became one of the leading suppliers of PV materials to the new build market.In 2010, Solar Cube continued to expanded and started supplying PV modules and accessories to MCS installers for domestic and commercial retro-fi t projects. Using our expertise and experience supplying to national house builders, Solar Cube very quickly became one of the largest PV suppliers in the UK.

Solar Cube www.solarcube.co.uk

2012 has seen Solar Cube continue to grow and increase both our product portfolios and customer base, and further cement our relationships with our suppliers and customers. New products include Easy Roof integrated Roof System and SolarMax inverters.As suppliers only, Solar Cube has no confl ict of interest with its customers, and focuses on providing high standards of customer service.Mike Bell

[email protected]

B & T Centre, Bessemer Drive,Stevenage,

Herts SG1 2DX

07432 729 829

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Solen Energy UK Solen Energy – solar experts from the ground upSolen Energy UK is turnkey provider for large-scale photovoltaic plants. It is a subsidiary of Solen Energy GmbH, a German company that stands for experience, know-how and quality in photovoltaic technology.From its head offi ce in Cornwall and its northern offi ce and warehouse based in Liverpool, Solen Energy UK has quickly become recognised within the industry as an expert in supply, design and systems for larger, more complex solar installations.“Our customers come to us because they can rely on our technical support and expertise we provide from small scale projects through to planning and design of large scale solar farms.” Part of the UK strategy has been to base its own in house technical design team in each branch to ensure a professional high standard of quality is covered nationwide. As wholesalers we supply solar modules, inverters and further photovoltaic components for construction and skilled work and have been successfully awarded large scale supply for social housing.The company’s workforce is among the pioneers in photovoltaic technology. Our knowledge and experience, which ranges from the small 2kW system up to the multi-megawatt projects, makes SOLEN a competent and reliable partner for our customers.Debbie Webb, Sales Manager

[email protected]

4a Warren Road, Indian Queens Industrial

Estate, St Columb TR9 6TL

Tel: 01726 862479 www.solenenergyuk.co.uk

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Source Renewable Ltd Source Renewable Ltd are an award winning renewable energy business based in Devon, serving the South West region. We install renewable energy technologies for domestic and commercial customers and for communities and organisations, including small and medium scale wind turbines, biomass, heat pumps and solar. We pride ourselves on our friendly but highly professional manner. We do not believe in a ‘one size fi ts all’ approach, so every system we provide is individually surveyed, designed and installed. In a quickly developing industry, Source Renewable is already established as one of the most highly respected installers of renewable energy. In 2011 we were named North Devon Journal ‘Small Business of the Year’, and were also runner up in the South West Green Energy Awards for ‘Installer of the Year’, as well as being a fi nalist in the Western Morning News Business Awards. Come and see us for an informal chat, or to book a site survey with us to evaluate your renewable energy needs.Lucy Howe

[email protected]

Unit One. Lime Field South Pathfi eleds Business

Park, South Molton EX36 3LH

0176 9579955

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Source Solar (UK) Ltd Source Solar (UK) Ltd, are a Cornish Solar PV (photovoltaic) installation company. We are experts in our fi eld. We supply, design and install solar energy solutions for commercial and residential properties in Cornwall and throughout the Southwest. The Southwest is an ideal location for solar installations because of longer days, greater intensity of light and a cleaner atmosphere. A solar installation in the Southwest will generate up to 10% more green, low-carbon, renewable electricity, than other parts of the UK, which can be used to power your home or business.Source Solar use the best solar panel products in the market ensuring quality and durability. Installing solar energy will reduce your energy bills, create an income and will benefi t the County as a whole by creating jobs and reducing pollution. A solar PV system installed by Source Solar will pay for itself within 10 years off ering returns of up to 12%. We are part of the REC Solar Professional

Program enabling us to provide extended warranties on all REC solar panels that we install. We off er a completely complimentary survey of your property and provide a no-obligation quote within 24 hours so contact us to book a free site survey and quotation today.Gerrard McKillen

[email protected]

43 Greenwood Road, Penryn, TR10 8RQ

T: 01326 375616 M: 07728451102

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SOWFIA SOWFIA and MERiFIC are two projects addressing Marine Renewable Energies development at local and European Scale, with strong links with the Cornish communities.The Streamlining of Ocean Wave Farms Impact Assessment (SOWFIA) is an EU Intelligent Energy Europe (IEE) funded project that draws together ten partners, across seven European countries, who are actively involved with planned wave farm test centres. The SOWFIA project aims to facilitate the sharing and consolidation of pan-European experience of consenting processes and environmental and socio-economic impact assessment (IA) best practices for off shore wave energy conversion developments. Study sites informing this process comprise a wide range of potential device technologies, environmental settings and stakeholder interests.The overall goal of the SOWFIA project is to provide recommendations for the streamlining of the consenting and approval process and European-wide streamlining of IA processes, thereby helping to remove legal, environmental and socio-economic barriers to the development of off shore power generation from waves.MERiFIC is an EU cross-border project linking Cornwall and Finistère through the ERDF INTERREG IVa France (Manche) England programme. The project seeks to advance the adoption of marine energy in Cornwall and Finistère, with particular focus on the island communities of the Parc naturel marin d’Iroise and the Isles of Scilly.Davide Magagna

[email protected]

School of Marine Sciences and Engineering

Plymouth University, Drake Circus, Plymouth

PL4 8AA

01752586173

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Stephens Scown Stephens Scown’s specialist Renewable Energy Team has gone from strength to strength, working at the forefront of the sector, advising on some of the largest and most innovative projects in the region including the Wave Hub at Hayle and Wheal Jane Solar Park in Truro.We’re widely recognised as experts in the renewables industry – specialists at putting together the deals which benefi t investors, landowners and communities alike.Whether it’s solar, wind, hydro, biomass, anaerobic digestion or wave technology the team have a proven track record in supporting you in getting your projects off the ground and through to completion, injecting real value every step of the way.Don’t just take our word for it - the team has generated 30 megawatts of power from projects to date and with a further 60 megawatts in the pipeline – that’s more than enough energy to power Exeter, Truro and St Austell!We look forward to helping your investment fl ourish and working together towards a cleaner, greener future. Email: [email protected]

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Studio OK Designand Construction Studio OK is a Chartered Architect’s Practice based in Okehampton, Devon on the northern fringe of Dartmoor. The Firm was established 19 years ago in the Exeter area and has gained a number of awards for the high quality of architecture produced for a project in Wellington, Somerset. Recently we were fi nalists at the LABC Regional Awards, for Best Sustainable Building and Best Community Building for the Stowford Rise Community and Children’s Centre, Sidmouth. Our local ‘patch’ extends from West Devon, into South Devon and Cornwall and into North Devon, Torridge, East Devon and Somerset, where we have become familiar with the various local authorities. Typical projects range from new schools and college campuses, group housing and apartments, one off houses, housing extensions, care homes, extra care facilities and nursing homes. Also community facilities such as community centre’s, children’s centres and village and parish hall’s. Industrial and business class and live-work units form part of the workload. We are as well

versed in conservation work as we are with new build and we particularly enjoy the challenge of marrying the old and the contemporary.Sustainable and energy conscious principles are at the core of our design thinking. Studio OK, Park Row, Okehampton,

Devon EX20 1DP

Tel: 01837 55322


www.studio-ok.co.uk

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Sundial Solar Solutions Sundial Solar Solutions have been based in West Devon since 2009.We specialise in the Design, Installation and Maintenance of:-Solar Photovoltaic, Solar Hot Water, Heat Pumps and Mechanical Ventilation.All our products are fully accredited and we are not tied to any manufacturer so we can choose the best products for you and only we only install products chosen for their durability, effi ciency and quality.Sundial Solar Solutions are fully accredited and we only use our own staff who are fully trained and qualifi ed. We off er whole house design and project management and can help you with any planning applications.Come and see us for a chat and see how you could benefi t from the governments clean energy cah back schemes that are running for Renewable Heat and Electricity Generation.Hannah Carleton

[email protected]

Okehampton Business Centre,Higher Stockley

Mead, Exter Road, Okehampton Devon EX20 1FJ

01837 558280

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TGC Renewables Ltd TGC Renewables Ltd is a renewable energy developer and principal installation contractor. We work with investment funds and individual landowners to deploy medium scale wind turbines, large scale PV systems and Solar Farms.TGC was formed in 2006 with the ambition of making a substantial impact on energy security and climate change, in ways that make fi nancial sense and without asking people to change their 21st century lifestyles. We are market leaders in our fi eld.We off er solutions to farms and businesses who want to realise a new income stream by renting a piece of land or by owning a renewable energy solution which hedges their energy bills. TGC off ers a full range of services for wind turbines and solar panels covering feasibility, planning, grid connection, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and on-going servicing.Leila Winterbottom

[email protected]

TGC House, Duckmoor Road Ind. Est.,

Duckmoor Road

0117 941 7095

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WRENWREN (Wadebridge Renewable Energy Network) is a not-for-profi t co-operative. WREN facilitates the development of the low carbon economy in this North Cornwall population to maximise local economic benefi t in terms of community income generation, as well as investment and local industry development. WREN’s own income is directed to those community projects and investments chosen by its members. WREN is also working with key stakeholders to bring wider economic benefi ts, including high-value employment, to the area. WREN subjects itself to external evaluation in order that the model may be refi ned to allow replication of eff ective elements elsewhere. The WREN programme is described on www.wren.uk.com. WREN was recognised as Best Community Initiative in the SW Green Energy Awards 2011, and Best Third Sector Company in the Cornwall Business Awards 2012.Stephen Frankel

[email protected]

Carhart Mill, Wadebridge, Cornwall PL27 7HZ

01208 816818

WREN

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Wardell Armstrong Wardell Armstrong provides earth resources and environmental consultancy services to industry, utilities, developers, landowners and the public sector. Our renewable energy experience covers wind, biomass, energy from waste, anaerobic digestion, geothermal, hydro, wave, tidal, solar and building integrated renewables projects with a proven track record spanning more than 20 years. Our experienced, expert staff are well known in the industry. They understand the technology and economics of renewable energy and carbon management, as well as the detail of the options available. They have real experience in delivering successful projects, and are able to off er a complete package including impartial advice.We’re able to off er advice on all renewable energy technologies and related areas, including waste management, the built environment, brown fi eld site redevelopment, energy infrastructure, planning, EIA and environmental permitting.Within a broad range of expertise, particular areas of speciality are:• Wind energy – site identifi cation (GIS), feasibility

studies, site design, planning, EIA and fi nancial modelling

• Solar power - site identifi cation, planning and EIA, feasibility and site design

• Anaerobic digestion – fi nancial assessment, planning, environmental impact assessment and permitting

• Building integrated renewables – demand assessments, technology fi t and costings

• Biomass CHP feasibility studies, design, planning, EIA

• Renewable energy evidence bases for planning policy development.

• Carbon foot printing and management• Business process re-engineeringHaydn Scholes

[email protected]

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The Council’s ‘Green Cornwall’ Programme for example was created in 2009 in recognition of this and provide a dedicated Strategy and leadership to achieve our common goals. The dependence on imported fuel is detrimental to our local economy, costing approximately £1.4bn each year, and makes Cornwall particularly vulnerable to rising fuel costs and increasing global demand for diminishing fi nite resources. We recognise that there is a broad range of renewable resources in Cornwall, including solar, wind, wave, geothermal and hydro, from which electricity and heat can be generated and we are keen to promote an awareness and understanding about these resources.

Cornwall’s installed renewable energy capacity has consistently been amongst the highest in the south west and our wind farms and solar farms were amongst the fi rst to be built in the UK. We are proud to host the Wave Hub project, we have granted planning permission for two of the UK’s fi rst geothermal power stations and the

Planning for renewable energy in Cornwall

National Solar Centre is now proposed here in Cornwall. We are partners within a European energy programme, ‘Intelligent Energy Europe’, and a number of our European partners will be attending the Show. We are proud that these initiatives are all featured within this Show programme. Informed by our comprehensive assessment of the renewable energy resource in Cornwall, the emerging Cornwall Local Plan includes challenging targets for future installed renewable energy in Cornwall. This document will be available for consultation towards the end of 2012.

If you are considering the development of a renewable energy project here in Cornwall you are encouraged to contact the Planning and Regeneration Service at an early stage. The Council has recently introduced a number of measures to provide a consistent and more proactive pre-application advice service, including the use of Planning Performance Agreements which can provide a dedicated case offi cer throughout the

planning process. Domestic and small scale renewable energy applications are normally dealt with by our general planning team. The larger scale renewable energy proposals are dealt with by our strategic planning team.

We have also produced a series of renewable energy planning guidance documents which provide advice on the design and preparation of a planning application and explain the level of information normally required to support such a planning application. These guidance documents, which have received recognition across the Country, may be viewed atwww.cornwall.gov.uk/renewableenergy

Cornwall Council recognises that Cornwall is heavily reliant upon the importation of fossil fuels, particularly oil and gas, to meet the energy demands of many sectors of the Cornish community

Our staff will be available

throughout the two day

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We have a range of renewable energy guidance notes available

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Solar PV in Cornwall

The installation of a solar PV facility remains an attractive option for anyone wishing to generate electricity from a renewable source in Cornwall

The south west of England has the highest UV levels in mainland UK and, combined with the introduction of the Feed in Tariff (FiT), has received considerable interest in the installation of solar technologies in Cornwall (known as solar PV). The FiT is a fi nancial incentive introduced in April 2010 to promote the uptake of a range of small scale renewable energy technologies.

Although the FiT level has decreased since its introduction, the cost of solar PV has generally also reduced by a proportionate amount. The installation of a solar PV facility remains an attractive option for anyone wishing to generate electricity from a renewable source in Cornwall.

Dr. Matthew Trewhella, Director of Independent Energy said “During 2011, it became increasing clear that PV prices were dropping very fast and that FiT rates needed to change. The Government was heavily criticised for the way these changes were handled as it led to two massive PV installation peaks in November and February. Since then, installation rates have dropped substantially and are currently well below the Government’s targets. The irony is that the current rates are good and the system implemented sets an excellent framework for long-term growth in the industry. Most experts put the low take-up rates down to low consumer confi dence caused by the poor handling of the initial FiT rate cuts.”

Since the introduction of the FiT Cornwall has experienced considerable interest in the development of solar farms. These are large scale solar PV facilities, consisting of up to 25,000 solar panels, with an installed capacity of up to 5MW, and covering an area of up to 15ha. A 5MW solar farm would generate suffi cient to meet the annual electricity demand of approximately 1,400 homes. Cornwall Council has prepared planning guidelines for all sizes of solar PV development.

Ben Cosh, Director of The Green Company, said “In addition to FITs, another subsidy arrangement has been in place for many years: The Renewable Obligation Certifi cates, or ROCs. ROCs are available for all solar developments, and although DECC are currently consulting on making changes to the ROC regime, the policy is relatively stable. The Green Company is developing solar farms under ROCs, and has just received planning permission for an 8MW project, which is the largest solar development in the UK.”

Anyone planning a solar farm installation is particularly advised to avoid land of high agricultural value and areas of high scenic and landscape value or archaeological interest. Solar farms, which are secure and away from intensive agricultural activity, have the potential to make exciting wildlife havens.

Over 30 solar farms in Cornwall, each up to 5MW have been granted planning

permission and 12 of these, with a combined installed capacity exceeding 50MW, have now been built. Interest in the development of solar farms remains strong. Much larger 20-30MW scale facilities, have also recently received some interest in Cornwall.

The roofs of many domestic, commercial and agricultural buildings in Cornwall, correctly orientated and structurally suitable, are able to accommodate a solar PV installation although some properties, including listed buildings, may wish to consider the alternative possibility of a ground mounted solar PV installation.

ContactCornwall CouncilTel: 0300 1234151

www.cornwall.gov.uk

The 1.4MW Wheal Jane solar PV farm in Cornwall under construction in Spring 2011. Image courtesy of Lightsource


Prior to the advent of steam power, many of Cornwall’s industrial businesses were powered by water in the form of river or leat based water wheels and a number of tidal mills were in operation. These installations harnessed the power of the water to drive mills, workshops and pump water from the mines. It has been suggested that over the centuries, there may have been as many as three thousand mills operating throughout Cornwall (Benney – 1972 - An Introduction to Cornish Watermills).

With the need to produce more renewable energy in the form of electricity, the potential of harnessing hydropower (energy derived from the fl ow of water) in Cornwall has arrived once more.

DECC’s 2010 hydropower resource assessment considers that there are potentially 322 sites in the south west which can off er a viable hydro power solution with the capacity to generate 20 – 30 MW of potential energy.

Rivers in CornwallThere are approximately 4000km

of river in Cornwall, of which 3,250km are classed as ‘Ordinary watercourses’ (under the responsibility of Cornwall Council), and 750m are classed as Main Rivers (under the responsibility of the Environment Agency)..

What consents are

required for a hydropower

development?The planning consent determines

if a scheme is an appropriate use of land, including the riverbed, taking into account a range of environmental and socio-economic factors. The Environment Agency permits determine the design and operation of a hydropower scheme to deal with issues such as fi sh migration, water abstraction from rivers and fl ood risk.

Cornwall Council believes that more modern smaller hydro-electric schemes, such as the example of archimedes screw (pictured) can produce power throughout Cornwall and could be suited to community led projects and therefore the Council has produced a planning guidance note to support the development of hydro-electric schemes.


www.cornwall.gov.uk

It has been suggested that over the centuries, there may have been as many as three thousand mills operating throughout Cornwall...

Hydropower in Cornwall

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Geothermal Energy in Cornwall

Geothermal energy could supply 20% of UK’s energy needs

A recent study by energy consultants Sinclair Knight Merz suggests that deep geothermal resources in the UK could provide the equivalent energy of around nine nuclear powerstations, or 20% of the UK’s energy needs.

Such a study is highly encouraging for Cornwall given the potential deep geothermal resource available here. Granite is the only rock type that generates substantial heat. Elements in the Earth’s crust decay generating heat in the process, and this heat accumulates in the granite over geological time. Cornwall is famous for its granite.

In 1977 a large-scale research project was undertaken including drilling a 2.8km borehole at Rosemanowes Quarry near Penryn, which made several technological advances, but at the time was uneconomical.

A deep geothermal power or ‘hot dry rocks’ facility involves drilling boreholes to a depth of approximately 4,500m, where the rock temperature is estimated to be 170-180oC. Water is pumped down one borehole (the injection well) and is forced through fractures in the rock where it is heated before returning to the surface via a second borehole (the production well). At the surface the superheated water will pass though a heat exchanger to produce power and heat.

The viability of deep geothermal energy systems has increased

dramatically in recent years due to a range or technical advances.

Planning permission was granted in

October 2010 for the development of

a geothermal power station in St Day. The facility would eventually generate 10MW of electricity and 55MW of

heat for local use. Dr Ryan Law of Geothermal Engineering Limited said “the project recently received support of approximately £6million from the Regional Growth Fund to help drill and test the fi rst of three wells planned for the site. However, there is still a lot to do to ensure that the Government fully supports the development of deep geothermal projects in the UK.”

Planning permission was granted in

December 2010 for the development

of a geothermal energy facility on

a site adjacent to the Eden Project

which would generate 4.5MW of

electricity and 3.5MW of heat for

export to the grid and the Eden Project. Tony Bennett of EGS Energy Limited said “we are working in conjunction with BESTEC GmbH and the Eden Project to develop the geothermal energy plant based on technology that was originally researched in Cornwall and has developed into commercial power producing systems in France and Germany. We are currently sourcing funding to raise capital costs to start development.”

ContactCornwall CouncilTel: 0300 1234 151

www.cornwall.gov.uk


With careful positive planning it is hoped that conservation of Cornwall’s unique landscape asset can go hand in hand with the generation of renewable energy

To date, Cornwall has led the way in England with the enthusiasm to embrace renewable energy. Delabole is the site of Britain’s fi rst commercial wind farm, which become operational in 1991 and the turbines at Carland Cross erected in 1992 have become an iconic landmark in the centre of Cornwall.

Although the technology to generate power from wind turbines has a greater impact on the landscape than say a biomass plant; the various forms of energy generation mean that pressures on the landscape of Cornwall can be spread over a number of technologies, each with varying impacts on the landscape character and how we appreciate our wonderful countryside.

With careful, positive planning it is hoped that conservation of Cornwall’s unique landscape can go hand in hand with the generation of renewable energy.

Looking across Cornwall it is clear that diff erent places have diff erent a landscape character. Understanding the landscape’s character is vital to ensuring new development can be accommodated successfully.

The 2007 Cornwall Landscape Character Assessment is key to providing the detail needed to link

development to the landscape. An understanding of what is important about the places we live and visit is described in the assessment which has recently been used as a baseline for further studies on landscape sensitivity and capacity for wind and solar energy generation.

Cornwall wants to be green, but green also refers to the landscape, to a need to ensure that the Cornwall of tomorrow can support itself through energy generation, but that this is not at the expense of the character of Cornwall which is its single greatest economic driver.

Whether the proposal for renewable energy be wind turbines, photovoltaic farms, geothermal or hydro-electric each has its own impact on the landscape, and the impact of each development in association with others in the locality needs to be carefully assessed to conserve the Cornwall we love, for future generations.

ContactCornwall CouncilTel: 0300 1234 202

www.cornwall.gov.uk

Our landscape

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Ecological benefi ts

It is estimated that 15 – 37% of species could be extinct as a result of climate change if changes aren’t made to the way we generate energy

We often take biodiversity and our environment for granted. The Government recognises that planning needs to be part of the process that reverses the decline in biodiversity.

Considering the natural environment and biodiversity is an important aspect when choosing a suitable site for a renewable energy scheme, although the availability of the resources is also an important consideration. The cumulative impact of renewable energy development should also be considered.

Wind energy is seen as a medium conservation risk, although the exact nature of that risk is unknown, there is a threat to birds and bats which should be addressed through the planning permission process. We have worked with the Wildlife Trust and the RSPB to produce guidance on single wind turbines; how to ensuring appropriate surveys are carried out and minimise the impact on birds and bats. If sited correctly wind power has signifi cant energy generating potential and minimal ecological risk.

Traditional meadows are declining and species like the skylark and hedgehog are now threatened, even though they don’t require specifi c habitats. Solar farms present a lower risk to wildlife and off er easier opportunities to improve biodiversity.

Small changes in land management can make a big diff erence to habitats and in some cases can connect habitats which may have been fragmented.

Creating new habitats• Try to keep existing hedgerows

and/or leave a buff er strip to allow growth. Leave the south-facing site of the hedgerow open to allow reptiles to bask in the sun

• Plant hedgerows, used as visual screening, with local species

• Plant buff er strips down slope, this prevents soil erosion and encourages fl owering and seeding which provides vital food for birds and insects

• Create fl ower meadows by reducing nutrients in the soil either through grazing, not fertilising or turning the topsoil during any construction works

• Create a wildlife pond, not just for aquatic species but for wildlife drinking

• Create an open glade which would allow Skylarks to nest

• Provide nesting or roosting sites on on-site buildings

• Create compost piles or refuge piles from cuttings, wood, turf and rocks for small species to refuge .

Contact

Cornwall Council

Tel: 0300 1234202

www.cornwall.gov.uk


Cornwall Council brings together developers and planners to develop innovative new partnerships designed to ensure that the county can take full advantage of renewable opportunities while preserving the historic environment

Our historic environment

Cornwall is unique in the British Isles in its richness of both known and unknown archaeological sites and historic buildings. This is recognised by exceptionally high numbers of legally protected sites and landscapes of national and international signifi cance. It also plays a fundamental part in Cornwall’s economic well being, the quality of our environment being key to attracting investment from both tourism and business.

The conservation of heritage assets is one of the 12 core planning principles for sustainable development in the new national planning policy framework. We believe that the key to sustainable development in such a sensitive environment depends on intelligent and proportionate management of information. The historic environment team off ers a range of services to aid sustainable development.

Information Provision

We manage the Cornwall and Scilly Historic Environment Record. This dynamic, fully GIS enabled database, is the primary repository for mapping the historic environment. It includes records for all known designated

and undesignated historic assets and landscapes in Cornwall.

You can consult the Historic Environment Record free of charge or the historic environment team can retrieve data for you for a modest fee. We also maintain mapping data predicting the historic landscape sensitivity of Cornwall to proposed solar and wind power development.

Pre-application planning

advice

At pre-application stage we can provide renewable power planning applicants with advice on how to assess the direct impacts of wind and solar projects on archaeological sites and on the settings of designated historic assets. We also provide briefs for and validate the work of external consultants.

Where desired, priority enhanced services can be provided as part of bespoke planning performance agreements. This can be particularly useful to developers with complex applications which may involve the evaluation of signifi cant archaeological sites or those which require environmental impact assessments.

We do this by providing certainty on timescales and on the levels of detail likely to be required in the application.

Once adequate assessment information is available, the historic environment team will work with planners and the applicant to identify design solutions which minimise harmful impacts while maximising any opportunities to enhance the signifi cance of aff ected assets through recording or improved management. This approach both protects the historic environment and maximises the opportunities for renewable energy.

Contact

Cornwall CouncilTel: 01872 323603

www.cornwall.gov.uk

Above: Geophysical survey was used to investigate an area of land to be included within a proposed photo-voltaic power generation site near Higher Treworder, east of Wadebridge. The survey confi rmed the presence of a large double-ditched enclosure and revealed important further information including an extensive area of prehistoric settlement containing a number of small enclosures and ring ditches. © ArchaeoPhysica Ltd

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Wind energy in Cornwall

There are now nine wind farms in Cornwall, suffi cient to provide home grown electricity for approximately 31,500 homes

Welcome to Delabole, home to the UK’s fi rst commercial wind farm. Back in December 1991, 10 Vestas 400kW turbines began operating at Delabole with an annual output of 12 million kWh, suffi cient to meet the electrical consumption of approximately 3,000 average homes.

In 2010, these were replaced by 4 Enercon E70 wind turbines, an investment of nearly £12 million. The four turbines, operated by Good Energy, measure 64 metres to hub and 99.5 metres to highest blade tip and have an installed capacity of 9.2MW. These generate enough electricity to meet the annual electricity consumption of approximately 5,000 homes.

The wind resource in Cornwall

is amongst the best in the UK (as depicted in the map right).

It is for this reason that there are now nine wind farms in Cornwall, suffi cient to provide home grown electricity for approximately 31,500 homes (this assumes a total installed capacity of 57MW, a capacity factor of 0.3 and an average household electricity consumption of 4,700KWh/year, although these factors may vary).

Additional wind farms, such as the two wind turbines proposed at Grampound Road and the repowering/extension of existing wind farms means that there is likely to be an increase in wind based electricity generation here in Cornwall. This is especially true for

smaller, 50-500kW turbines now seen throughout Cornwall having benefi ted from the strong government support for renewable energy.

Obviously, when considering any proposal for the installation of a wind turbine there is a need to recognise the varying sensitivity of the diff erent parts of the Cornish landscape so that any landscape or visual eff ects can be carefully considered alongside other potential impacts such as ecology and archaeology. However, Cornwall has shown that wind turbines can work in the landscape and alongside existing industries such as tourism, to produce electricity, jobs and investment for local people.

ContactCornwall Council

Tel: 0300 1234151

www.cornwall.gov.uk

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The LEAP project focuses on the key role of local authorities in meeting European targets through eff ective local leadership on sustainable energy

Cornwall Council is proud to be a partner in the European Leadership for Energy Action and Planning (LEAP) project. LEAP was developed to help break down the barriers to achieving European energy policy objectives. These are: • Achieving safe, secure, sustainable

and aff ordable energy for all;• Enhancing the competitiveness of

European industry;• Tackling climate change;• Creating sustainable jobs.

If the European Union’s challenging energy and climate targets for 2020 are to be achieved, we need a coordinated eff ort at all levels. The LEAP project focuses on the key role of local authorities in meeting these targets. It does this through eff ective local leadership on sustainable energy. There are nine local authorities across seven countries participating in the project - Germany, Croatia, Slovenia, United Kingdom, Ireland, Lithuania and Bulgaria. The LEAP project is led by the Town and Country Planning Association.

Cornwall Council’s LEAP actions are:• Hold a Cornwall Renewable Energy

Show in 2011 – so successful, we are holding it again this year!

• Develop energy planning case studies with businesses and communities – this is underway

• Prepare Renewable Energy Planning Guidance – these have been

developed and are available on the Natural Resources stand at the Cornwall Renewable Energy Show and online at:www.cornwall.gov.uk/renewableenergy

• Undertake a renewable energy Resource Assessment – an initial assessment has been undertaken and the results are available at:www.cornwall.gov.uk/naturalresources However, please note that this is currently being updated.

• Undertake a Heat Study – this is underway

We also signed up to the Covenant of Mayors in October 2011. This is a voluntary commitment for local and regional authorities to increase energy effi ciency and use of renewable energy sources. We are committed to submitting a Council approved, Cornwall wide sustainable energy action plan (SEAP) before the end of the LEAP project.

Cornwall’s SEAP will outline the measures and policies that will be implemented to achieve (as a minimum) the EU 2020 targets to:• Reduce CO2 emissions by at least

20% • Reduce energy demand by at least

20% • Increase installed renewable energy

by at least 20%

The SEAP will look at Cornwall’s emissions from sectors that the Council can infl uence and identify how we will achieve our targets. The plan will capture and measure current activities and the intended actions planned for the next 3-5 years. It will also provide longer term measures for all target areas that are to be delivered before 2020. Cornwall’s SEAP will be an evolving delivery document directing Cornwall towards a low carbon future.

For more information about LEAP and to read and/or input into the SEAP, please visit the natural resources LEAP/SEAP stand at the Cornwall Renewable Energy Show.

Contact

Caroline Carroll, Development Offi cerTel: 01209 616984

Email: caroline.carroll@cornwall.

gov.uk


A national solar centre

for St Austell

Establishing the NSC in St Austell will underpin ongoing eff orts to make Cornwall a UK leader in renewable energy and will create jobs and bring other companies to the region

The Building Research Establishment (BRE), in partnership with Cornwall Council, has created an innovative proposal to establish a National Solar Centre (NSC) in St Austell. The centre will drive the future development of the solar industry, give confi dence to end users and generate economic growth in the region. This proposal refl ects the commitment to solar power demonstrated by the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC), in particular the continuation of the Feed in Tariff (FiT) and acknowledgement that solar power has a role in our future energy mix.

Working with the support of the established solar industry, the NSC will collect data and evidence from a range solar installations across the country. Potential sources of this data include: existing industry end user generated data, industry supplier generated data, consumer generated data (small to large scale), DECC, utility companies and existing university based data collection projects. This new body of knowledge will be used to:• optimise the long term performance

of solar technologies• create best quality assurance, design

advice, product knowledge and technical standards

• provide a code of practice for construction and solar industries

• support Building Integrated solar market development

• create a hub of solar expertise that will enable the sector to perform to its highest potential

• reduce risk for organisations that wish to invest in solar

In its proposed form, the National Solar Centre will include the following functions:• A centre of excellence for solar

including an international perspective

• Product database and advice• Monitoring and maintenance

services• An evidence database of system

performance• A solar code of practice for

construction and solar industries• Support BIPV product and market

development• Provide training courses for system

design and “train the trainer” accredited courses

• Give advice on installation optimisation, quality and cost reduction

• Assist the operation and optimisation of existing sites

• Carry out research and development of products and systems

• Investigations, verifi cation and fault fi nding for existing systems

• Due diligence testing for large installations

• Research on better integration for grid connection and grid supply-demand matching

In this way, the National Solar Centre, which will initially employ fi ve people, can support the solar industry to mature and thrive. Establishing the NSC in St Austell will underpin ongoing eff orts to make Cornwall a UK leader in renewable energy and will create jobs and bring other companies to the region.

Representatives from BRE and the proposed National Solar Centre will be on stand 9 at the Cornwall Renewable Energy Show and will be happy to discuss the proposed centre and how it can support businesses in Cornwall.

Contact Jonny Williams, BRE Wales and South WestTel: 01792 630107


Images: copyright SolarBIPV

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The South West Marine Energy Park builds on the region’s unique mix of renewable energy resource and home-grown academic, technical and industrial expertise. Greg Barker MP, January 2012

Earlier this year Greg Barker MP, Minister of State for Energy and Climate Change, launched the South West Marine Energy Park (SWMEP). Having taken the initiative to lead on its creation, Cornwall Council worked with Regen SW and a wide range of industry and academic partners from Cornwall, Plymouth and Bristol. The work covers the geographic area covered by three Local Enterprise Partnerships, shown on the map below.

Combining off shore energy resources, infrastructure and a collaborative partnership of industry, government and academia, the core objective of the SWMEP is to create a positive business

environment that will foster business collaboration, attract investment and accelerate the commercial development of the marine energy sector.

Cornwall is already the home of some key businesses in the supply chain and research institutions required to support the deployment and commercialisation of the innovative wave and tidal energy industry. Many of these businesses and institutions are working internationally. The photograph at the top of the page is a Cornish Company towing a tidal device that was manufactured in the South West, in Orkney-Waters tidal energy test site

The Wave Hub and Fab-Test sites off shore from Hayle and Falmouth are central elements of the region’s ability to attract a crucial industry which is still in its infancy. Cornwall Council is leading the development of a Marine Energy Business Park on the site of the old power station at Hayle Harbour.

The crucial role now for the newly appointed, industry led, Steering Board of the SWMEP is to attract investment and work with the UK Government and strategic partners, including those in Scotland, to help de-risk the industry to allow it to move smoothly and successfully from demonstration to commercialisation.

It is vital we keep the intellectual capital, manufacturing expertise and skills in this country. We have the components for long term leadership and do what various regions across Europe have been successfully achieving in other areas of renewable for decades.

ContactSandra Rothwell, Head of Economic Development, Cornwall CouncilTel: 01872 224202

Johnny Gowdy,Programme Director RegenSWEmail: [email protected]

Image: Two 2.3MW wind turbines Delabole Wind Farm, Cornwall

Like the rest of the Good Energy team, our wind turbines here at Delabole – Guinevere, Martha, Thomas and Titch – have been working hard this year.

With every wave of their blades they’re helping to power the local community with clean, green electricity. In the last 12 months they’ve generated enough to supply all the homes in Delabole about ten times over.

And thanks to our industry-leading Feed-in Tariff and PPA teams, in the last year we’ve grown from helping 2,000 homes, businesses and communities choosing to produce their own power, to over 35,000 – and the number is still rising!

It means people up and down the country are benefitting from clean energy, generated in the UK from British sunshine, wind and rain.

Local, natural, everlasting. This is Good Energy.

If you’d like any more information or a tour of the turbines please come and find us on Stand 31.

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Robin and Louella are confi dent that they will be proved right in their belief that, in the right place and subject to strict planning regulations, power from the wind, the sun, biomass and water will play a signifi cant part in saving the planet.

Cabilla Manor

Home to the explorer Robin Hanbury-Tenison and his wife Louella, Cabilla Manor is a spacious Georgian farmhouse on the edge of Bodmin Moor, run for the last fi fteen years as a successful, luxury Bed & Breakfast business.

Built on the site of a Domesday manor, the present house is a listed building built in 1780 and 1820. A working hill farm, it is surrounded by acres of woods and moorland. Horses from the Camargue in Southern France, and sheep and cattle are farmed.

Robin has been involved in environmental campaigning for many years. A founding member and now President of Survival International, which is today the world’s leading human rights organisation, campaigning for the rights of indigenous and uncontacted tribal peoples, seeking to help them determine their own future.

In the late 1970s he led the largest scientifi c expedition to date for the Royal Geographical Society, taking 120 scientists deep into the heart of Borneo for fi fteen months to study the tropical rain forest properly for the fi rst time. This expedition, the subsequent scientifi c papers and Robin’s book,

Mulu: The Rainforest (one of 19 books he has currently in print) started the global rainforest movement.

In the late 1990s, Robin created The Countryside Alliance out of three country sports bodies: The Countryside Movement, The Countryside Business Group and The British Field Sports Society.

Robin has been President of the Cornwall Wildlife Trust and is President of the Camel Valley and Bodmin Moor Protection Society and the Cornwall Red Squirrel Project.

After years of campaigning for many causes, Robin and Louella decided last year to invest in renewable energy in, for them, a major way. • Discretely positioned behind the

house is a fi eld array of 50kW of

photovoltaic panels supplying electricity to the house and for export to the grid.

• Further up the hill is a 15kW

wind turbine. This also supplies electricity to the house and exports to the grid.

• Central heating and hot water are provided through two large Air

Source Heat Pumps.

• Robin’s son Rupert runs a forestry business, which is developing exciting new forms of biomass production.

• In the deep valley below the house are the remains of ancient mine workings, where there were formerly fi ve water wheels. Plans are in hand

to use the existing leat and thirty metre drop to install a 50kW water

turbine.

If the plans to install a water turbine come to fruition, this would make Cabilla Manor the only farm in the UK harvesting power from all four elements: Earth, Fire, Wind and Water!

Robin and Louella also drive an all electric, zero emission estate car, making all their travel within Cornwall eff ectively free.

Robin and Louella (pictured below) admit that it has been a scary time, as the coalition government appeared to waver in its commitment, but they are confi dent that they will be proved right in their belief that, in the right place and subject to strict planning regulations, power from the wind, the sun, biomass and water will play a signifi cant part in saving the planet.

Contact Robin Hanbury-TenisonTel: 01208 821 224


www.cabilla.co.uk

www.robinsbooks.co.uk

Eden’s Matt Hastings is ESTA Energy Manager of the Year 2012. He must be doing something right!Gus Grand, Climate Change Lead, Eden Project


Preliminary fi gures for 2011-12 show they are right on track: since the baseline year, Eden have reduced emissions from gas use by 25%, and electricity by 23%, despite opening a new café, and starting to bake all their own bread.

Eden take a broad approach to energy issues, combining practical reductions on site, renewable energy installations and projects to help reduce fuel poverty and widen access to the Feed-in Tariff . Gus Grand, Climate Change Lead at the Eden Project, explains how they have prioritised energy issues.

Reduce energy consumption

“We started from a relatively good position, with buildings designed to be effi cient with super insulation and natural lighting and ventilation. But technology moves quickly and in 2010 it was time to invest to reduce our energy use, thanks in part to a loan from the Carbon Trust. Key measures are: Building Management System; high-effi ciency boilers; and energy-effi cient lighting.”

Raise awareness and helping

everyone to access the Feed

in Tariff (FiT)

“It’s no good having fantastic energy-saving technologies if staff don’t play their part in greening operations too. Our ‘Every One, Every Watt’ campaign extends our energy policy to every member of staff , encouraging them to

get involved in reducing as many watts of power as possible, both at work and at home.

With household bills having risen 75% between 2004-2010, and looking set to rise further, Eden has been looking at ways to help everyone share in the success of the FiT scheme, and to reduce their household bills.

In terms of numbers of installations and price reductions, the FiT has been a success, but the scheme has a tendency to benefi t the better off . This is why Eden got together with Ebico, the UK’s only not-for- profi t energy supplier, to put together a more accessible project.

The result is Eden Solarfair, the UK’s fi rst staff solar scheme. Ebico fi nanced the 50kW solar PV installation on Eden’s warehouse roof, and then we off ered 136,000 £1 shares to Eden staff , friends and family, with a minimum investment of £200. Eden uses the electricity the PVs generate for free, and shareholders should make a return of around to 16% a year for twenty fi ve years.

To try and get a better deal for consumers, Eden has got together with Cornwall Council, the NHS in Cornwall and St Austell Brewery and is setting up Cornwall Together, a social enterprise to buy energy. Collectively we have 35,000 staff , and we reckon that if we join together we can get a much better deal on gas, electricity, heating oil and coal than we each can alone. A pilot phase will launch in July. Staff can sign

up to a website, and then we’ll hold a reverse auction to get the suppliers to bid for our business in September. After the pilot, membership will be opened out to all the residents of Cornwall in October 2012, and the rest of the UK in 2013. We hope that by buying together, consumers will be able to save 10-20% on their bills. As a social enterprise, profi ts will be recycled into measures to help members reduce their electricity bills through insulation, and invest in more renewable generation. Power to the people!”

Generate power

“We’re experimenting with several technologies to make up a portfolio of power, but the big story is the geothermal plant. We have planning permission to build here at Eden one of the UK’s fi rst geothermal power plants generating both heat and electricity, in partnership with EGS Energy. With a capacity of 3–4MW and the ability to generate 85% of the time, it should produce enough electricity to supply Eden and around 3,500 households, as well as heating for the Biomes.”

Contact

Gus Grand, Climate Change LeadTel: 01726 811 936


Helping us to tread lighter on the planet

The Eden Project is working hard to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 25% by 2013 (compared with 2007-2008); with a longer-term aim to reduce emissions by a further 55% by 2015. That’s a total 80% reduction – equal to the government’s national target set for 2050.

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A recent barn conversion has also created a holiday cottage at Helsett Farm.

Their happy herd of pedigree Ayrshire cows produce more than enough thick organic milk for their handmade ice cream which is famous throughout the country. Everything is made in small batches for their elite client base of restaurants and delicatessens.

Extra milk goes into Helsett Farm creme fraiche, smoothies, yoghurts and cream. All their products are jam packed full of wholesome natural ingredients.

Helsett Farm’s aim is to make products with as many local organic and or British ingredients as possible, all the milk and cream are from the farm. Other ingredients are fairtrade where possible, as well as being organic.

All products are handmade thus creating local jobs. Sourcing the main ingredients from the farm also reduces food miles.

“We use as much of our milk as possible and also as much of the skimmed milk as possible to reduce waste. As far as possible, we buy our added ingredients from one organic co-operative. We also reuse as many tubs as possible to reduce waste” says Sarah Talbot-Ponsonby, owner.

Helsett Farm believe it is very important to be as green and sustainable as possible. To this end they have recently installed a 50 kilowatt solar PV array. This was installed through Mole Valley Farmers.

They are currently discussing with a neighbour the possibility of erecting a

We believe it is very important to be as green and sustainable as possible...

Helsett Farm is a 300 acre organic dairy farm situated near Boscastle in north Cornwall. The farm has a herd of pedigree Ayrshire cows from whose rich and nutritious milk they make ice cream and a number of dairy products.

wind turbine which, combined with the 50 kW solar PV array, would make them virtually self suffi cient in terms of energy consumption.

Additionally, the onsite holiday cottage is partly heated by a wood burner.

The farm also attempts to run a ‘piggy back system’ with their deliveries to cut down their carbon foot print.

This means that they collect and deliver for other producers along the route and try, as far as possible, to come back with a return load.

Contact Sarah Talbot-PonsonbyTel: 01840 261207

Email: helsett.icecream@

btconnect.com


Hendra is one of Cornwall’s premier holiday parks, accommodating over 450,000 holiday nights annually from March through to November. Situated on the outskirts of Newquay, the business operates on 80 acres of its larger land holding of 160 acres, and has been a family owned and run park for 40 years.

With an Environmental

Sustainability Strategy in place, Hendra has made many advances in sustainable business practice. They have found this to be an exciting and rewarding challenge for all the directors, managers and staff alike.

Director, Janine Hyatt says “One of the most signifi cant milestones in our sustainability mission has been the successful carbon off set of our Oasis Fun Pools. This was made possible through 23 separate energy saving initiatives across the park, which range from heat recovery units to running our land train on bio-fuel, made using waste cooking oil”.

In addition, Hendra have: reduced

oil consumption by 50% since 2001; despite off ering larger, centrally heated caravan units, driven down

LPG usage by 23% since 2006 whilst

also enhancing customer comfort; reduced electric consumption by 20% (before the commissioning of SunPower Meadow, reducing power import by a further 70%.); achieved

a 39% reduction in average guests’

carbon footprint since 2006 (SunPower Meadow will increase this to a 65% reduction by 2012.); reduced landfi ll by approximately 65% since 2001 as a result of recycling campaigns and on site refuse compaction; on-site

borehole water to reduce dependence upon piped water; planted over 12,000

trees and shrubs since 2006.The second major milestone was the

commissioning of SunPower Meadow in July 2011 – a 1.46MW solar PV farm. This 10 acre facility, comprising 6,260 modules, was one of the fi rst to go live in the UK, and remains as one of the largest direct feed solar farms in the country; the annual solar generation profi le fi ts perfectly with Hendra’s seasonal demand profi le i.e. power production peaking in the height of summer, along with occupancy. They hope to use more than 80% of all electric generated, with any surplus exported to the National Grid. However, Hendra are developing plans to make use of this un-harnessed generation to replace oil/gas fuel use on site.

SunPower Meadow is expected to provide up to 70% of the park’s electricity demands (roughly equal to that of 400 domestic homes), saving 1,300 tonnes of CO2.

The facility was built in just 6 weeks under a very tight schedule due to the FiT review. Clear guidance from

Cornwall Council’s Natural Resources Team, together with a close relationship was critical. As the project progressed rapidly, it was vital to minimise its impact on the local environment. Furthermore the array design, developed in conjunction with the Natural Resources Team, allowed 75% of the area to remain for agricultural and ecological purposes.

The Natural Resources Team and Hendra were enthusiastic for the facility to become an educational resource for guests and the local public. Information and generation displays are located on site, and a real time performance chart is available through the park’s TV network and website. They have also provided free on site electric vehicle

charging points for use on site by the public, as part of a wider community investment in sustainable transport infrastructure.

Hendra are clearly ambitious for the future, Will Dexter, Financial Director says “Our commitment is to monitor and continually improve current practices; work with environmental groups to get the best advice; continue to reduce landfi ll waste; develop new ideas for energy savings; and fi nd innovative ways to further engage our guests, staff and local residents to support sustainable practices.”

ContactJon Hyatt, DirectorTel: 01637 875 778


We never lose sight of the fact that it is the Cornish environment that is our guest’s predominant destination. Even from a purely commercial perspective, safeguarding the Cornish environment is future-proofi ng our business

We were extremely proud to be recognised for these extensive and ambitious achievements at the 2011 Cornwall Sustainability Awards, where we were awarded both ‘Best Managed Large Business’ and ‘Overall Winner’. Jon Hyatt, Director

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Imerys has taken renewable energy to the core of its Cornish operations

With more than 240 industrial facilities in 47 countries, the company has over 16,000 employees and mines 29 diff erent minerals. In the United Kingdom, Imerys Minerals Limited (IML) manage the extraction, processing and marketing of Kaolins (china clay), Ball Clays and Calcium Carbonate. IML directly employs around 1,200 people, of which approximately 1,000 are based in Cornwall.

IML’s Kaolin operations are centred on the Mid Cornwall area to the north of St. Austell. In this area IML operate 6 open cast quarries, 3 Refi neries, 4 Drying complexes, Engineering and Warehousing facilities and a deep water port at Fowey. These operations run 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Approximately 85% of the Kaolin produced in Cornwall is exported.

Kaolin was fi rst discovered in west Cornwall by Plymouth Chemist William Cookworthy in 1746. Kaolin was subsequently discovered in mid Cornwall in 1748 and the industry has been active in mid Cornwall and a key regional employer ever since. There have been many developments in the industry over the years and with an ever changing world IML must continue to lead further developments to sustain itself in modern times. New markets and product developments are continually being investigated and the Company is also looking to fully utilise its large land bank which, because of its location and topography, has signifi cant potential for renewable energy technologies.

Energy is the Company’s largest operational cost due to the energy intensive industrial processes that are

fundamental within its mining, refi ning, drying, packaging and transportation activities. IML continues to explore and invest in opportunities to reduce energy consumption, both in the context of more energy effi cient equipment and from new developments.

In turn, IML is thinking bigger and working on a number of projects in partnership with renewable energy developers and stakeholders to identify new opportunities that will deliver signifi cant and sustainable

renewable energy to its operations in Cornwall and Devon. Projects could also deliver renewable energy to the local communities and Local Distribution Networks by means by means of exporting surplus energy.

IML owns approximately 4,000ha of land within mid Cornwall. This land has a diverse range of uses ranging from: fl ooded pits that could be used for hydro schemes; restored mica dams that are suitable for solar parks; large industrial facilities where biomass and/or Anaerobic Digestion (AD) could be developed; through to exposed land suitable for wind developments. In addition, IML also owns and operates its own 11Kv Electrical Network which is connected at 6 export points to the Local Distribution Network. The opportunities are there and are being evaluated.

Renewable energy projects currently underway include: a partnership with a Cornish based wind energy developer to identify suitable sites for wind developments; a partnership with an Advanced AD developer to build a plant in Devon that will convert local commercial and industrial waste into biogas then electricity - this concept could be replicated in Cornwall; exploration of the potential for hydro electricity and pump storage; exploration of the potential to use

biomass energy to supply heat and electricity to Imerys drying facilities; partnerships with multiple solar PV developers to build several multi-megawatt solar parks.

With an extensive land holding and an extensive array of energy consuming sites, there are many renewable energy opportunities that IML are evaluating. IML is determined to fully appraise all such opportunities and then select those best placed to help sustain its Cornish business for years to come.

ContactHenry Leivers, Renewables and Business Development ManagerImerys Minerals Ltd, Par Moor

Centre, Par Moor Road, Cornwall,

PL24 2SQ

Whilst the energy savings from relatively ‘quick-win’ initiatives are always welcome, these will not always protect the business from the impact of future energy price rises and sustain its competitiveness in a world market. Henry Leivers, Imerys

Imerys is a world leader in mining natural resources and converting them into value-added products.


Sustainable Award winning Little White Alice is a complex of six greener cottages whose aim is to be self suffi cient in water and energy. Set in 25 acres of wild rugged landscape, the cottages are snuggled into the highlands of Carnmenellis in west Cornwall and centre around a unique, magical communal natural swimming pool, a sheltered fi repit and Swedish style wood burning hot tub.

Walking the fi ne line between luxury and engrained eco awareness, Little White Alice is a fi ne example of two worlds meeting and creating a rich experience for its guests, whilst treading very gently on the environment around it.

Green is at the heart of Little White Alice, which has just celebrated its fi rst birthday this March, but has already made quite an impact on the green holiday scene. It won the Gold Award for Sustainable Tourism in Cornwall, was listed top of the Guardian Green Travel List last year and has just won Silver for Sustainable Tourism in South West Tourism Awards.

The exclusive luxury cottages manage to marry together a fi ne mix of old traditional materials and crafts with new technology and innovation with an acute sensitivity to quality and detailing. There are hand crafted kitchens, original glass panels, sculptural willow and hand woven textiles throughout for the creatives, with fl at screen TVs, I-pod docking stations and A-rated kitchen appliances for the techies.

Each of the six cottages have an energy effi ciency rating of 120 created with wood burning stoves, ground

source heating, solar thermal panels

for hot water, high levels of insulation – mainly recycled newspaper – and triple

glazed windows.A 3 year struggle with the position

and running of their kW6 Kingspan

wind turbine has fi nally reached a positive resolution and Little White Alice should soon be providing enough energy to power their whole site making them self suffi cient in energy. Any shortfall will be met by the installation of freestanding photovoltaic panels in the autumn. Plans are already underway to install two electric car charging

stations in the car park this summer to give guests a greener travel alternative.

Already self-suffi cient in water – an on-site borehole and UV fi ltering

system provides all their drinking water and reed beds fi lter the sewage. A two acre coppicing wood, where guests can plant a tree to off set their journey, should eventually make them self-

suffi cient in wood. A developing vegetable garden,

chickens, bees and pigs already go some way to off ering guests the opportunity to experience some very local produce.

Little White Alice works hard to support local business around it and has forged strong links with local activity providers such as Explorer Cycles and Stithians Watersports Centre and encourages guests to buy groceries etc from local suppliers such as the Cornish Food Market.

Little White Alice are also active Ambassadors for CoAST (Cornwall Sustainable Tourism Network) and business supporters of The Cornwall Wildlife Trust. They have hosted a number of educational events around Sustainable Tourism and are working with both Phd and MA students.

ContactRosie HaddenTel: 01209 861 000

Email: enquiries@littlewhitealice.

co.uk

Walking the fi ne line between luxury and engrained eco awareness, Little White Alice is a fi ne example of two worlds meeting and creating a rich experience for its guests, whilst treading very gently on the environment around it

In the short period of time that they have been open, owners Rosie and Simon have done much to create a small slice of heaven high up in the Cornish countryside.Green Traveller

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We are aware that as a company our work has direct and indirect impacts on the environment

MPAD was established in 1999 as a PR and design agency by Managing Director Mark Picken. As one of the South West’s leading marketing, public relations and design agencies, MPAD takes it’s commitment to the environment very seriously, working to reduce the impact of its business activities.

Staff members at MPAD contribute a lot to the Cornish community. In particular, Mark volunteers for the Prince’s Trust and fellow director, Rachel Picken, is the longest-standing committee member of the Hub, Cornwall’s business network for young people and new entrepreneurs. Mark is also vice chair of Business Leaders for Low Carbon and was named Best Individual at the 2009 Cornwall Sustainability Awards. The company was also named Sustainable Business of the Year in the South West at the British Chambers of Commerce awards 2011.

The fi rst step MPAD took towards a more sustainable business model was to identify which elements of the company’s working activities have an impact on the environment. This was found to include travel, electricity consumption, offi ce waste, water consumption and discharge, paper consumption, food waste and ink usage.

In November 2007, MPAD began a measure, manage and reduce approach to limit the direct impacts from the business to the environment. This resulted in annual targets to

reduce business and travel to work mileage, offi ce waste and electricity consumption. In addition, Mark is establishing an Environmental

Management System with the aim of achieving ISO14001 by the end of 2012. Achievements to date include:• Business and travel-to-work miles:

A total reduction of 14,662 travel-to-work miles and 8,476 business miles since July 2008 equating to a cost saving of £3,485

• Recycling: In 2009/10 MPAD recycled 89% of offi ce waste, 2010/11 it recycled 97%, and in 2011/12 the company recycled 93%

• Electricity consumption: Reduced electricity consumption by 564.7/kWh in 2010/11 saving £120.98

Projects and initiatives include:• Measure, monitor and manage

electrical consumption, waste to landfi ll and the amount of business and personal car miles through fl exible working and alternative transport/car sharing

• Annual targets for the reduction of business and travel to work mileage, offi ce waste and electricity consumption.

• Installation of a weekly p/kWh unit measurement to provide a running total of unit spend which acts as a baseline and highlights if appliances are left on, or if there is an excess in usage.

• Measure, monitor and reduce travel implications of client meetings

• Reduce the use of non-sustainable

materials used in print jobs by providing clients with print quotes from suppliers with FSC/ISO14001/BS8555 accreditations

• Act as an exemplar to other businesses and ensure that sustainability is made a key part of the advice and support provided to clients.

To encourage behavioural change, MPAD’s environmental policy is displayed publically in the company’s offi ces with staff made aware of their responsibilities through training and induction. This makes the policy easily accessible to customers, suppliers and the public.

MPAD is now working to manage the Company’s indirect impacts to the environment. This includes a continued plan to ensure that clients, suppliers and associates consider how they travel to the company’s offi ces and working closely with print companies to ensure that all printed material is as sustainable as possible..

As a company we’re really proud of the work we do to improve our sustainability. It’s important to us that we do our best to protect the environment, as well as support the local community. But it is also important that it has viable business benefi ts and through the work we are doing we have seen an impact on our bottom line.Mark Picken, Managing Director.

ContactMark Picken, Managing Director

Tel: 01872 321 533



Newquay Zoo opened in 1969 and has become one of the country’s top zoos, with ground breaking and innovative conservation programmes. Newquay Zoo has always been environmentally aware and conscious of the dangers of climate change. In 2003 the zoo began to look more closely at its carbon footprint and impact on the environment. Their initial contact point began with the Carbon Trust, who assisted them with advice and support while also carrying out an energy audit and report of recommendations for resource effi ciency and energy savings.

After a number of energy audits,

simple changes to business practices and the implementation of an Environmental Management

System (EMS), Newquay Zoo invested in fi fty solar PV panels and three solar thermal panels, at a cost of approximately £54k, with funding assistance from EDF energy and the Government’s Low Carbon Building Programme – Phase 2. The benefi ts to Newquay Zoo of these latest developments include:• On average the solar PV generates

over 5,000kwh annually of renewable energy/year

• A saving of 3.5 tonnes of CO2/year • This is a cost saving of approximately

£2,200/year The Zoo has also invested in a live

web based monitoring system which shows how much power is being generated and the CO2 savings.

To date since installing the Solar PV in 2009 the Zoo have generated 15,299.64 kWh and saved 10,709.75kg of CO2, the equivalent of two 4 tonne elephants and a baby! That is a cost saving of over £6,500. As part of their EMS, energy consumption levels of electricity, gas and water are monitored and recorded monthly. As a result of monitoring, recording and improving, water consumption is now the lowest it has been since records began in 2003, saving thousands of pounds every year.

Thermal imaging – By hiring a thermal imaging camera, pictures were taken around the zoos offi ces and enclosures to identify areas of heat loss and help combat energy wastage.

In line with their continuing commitment to reduce the zoo’s environmental impact and following the thermal imaging report completed in March 2009, the zoo have replaced many enclosures which are more

energy effi cient and insulated all existing enclosures. This has reduced gas consumption by over 30%.

In addition to this, the zoo is minimising waste by re-using and recycling where practicable; promotes the use of public transport and the exploration of the local area by foot; runs a ‘Conservation Club’, which is an opportunity for businesses to be linked directly with the zoo, demonstrating support for wildlife conservation and the environment; and by prioritising staff training to enhance awareness of environmental issues and ensure eff ective management of environmental impact.

It is the implementations of these types of measures that have ensured the zoo retain their ISO14001 accreditation, an international standard awarded to bodies demonstrating commitment to environmental improvement. They are among just a handful of zoos worldwide to hold the standard.

As an ambassador business for the Cornwall Sustainable Tourism Project, the staff at Newquay Zoo are happy to share best practice and often give presentations to other organisations.

ContactRuth Grant, Environmental Offi cer

Tel: 01872 242711 or 01637 873342

Email: ruth.grant@truro-penwith.

ac.uk

Many of our species are endangered due to deforestation and development pressures which contribute to climate change. It is fi tting that our attempt to change the world for the better sit on the enclosures of some of the world’s most endangered species.

Under our environmental management system every impact of the running of the business is monitored, recorded and improved

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Polperro United Renewable

Energy Ltd (PURE)

The key aspects of PURE’s aims relate to: reducing CO² emissions; reducing imported energy; reducing energy inequality; funding projects through energy policies and initiatives

Lansallos, in south-east Cornwall, is a sparsely populated rural Parish (0.8 people per ha, compared to a Cornwall average of 1.4). The Parish is home to approximately 2,000 people and 1,000 households.

In 2011, a small group of like minded individuals in the village of Polperro (in Lansallos) started working on a low carbon living strategy for the area, using the CSE Plan Local Workshop Tool as a framework. Thanks to the group’s consultation work, they were already on Cornwall Council’s radar for inclusion under the Green Cornwall Strategy and the Leadership for Energy Action and Planning (LEAP) initiative.

From this group, Polperro United Renewable Energy Ltd (PURE) was established as a community co-operative in December 2011 in response to an opportunity to apply for DECC funding under the LEAF initiative. “The local economy is in serious decline and in urgent need of invigoration and revitalisation!” Paul Vaughan, PURE.

PURE’s aims are as follows:• To reduce imported energy to the

Parish through development of renewable energy technology.

• To fund community projects from energy generated income within the Parish.

• To reduce the CO² emissions from energy use within the Parish.

• To reduce the total cost of energy to all members of the community.

PURE was successful in securing £48,000 of LEAF funding to carry out a number of community engagement events and undertake 2 key feasibility studies in the Parish: the fi rst study deals with housing stock assessment modelling in Polperro; the second study is an examination of renewable energy potential in the Parish. Both feasibility studies were carried out in February 2012 by the Centre for Sustainable Energy (CSE).

Total annual energy demand for the Parish is estimated at 49,976,087 kWh and total annual CO² emissions estimated at 17,572 tCO². Due to the nature of the housing stock in Polperro, both measures are far higher than the regional and national averages. In excess of 30% of people in the Parish are in fuel poverty (those who spend 10% or more on fuel).

Clearly, there are signifi cant

opportunities to make savings and

retain the fi nancial benefi ts within

the community.The fi rst study found that if all of the

measures identifi ed were to be installed: the total costs would range from about £14m- £18m; the average cost per dwelling would be between £15,000 and £19,500; the average Standard Assessment Procedure would rise to

66 (band D); the average household annual energy demand could drop to 23,000kWh; the average household annual fuel bill could drop to around £2,000, which is a drop of over £1,000.

The Government’s Green deal and ECO initiatives that are due to be rolled out in late 2012, are identifi ed as the key fi nancial opportunities for the resident population in the Parish to fi nance the improvements that can be made, with customer contributions ranging from £1,500- £2,400. For renewable energy measures, the Feed-in Tariff (FIT) and Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) will potentially provide further fi nancial assistance.

The second feasibility study has shown that signifi cant opportunity exists with regard to solar energy

potential, wind and biomass and

massive potential community gain has been identifi ed. Opportunities include a community scale solar PV system on the community primary school roof, a site at the local football club, and some sites identifi ed for micro, small and medium scale wind turbines.

ContactPaul VaughanTel: 07834 999 708

Email: paul.vaughan@hotmail.

co.uk www.mypolperro.org/pure

...we are still at a very early stage, but we have now delivered the LEAF project initiative within our community, which included the fi rst 3 community engagement events, completed the feasibility studies, and 2 detailed feasibility reports that point the way forward to a more sustainable and enriched future for everyone living and working in Lansallos Parish! Paul Vaughan, PURE


St Austell Brewery

St Austell Brewery aim to not just meet, but exceed appropriate legislative requirements. As a company which is already environmentally conscious they are setting a tough target to cut their carbon footprint by a further third...

St Austell Brewery Company Limited was founded in 1851 by Walter Hicks, who mortgaged his farm for £1,500 to set up his business in St Austell. The Company remains in private hands with numerous Walter Hicks’ descendants involved as shareholders, employees and directors. They are one of the longest established of only thirty independent family brewers left in the UK and are totally committed to continue brewing and retaining their independence.

Through their association with the British Beer and Pub Association the Company signed a Climate Change Levy Agreement in 1999. Part of this agreement was to record, monitor and reduce emissions on an ongoing annual basis. The Brewery’s carbon footprint in 2010 was 7,200 tonnes and 6,950 tonnes in 2011 - a reduction of 3.6%.

St Austell Brewery go to great lengths to be environmentally effi cient, with an environmental steering group chaired by the Company’s Financial Director and strong buy-in from all staff at all levels.

They have taken the decision to go even further, with an overall target of a 30% reduction in carbon emissions in 5 years, which they are well on target to achieve.

To begin addressing this ambitious target, the Brewery’s initial contact was with the Carbon Trust, who undertook an energy audit assessment in three

areas of the business – a pub, depot and head offi ce. The Carbon Trust produced a report of recommendations to the Company in order to manage resources more effi ciently and to reduce energy use as well as the Company’s carbon footprint. St Austell Brewery have completed the majority of the recommendations to date. Projects and initiatives include:• Build in new heat recovery and

energy saving systems in addition to those already in operation in the brewing process. St Austell ales are brewed using water from the company’s own private adit. Used malt and hops are recycled for animal feed and waste water is treated in the Brewery’s own water cleaning plant before being sent to South West Water.

• Further developing the Brewery’s successful local sourcing policy for brewing ingredients and produce.

• Waste Food Collections - all Managed Houses now have weekly waste food collections – diverting this waste stream from landfi ll.

• Actively choosing environmentally friendly materials as well as suppliers who share the Brewery’s commitment to protecting the environment where possible.

• Continue raising awareness within the Company and its Tenanted Estate including a category for

Environmental Business of the Year into the annual St Austell Brewery Estate Awards.

• The Brewery promotes environmental awareness throughout the Company and its pub estate including: installation of energy-effi cient lighting across its Managed Estate which can reduce energy use by up to 75%; minimise water use within all its operations and continue to install waste saving management systems throughout the Company; segregation of all waste streams from all operations; operate a company wide philosophy of ‘spend to save’ on all new projects.

Compliance Offi cer at St Austell Brewery, Robin Freight says, “As a company which is already environmentally conscious we are setting a tough target to cut our carbon footprint by a further third but we believe it’s important to challenge the way we operate in all our business streams. We will continually monitor our performance and identify areas for improvement”.

ContactRobin Freight, Compliance Offi cerTel: 01726 627 161

Email: robin.freight@

staustellbrewery.co.uk

The introduction of the Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC) is an important factor. Although the Brewery does not currently meet the minimum 6,000MWh per year of electricity they have declared themselves on the register in order to address any peaks in energy use.

Our continuing belief is that thinking global and acting local is an important way in which we can contribute to future sustainability

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St Endellion -

Climate Friendly Parish Project

St Endellion is a civil parish in North Cornwall, centred on the fi shing village of Port Isaac and including other settlements such as Trelights, Port Gaverne and St Endellion itself. It has become known recently as the setting for the TV series ‘Doc Martin’, and as the home of the shanty singing group, ‘The Fishermen’s Friends’.

Cornwall Friends of the Earth Climate Campaign developed the idea of helping a village or parish become ‘Climate Friendly’ by reducing its carbon emissions. St Endellion Parish Council was approached and in September 2006 it was unanimously agreed to support the initiative. Parish Council member Robert Manders and local resident Tony Wainwright explain the journey so far…

“The fi rst thing we tried to do was get some sort of idea how much energy the Parish used in a year by undertaking an energy audit. Students, from a local college, drew up a questionnaire, which we delivered to every household. From the replies we received, we hoped to be able to estimate the total energy used domestically. Other members tried to obtain similar fi gures for all the local businesses, farms and fi shermen. Of course, it was not just a matter of taking readings from electricity meters, we had to estimate the quantities of petrol, oil, gas, logs etc. used in the house and associated vehicles, over the course of a year.

We expected to be able to repeat the procedure a year later, when we would see whether the Parish’s use of energy had increased or decreased. Our hope was that increased effi ciency in the use

of energy sources, better heat insulation and so on, which we would promote, would lead to a decrease. We could then truly claim to be a ‘climate-friendly’ Parish….of course, things are never that simple!

The replies to the questionnaire were not as numerous as we had hoped, despite the bribe of a prize for one lucky local resident. As a result, the estimates of total domestic energy consumption were statistically less valid than we had hoped, while it proved extremely diffi cult to collect equivalent fi gures for businesses etc. You might have thought that at least we could ask the electrical power distributor how much had passed through their network in a year…well, we could ask, of course, but the answer was not forthcoming!

Our attempt to set a bench-mark, against which we could compare energy usage in later years, seemed doomed to failure and so we turned to other ways of promoting climate-friendliness in the Parish.

In 2008, we were awarded a prize for the project which resulted in the Village Hall having its extensive roof

fully insulated. We had held a Green Fair in Port Isaac in July 2007, and in the autumn a high-profi le event, ‘Climate Change at the Edge’, at which our MP spoke, among others. In 2009 we held another Green Fair, based on ‘Local Power’, and the same year we were shortlisted for the Future Friendly Award, so a fi lm crew came down to the village and made a short fi lm. Unfortunately we didn’t win, but were voted runners-up. It was a

good competition and we met people doing some really exciting community projects.

The village Green Fair in 2010 was called “How Green is your Plate?”, and the food theme continued with our support for the Camel Community Supported Agriculture project, which now supplies some 30-40 vegetable boxes each week, grown according to organic principles. That autumn we were placed fi fth in the CRCC & SitaUK

Cornwall Sustainable Village of the

Year Competition, winning some sapling trees and a solar-powered torch.

Since that time, our members have concentrated on setting an example, such as by installing solar thermal water-heating, solar PV panels to reduce use of mains electricity, and replacing a much-loved large estate-car by a smaller saloon!

Over the years we have attended Green Fairs in our nearest town, Wadebridge, on several occasions, and at the Eden Project. We supported WREN, in its initial stages. Nowadays we contribute monthly articles to a local journal describing interesting web-sites with ‘green’ content, and promoting the use of our local footpath network and other climate-friendly activities. Our continuing belief is that thinking global and acting local is an important way in which we can contribute to future sustainability.”

ContactRobert MandersEmail: [email protected]

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The Olde House

The family started farming in Chapel Amble almost a century ago; now the 4th generation have moved into the renewable age thanks to 330kw of solar PV panels

The Hawkey family started farming in Chapel Amble in 1915. The 4th generation have now moved into the renewable age thanks to 330kW of solar PV panels which produce some of the electricity they need for their holiday cottage and farming businesses.

Andrew and Janice and their sons Shaun and Oliver, run The Olde House Holiday Cottages and Penpont Farm in North Cornwall.

Penpont Farm is a 550 acre old fashioned mixed farm. Realising in the early 1980s that they may need to diversify, Andrew and Janice started to renovate their old farm buildings into holiday cottages. This was the nucleus for a business that has fl ourished for 25 years known as The Olde House. Over the years they have added extra facilities including an indoor swimming pool, indoor/outdoor play areas, tennis courts and a pets corner.

Faced with rising energy costs for the Farm, cottages and pool, they started to investigate renewable energy generation. They looked at renewable energy as a diff erent type of diversifi cation; one that does not rely on them applying as much time and labour.

The energy cost for the farm and holiday businesses are considerable and the Hawkeys knew that they were bound to continue to increase. When the Government announced the Feed in Tariff (FiT) scheme, they realised the business could benefi t from it.

This led the family to diversify the business further by installing three

ground mounted solar arrays: a 242kW array on a 1.7 acre site close to the cottages, these 1,008 photovoltaic panels supply

The Olde House directly with 240mWh of electricity; a 50kW array that feeds Penpont Farm; and also a 30kW array with all the electricity being consumed onsite with any unused being sold to the national grid.

Shaun and Oliver sourced as much as they could from local companies with tremendous help from Aardvark Environmental Consultants, Plug into the Sun, Western Power and Cornwall Council Planning Department.

Mole Valley Farmers supplied the PV panels and JPCS supplied and installed the Groundscrew and Krinner Frames. Cornish fi rm ‘Plug into the Sun’ were the main contractors for the project and supplied all the inverters and electrical work on the site.

During this project they became members of Wadebridge Renewable Energy Network (WREN) to promote the benefi ts of renewable energy in the community. A percentage of the

income from the solar panels will

be paid into the community fund to benefi t the Wadebridge area.

Recently, two electric vehicle charge

points that feed directly from the solar panels have been installed. This will allow guests and members of the public to charge their vehicles while on holiday or while they are there for the day. These charge points were donated by Zero Carbon World. The family is now looking into purchasing an electric vehicle for use on site.

Contact Shaun HawkeyTel: 01208 813219



We set out to build a new hotel because we wanted to show that sumptuous need not mean unsustainable and that luxury isn’t necessarily a guilty pleasure

Opened in September 2009 and the sister to neighbouring Bedruthan Hotel & Spa, The Scarlet is a 37 bedroom luxury hotel perched on the cliff s above Mawgan Porth on Cornwall’s north coast. Built to the highest eco standards, boasting locally sourced food and an award winning Ayurvedic inspired spa, the Scarlet is all about ‘sustainable luxury’.

Claire Beard, Sustainability Manager at The Scarlet explains, “We hope that we have dared to be diff erent with some of our more innovative off erings. We have a natural swimming pool, fi ltered only by a reed bed; log fi red (FSC wood only) hot tubs for soaking weary limbs; and have challenged the concept of fridges and kettles in bedrooms by instead providing a complimentary room service tray enabling guests to be served with freshly brewed coff ee and tea, and fresh milk.”

In addition to these innovative approaches, the Scarlet has a variety of other energy saving and renewable initiatives in place, these include: • A biomass boiler, which runs on

wood pellets sourced from a local company, heats the hotel;

• Evacuated tube solar water heating (solar panels) heats the indoor pool and any excess is used to top up supplies which heat the hotel;

• Electricity is provided by Ecotricity who ensure that 100% of the electricity purchased is generated through renewable sources;

• Exceptionally high levels of air

tightness throughout the building; • An air-to-air heat exchanger uses

heat from stale air being expelled to heat the fresh air being drawn in from outside;

• High levels of insulation throughout – using a combination of rigid hardboard and mineral wool;

• Low level, low energy and LED lighting throughout the hotel;

• Time controlled, movement sensors on lights in all public areas (corridors and washrooms);

• A building management system in place which is continually monitoring the amount of energy being used;

• Guest room lighting operates on a lighting control panel, enabling

guests to select lighting to suit the weather and their mood

• Staff are conscious of energy consumption and employ practices and routine checks to ensure that energy is not being used unnecessarily e.g. computers and equipment being left on when not in use.

On top of the energy saving initiatives, The Scarlet also has a ‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle’ approach to waste management; a variety of water saving initiatives in place including greywater recycling; a ‘Buy Local, Buy Responsible’ procurement policy; electric vehicle charging points; and encourages sustainable transport by off ering discounts to all those who arrive on foot, by bike, train or bus.

Claire summarises The Scarlet’s ethos on sustainability, “We are very proud of the hotel that we have built and the painstaking eff orts that we have made to protect and harmonise with our unique environment. We like to think that we’ve put our money where our mouth is and are leading by example, showing that great design can go hand in hand with sustainability.

We hope our impact has been far-reaching and that we have managed to change some people’s hearts and minds, making sustainability more accessible and enjoyable.”

ContactClaire Beard, Sustainability ManagerTel: 01637 861 203

Email: claire.beard@scarlethotel.

co.uk

A sustainable building alone isn’t enough. The Scarlet aims to reduce negative impacts on the environment, forge strong relationships with the local community and increase positive economic impacts for the local area, whilst still delivering a fabulous, quality guest experience – we’re very proud of our eff orts!

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The beach, natural environment and local community are at the heart of Watergate Bay and we see it as our responsibility to preserve these

For Watergate Bay Hotel, sustainability is at the very heart of their business “Aside from the obvious environmental and economic reasons, the public is much more proactive when it comes to sustainability. We think our guests would expect us to be doing these kinds of things given our location and ethos” says Commercial Director, Chris Hugo.

There’s certainly a lot happening at Watergate Bay. The hotel has recently completed phase two of its fi rst sustainable building project ‘The Village’ (see right); a collection of eco homes that use the latest technology to make them ultra energy effi cient.

But that’s not all. In May 2011 the hotel installed a bio digester and biomass

boiler, the fi rst of its kind in Cornwall. Built by Okehampton based fi rm, Bio Nova, it eliminates the need to send food waste to landfi ll by converting it into a bio fuel which powers a biomass boiler. This supplies Fifteen Cornwall, The Beach Hut and Watergate Bay Hotel with hot water and takes 45% of total waste away from landfi ll.

The hotel has also applied to the Low Carbon Grant Fund to help install a CHP

unit and solar thermal panels. Their new spa development has been built to provide a highly effi cient low carbon building and will be powered by a CHP unit. If successful with the funding application, the technology will be used to power the whole 69 room hotel and provide a small demonstration of renewable technologies to guests.

EnergyShare have carried out a feasibility study to test the Bay’s potential for creating its own energy using wind, solar and hydro. The initiative, from Hugh Fearnley

Whittingstall and his River Cottage team, seeks to empower communities to take control of how they use, source and generate their energy. As a result, a local farmer is progressing plans for a 50kw wind turbine on the surrounding land.

The hotel is also part of Cornwall Council’s LEAP project, which has put them in touch with students from Exeter University who are undertaking a detailed hydro feasibility study.

The Hotel has an Environmental

Management System in place. Through this they have improved energy effi ciency, reduced total

water usage and waste. On top of the sustainable energy

projects, the hotel hold monthly beach cleans and work with the Marine Conservation Society’s ‘Adopt-a-Beach’ initiative to hold quarterly beach cleans which are open to the public.

Sustainability Manager, Amy Hurst credits Coast (Cornwall Sustainable Tourism Network) and Business Link with initially helping Watergate Bay achieve its sustainability ambitions, through providing support, access to resources and information. Staff buy in

is also crucial to their success “The most important group to communicate our message to is our staff . Once they’re motivated and inspired everything else falls into place.”

Amy sums up the hotel’s sustainability philosophy “To us, sustainability means three things: a fi nancially healthy business; low impact on the environment; and being a positive part of the community. These are all interlinked and essential to the ongoing success of Watergate Bay and Cornwall as a whole.

Providing year round employment for 120 full time staff and sourcing much of our produce from Cornish suppliers, we can contribute to building a stronger local economy.

We recognise that our biggest asset is Watergate Bay itself; committing to environmental initiatives helps to make sure it remains an unspoilt playground for generations to come.”

ContactAmy Hurst, Sustainability ManagerTel: 01637 860543


We’re not in your face about sustainability, if you look at us you’ll see what we do


The survival, evolution and growth of Cornish expertise and knowledge, and the energy of centuries of experience deserves to be trumpeted

Wheal Jane

The Wheal Jane Mine was worked for tin, copper, silver, zinc and arsenic from the 18th century. Mineral extraction ended in 1992, following the collapse of tin prices.

The mine site, which lies just a couple of miles southwest of Truro, was largely abandoned in the years following Mine closure. The 170 acre site of the former Wheal Jane tin mine is now undergoing a unique transformation.

The Wheal Jane Group was formed in 1998 to continue mining related businesses which formed part of the mining company’s diversifi cation eff ort.

Aside from re-establishing its businesses at Wheal Jane and refocusing them to new markets, the company was faced with the challenge of the Wheal Jane site itself.

Encouraged by the local authorities, the company began developing a long-term strategy for the site’s use and rehabilitation. The result is a unique post-mining remediation project.

All the companies on site are active in aspects of ‘earth sciences’, including mining, minerals and renewable energy, and many benefi cial interrelationships have already fl ourished.

Building on the environmental theme of the business cluster and based on the site’s infrastructure, geology and geography, the company is developing opportunities for the generation of renewable electricity and heat.

The 7.2 acre solar PV farm at Wheal Jane (pictured right) was the fi rst to be

granted planning consent in the South West and the fi rst connected to the National Grid in the UK. Its 5,680 panels generate 1.4MW of electricity.

A single 1.5MW wind turbine is currently the subject of a planning application being considered by Cornwall Council.

Heat recovered from the now fl ooded mine workings on the site is estimated to have the capacity to provide geothermal district heating for the existing and planned new buildings which will make up the earth science park.

A biomass power generation plant is also being investigated which could provide both additional power generation and heat resource.

To complete the renewable project portfolio, the company is also working

with partners to tap into the electricity generating potential of the treated mine water which leaves the site after a fall of some 50 metres from its source. A mini

hydroelectric scheme will make best use of this valuable energy resource.

In combination, the renewable energy projects represent a real opportunity to establish a unique earth science park, for Cornwall and beyond, drawing its energy from renewable sources and supporting the restoration and rehabilitation of a former mine site.

ContactBernard Ballard, Director of Marketing and Property

Tel: 01872 560 200


In December 2011, Woodland Valley Farm was awarded ‘Continuous Commitment to Sustainability’ at the Cornwall Sustainability Awards.

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Live as if we’ll die tomorrow, but farm as if we‘ll live foreverChris and Janet Jones began putting

sustainability at the core of their business model back in 1985 when a waterlogged fi eld was converted into woodland and a pond. Providing organic beef and pork for direct local sales through the farm shop, the 170 acre farm also off ers 4* group accommodation, with 46 beds in the form of barn accommodation, and meeting and conference facilities. In addition, outdoor classroom education is off ered, teaching subjects such as Geography and Science as well as traditional farming and countryside management skills. This education facility was supported through Objective One funding.

In 2006 Woodland Valley Farm entered conversations with Independent Energy, a local company off ering renewable energy solutions. This led to a 12 panel solar thermal

system being installed at the farm.

Since that time a number of energy effi ciency measures have been implemented on the farm, including: energy effi cient lighting; fi tting an A

rated boiler to supply the heating and hot water in one barn; in 2011 a 3.92 kW solar PV system was added to the study centre roof; wood burning range (saving approximately £1,200/year at the current price of oil); and a new 55kW wind turbine, which should generate 150,000kWh/year or more feeding directly into the electricity grid.

Other project and initiatives include:• Minimising consumption of

resources and energy, e.g. low energy light bulbs, solar thermal for heating water, own water supply (UV treated). Recycled furniture is used where appropriate.

• Reducing waste by buying locally with a minimum of packaging, reusing shopping bags and cardboard boxes, and recycling as much material as possible.

• Minimising food miles by using the farm’s meat products, by buying vegetables locally and in season and by buying Cornish cheeses for guests.

• Ensuring that waste and effl uent

is disposed of in a responsible

manner – food waste is composted, effl uent processed through a septic tank and reed bed before going to soakaway, and rainwater taken to separate soakaway.

• Continuous monitoring using the Climate Friendly Foods carbon footprint calculator.

• Farming organically using crop

rotations which help reduce weeds and pests without using harmful chemicals and fertilisers,

composting farmyard manure for maximum benefi t to the soil and minimum risk to the environment. This helps to maximise biodiversity and maintain the varied habitats which can be found on the farm.

Woodland Valley Farm is active in the local community both through the Transition Town movement and a number of other initiatives. An allotment scheme was launched in 2009 off ering local people the opportunity to grow their own food and reduce their food miles. In addition the Farm has been central to Low Carbon Ladock which aims to show how sustainable living can be achieved at the community level. The farm provided a site for a small community wind

turbine and planted 510 fruit and nut trees, showcasing edible woodland as a method of carbon sequestration and food production.

Chris believes that …‘We all need to manage our land in terms of the eco-system services it can provide, but we must not forget that these things may cost money and farmers need to be compensated either by direct payment or higher food prices. I would appeal to farmers to become thoroughly engaged with their local communities. Landowners are the only people who can provide sites for things like renewable energy and allotments on any great scale and we need to aware of what our villages and towns will need from us in future.’

ContactChris JonesTel: 01726 884127



As recently as the 1930s, many towns had their equivalent of the Wadebridge Electrical Supply Company. WREN’s strategy is simply to go back to a future where local energy resources complement central generation and supply

Professor Stephen Frankel, Chair of Wadebridge Renewable Energy Network (WREN), explains his philosophy on community energy networks.

“WREN is founded on a very simple premise: making energy less of a

cost and more of an asset. In every locality, some £1,000,000/year is spent collectively by every 1,000 people on energy for lighting, heating and transport. It follows that Wadebridge is spending approximately £10,000,000/year on energy. This money dribbles out of Wadebridge’s (and every other town’s) economy through innumerable individual energy bills, so people do not experience this economic leakage as a collective resource, however much they may complain about the cost.

This is rather an odd strategy for an otherwise intelligent people, for in Cornwall, as in many other parts of the UK, we have some of the best

renewable energy resources in

Europe, including sun, wind, tide, wave, geothermal and biomass.

WREN is therefore primarily a catalyst for local economic resilience. The fact that prevailing energy arrangements are dysfunctional in other ways, for example in risks to climate systems, dependency upon capricious countries, subject to unpredictably increasing costs, and result in short and long term pollution, is here a secondary issue.

Prevailing centralised energy arrangements, where individuals are isolated and passive recipients of centralised supply, are so bad for local economies that it is puzzling that

localities still collude with them. Current arrangements may seem normal, but it is worth remembering for what a brief blink of history they have existed. As recently as the 1930s, many towns had their equivalent of the Wadebridge Electrical Supply Company (pictured above).

WREN’s strategy is simply to go back to a future where local energy resources complement central generation and supply. The current centralised arrangements are very good for the few companies that operate them, and reassuring to governments, who tend to fi nd distribution of responsibility unwelcome. But they are not ideal for consumers, the environment, or local economic resilience.

WREN uses some 50,000 MWh/year of electricity. Our target is to generate 30% of Wadebridge’s electricity from local

renewable resources by 2015 (we think the national target of 2020 is too lazy) and demand reduction of 5%. We are confi dent of success.

This will bring in some £200,000/year into the WREN community fund, as well as save people money on their energy bills. WREN is a social enterprise, owned by its members, with a one-member-one-vote structure. All benefi ts above running costs go to community investment and community projects.

The programme involves demand reduction through household effi ciency – there is no point generating energy to heat the sky – as well as helping people take control of their energy use. For example we are developing the WRENGAGE system, with support from

Cornwall Council and our commercial partners Eco-Eye and Carnego Systems, to make energy monitoring a social and not an isolated experience. The problem is not behaviour change, it is culture change and you cannot do that on your own.

Renewable generation capacity is being developed from solar PV, wind,

AD and tidal sources, and WREN is developing schemes for low carbon

heating. In Cornwall people often have to

choose between staying near their homes and having a fulfi lling career. Tapping our own energy sources can help here too. WREN, in partnership with Cornwall Council, Cornwall Development Company, Wadebridge Chamber of Commerce, Wadebridge Town Council and the Wadebridge schools, is working to bring the WREN EcoPark to Wadebridge.

The opportunities presented by the low carbon economy are so very obvious. WREN is determined to transform the energy economy in its own area, but more importantly, seeks to show other localities how easy it is to take control of the second biggest resource that they have. Their biggest resource is obviously themselves and their determination to create a wise future for children.”

ContactProfessor Stephen Frankel, ChairEmail: stephen.frankel@wren.

uk.com

www.wren.uk.com

The Wadebridge Electrical Supply Company, 1920. © The Francis Frith Collection

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Cornwall has 400 miles of coastline; with average wind speeds of 7+ metres a second; the UK’s best levels of solar energy and the best geothermal levels in the country

With such a wealth of natural resources, Cornwall Council is perfectly placed to ensure the people of Cornwall benefi t.

Michael Bennett, Cornwall Council’s Strategic Assets and Energy Manager tells us more about what the Council are doing on their own estate.

So, what is Cornwall Council

doing about its carbon

footprint?

Cornwall Council is actively making improvements to many of its buildings to reduce direct carbon emissions and will continue to invest in renewable energy projects to indirectly off set carbon.

We aspire to be a national exemplar for renewable energy and our outcomes over the last 12 months have demonstrated how successful we can be.

We have invested £7m in the last year by:• Installing 1.6 megawatts of rooftop

photovoltaic panels• Upgrading to LED lighting upgrades

at most libraries• Improving automated lighting

controls• Implementing voltage optimisation • Improving boiler controls• Installing biomass boilers

Energy generation equates to around £500,000 per year, saving £272,000 each year in energy costs at our schools and council buildings and reducing

our annual carbon footprint by 1,484 tonnes.

We have also improved our ability to monitor our consumption by installing smart gas and electricity meters at the majority of our key sites; the Department for Energy and Climate Change estimates these typically save 5% on energy costs. We have also completed a smart water meter pilot project for our leisure centres.

Not only does this work save carbon, we will save money because more accurate data allows us to automate precise payments, preventing overpayments from estimated bills.

Why is the Council investing in

this technology in the face of

budget cuts?

There are social, economic and fi nancial reasons to save carbon and invest in renewable energy. From a purely fi nancial perspective, we have a vested interest in doing so where it pays for itself over a number of years. Furthermore there is a clear social imperative to reduce carbon emissions. As one of the largest Councils in the UK, taking a lead role is important to us.

The Council’s green Cornwall strategy (2011) aims to achieve a 40% reduction in our overall carbon emissions by 2020. With a specifi c focus on our property assets, the strategic carbon management plan (2011) sets a really ambitious aim of reducing those carbon emissions by 30% by 2016.

So far, so good...

but what’s next?

Much has already been achieved, but we will continue to invest in projects identifi ed in the carbon management plan, focusing on high energy users such as leisure centres.

We still hope to be one of the fi rst Councils in the UK to construct our own solar farm, and are willing to keep track of the full range of technologies that can help us achieve our ambitious objectives.

Cornwall Council has a rich history in environmental and sustainability work and, recognising the opportunities available, will continue to work hard to realise ambitious objectives that benefi t Cornish residents today and into the future.

Contact

Cornwall CouncilTel: 0300 1234 100

www.cornwall.gov.uk


South West Water provides reliable, effi cient and high quality drinking water and waste water services throughout Cornwall and Devon and in small areas of Dorset and Somerset.

South West Water came into being in 1989 with the privatisation of the water industry. They have invested heavily in new sites and technologies in order to ensure that the region’s drinking water, sewerage systems and bathing waters comply with stringent UK and European Union standards.

This extensive programme of environmental improvement is helping to protect some of the fi nest bathing

waters in Europe, picturesque scenery and clean rivers with stunning wildlife.

The provision of high quality drinking water and the removal and safe disposal of sewage is a complex operation that requires a signifi cant amount of energy.

As one of the largest energy-users in the region, South West Water recognises that renewable energy technologies have an increasingly vital role to play in reducing both costs and carbon emissions, and in the last three years the company has invested more than £5m on solar, wind, biogas and hydro electric schemes.

In Cornwall, eleven South West Water sites are now powered in full or in part by renewable energy. Solar PV panels have been installed at seven sewage treatment works with a further two using Combined Heat and Power

(CHP) systems. A hydroelectric

scheme is in place at Colliford, the region’s third largest reservoir, while a more recent development is the installation of the company’s fi rst wind

turbine at Lowermoor Water Treatment works in North Cornwall (pictured bottom left).

By 2020 South West Water is aiming

to generate 20% of its energy from renewable sources. Currently the company generates 15GWh and plans are in place to double this by 2015.

South West Water’s future ambitions include proposals for three additional

wind turbines in Cornwall, and the possible sourcing of energy from third party renewable energy providers in our region, thereby supporting our local green economy.

Ahead of the 2014 price review, which determines prices for the 2015-2020 period, South West Water is keeping renewable energy fi rmly in focus as part of the business planning process.

“Our use of renewable energy is already helping to improve our operational effi ciency and this can only be a good thing for our customers’ bills,” says South West Water’s Operations Director Stephen Bird. “Renewable energy is an essential aspect of our strategy to reduce our environmental impact. It’s very clear that combining renewable schemes with other advances in technology is allowing us to build a sustainable business for the future.”

Contact

Alan Burgess, Energy and Technical Services ManagerTel: 01392 443768 Email: aburgess@southwestwater.

co.uk

www.southwestwater.co.uk

As one of the largest energy-users in the region, South West Water recognises that renewable technologies have an increasingly vital role to play in reducing both costs and carbon emissions

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Organic, sustainable and carbon neutral, powered by renewable energy

Cottage Farm

Cottage Farm is an organic,

sustainable, carbon neutral farm

in Jacobstow, North Cornwall. It is powered by renewable energy with

near zero use of fossil fuels, one of the fi rst in the country.

Cottage Farm rear native breeds almost exclusively on grass with minimal use of supplementary fodder. They sell and deliver fresh organic meat boxes by carbon neutral means of transport, in reusable boxes.

Cottage Farm have demonstrated that it is possible to farm sustainably and in a resilient manner; that is without using fossil fuels, but still utilising machinery and energy. Every single aspect of the farm, house, lifestyle, travel and involvement in the community is driven by the need for sustainability and resilience.

The farm was converted to organic status and established a herd of local Red Ruby cattle and a fl ock of native Wiltshire Horn sheep. Cottage Farm supply their neighbours and others with fresh beef and lamb boxes at below the price of conventional meat, due to cutting out fertiliser, feed and energy costs and through removing all intermediaries by selling directly to customers.

Their house was also subject to an ‘eco-conversion’, reducing their carbon footprint from 7 tonnes CO2/year to – 1.3 tonnes CO2/year, a decrease of 119%!

As a result they are the fi rst house in Cornwall to have been accepted into the SuperHomes Network (www.Superhomes.org.uk), a charity building up a national network of exemplar energy effi cient, older retrofi tted homes.

They achieved this SuperHome status by fi rstly reducing consumption with loft and wall insulation, draft

proofi ng, low energy and LED

light bulbs, ‘A’ rated appliances,

solar security lights and many other measures.

They then switched their space heating to a wood burner and wood

fuelled Rayburn for cooking and heating. They also installed a Heat

Store, which is powered by solar

thermal tubes, the wood burner and an immersion heater, to provide hot water and to help heat the house through a connection to the existing central heating system. Solar thermal and a wood burner is an excellent combination providing plenty of hot water and space heating 365 days a year.

Electricity is provided by a combination of a wind turbine and solar PV panels, both with on-grid inverters. The combination produces power almost every day of the year. Water comes from a borehole pumped using the home grown electricity.

They make their own 100% bio-

diesel from waste vegetable oil. This powers a car, Landrover and the tractor, and is used to deliver the meat boxes.

That means that all the work done on the farm, all deliveries and general driving is almost completely CO2 free.

As members of the SuperHomes Network, they hold regular ‘Open Days’ for the public to learn about, see and touch the various energy saving measures and renewable energy devices, as well as enjoying the land and animals on an organic farm walk. The aim is to inspire others follow suit, saving themselves money on energy.

ContactPaul Sousek Tel: 01840 230548


www.CottageFarmOrganics.co.uk

www.TransitionNC.org

Having bought Cottage Farm back in 2005, without any prior farming experience at all, soon after I learned about Peak Oil, our aim was to establish a food producing business with a zero carbon footprint, serving our local community and other customers at aff ordable prices by cutting all our fossil fuel consumption.

Paul Sousek


Do you want to save money and

receive a 25 year index linked income?

Kencot Hill, the UK’s largest

FULLY CONSENTED Solar Farm

– 35MW, 130 Acres, 150,000 Panels. If you want scale, e-tricity has it. Ask us

how we can make your renewable project

a reality – no matter how big.

Unsure what technology works for your

business? Not sure what subsidies you can

claim? Do you need planning permission?

All valid questions and ones e-tricity can

answer, talk to one of our sale people today.

Let e-tricity help you with a domestic solar installation – and benefit from our £500 show discount on a 4kw system.

visit us on stand 31/32 to see how we can deliver

e-tricity are the country’s leading solar and renewable energy developer.

Based locally in the South West, e-tricity are a well established developer of Solar PV

and other renewable projects with over 150 Mega Watts of PV projects in our portfolio.

We fund, design, develop, construct, operate and maintain projects with outstanding results.

tel: 01208 72105

email: [email protected]

www.e-tricity.co.uk

Since 1997, Community Energy Plus has helped over 25,000 households save £2.5 million a year

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Helping to create a more sustainable future for Cornwall

Householders, communities and businesses in Cornwall have access to an award-wining social enterprise which can help them to reduce their energy use, harness the potential of renewable energy resources and create a more sustainable future for Cornwall.

Since 1997, Community Energy Plus has helped over 25,000 households save £2.5 million a year on their energy bills through insulation. They have also been involved in projects to install over

1MW of renewable energy capacity

in community buildings and projects

across Cornwall, which is enough to meet the electrical needs of around 600 homes.

Community Energy Plus helps householders in Cornwall enjoy warmer, energy effi cient homes by providing practical help with insulation and

heating; advice on managing rising

energy bills, tackling condensation

and mould and support to install

renewable energy technologies.Communities can also benefi t from

the services of Community Energy Plus to help develop and deliver their energy effi ciency and renewable energy projects.

Community Energy Plus is helping Fowey Renewable Energy Enterprise (FREE) to deliver a range or renewable energy technologies at ten sites across the town.

In Ladock, Community Energy Plus secured £500,000 of Government funding and delivered the Low Carbon Community Challenge, which tested practical ways to cut carbon emissions at a community level.

Community Energy Plus is also involved in community projects in Penwith, Illogan, Rame and Polperro.

They can support householders at every step of their journey towards achieving a more cost effi cient and sustainable home.

The social enterprise can access funds for certain services.

Low Carbon Futures (Community Energy Plus’ commercial trading arm) has a real understanding of the commercial value of sustainable business practice and is committed to helping businesses increase revenue, improve their environmental credentials and reduce energy costs.

Contact Community Energy Plus

Tel: 0800 954 1956


www.cep.org.uk


› Energy Performance Certificates and energy audits

› Site and building assessment and feasibility surveys

› Full range of services to secure planning consent

› Contractor procurement and management

› Feed-in Tariff and Renewable Heat Incentive registration

With 15 years’ experience of delivering energy efficiency projects for householders, communities and businesses we’re using our expertise to support Cornwall’s flourishing renewable energy industry.

For advice call Freephone 0800 954 1956 Or visit www.cep.org.uk

Find us on stand 15 for your chance to win an IPad 2.

Cornwall’s Independent Energy Experts

Supporting householders, businesses and communities at every stage of their renewable energy projects:

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WWF predicts that 1.8m are required in the UK by 2020 to meet CO2 reduction targets. More than that ‘EVs’ will enable greater proportions of renewables on the grid by ‘soaking up’ excess generation and, ultimately, will be able to feed this back into the grid!

ecodrive are pleased to be presenting a selection of the quickly expanding range of Electric Vehicles at the Renewable Energy Show on both days. The selection of new vehicles spans everything from city cars to people carriers and are a perfect complement to a wind turbine or photovoltaic (PV) solar installation on a home or business.

Nissan LEAF is the benchmark by which most EVs are measured. A practical range of 70-90 miles in Cornwall’s terrain, able to recharge quickly from high power Rapid Chargers, seating for 5 and a spacious boot all contribute to make it a very practical vehicle. Built-in ‘telematics’ allow interaction via the web or smartphone to check charge levels, remotely start the electrically-powered air-conditioning or heating (powered from the grid if still plugged in) and schedule the charging to take advantage of cheaper (or greener) energy.

Peugeot iOn is smaller and much less expensive than LEAF, but still boasts impressive driving performance, a comfortable (and surprisingly spacious) interior for 4 people and a 50/50 foldable and adjustable rear seat which gives a practical bootspace when

needed. Undeniably focussed as a city car, Peugeot iOn also excels in Cornwall: with rear-wheel-drive the front wheels are able to have an incredible steering lock making it a breeze for parking and negotiating tight turns. It has a maximum practical range in Cornwall of around 80 miles and can also use the same Rapid Chargers as Nissan LEAF. Peugeot’s Mu scheme allows access to conventional (or larger) vehicles for infrequent longer trips assuring mobility.

Vauxhall Ampera is the fi rst ‘Extended Range’ Electric Vehicle on the market combining a 25-50 mile electric-only range with a 1.4litre petrol-engined generator to allow longer trips with ease: perfect for the one-car household which normally covers relatively few miles per day but want the fl exibilty of an unlimited vehicle. Recharged overnight like a ‘pure’ EV for the day-to-day usage and with the effi cient generator achieving 50+mpg on longer journeys, running costs can be modest.

Depending on a lot of factors, not least vehicle type and driving style, an EV will use between 2,500 and 3,500 kWh per year for average mileage. Using an ‘Economy 7’ type cheap overnight tariff , this translates to an annual ‘fuel’ bill of around £300! With a domestic renewable energy installation, subject to the generation capacity and other ‘background’ loads, any ‘excess’ generation directed into your car eff ectively means that you can charge it for FREE!

All of the purely Electric Vehicles enjoy zero road tax, 100% First Year Allowance to write down the purchase cost against tax (for businesses) and are 0% Benefi t-in-Kind as company cars (Hybrids and Extended-Range EVs are 5% BIK). Requiring few service parts, these potentially off er very attractive life ownership costs depending upon individual personal or business circumstances.

We have driven all of these cars and covered tens of thousands of miles in all manner of EVs so come and talk to us and fi nd the one that suits you!

ContactMatthew Trevaskis, Director

www.eco-drive.co.uk

Electric Vehicles, recharged by renewable energy from either micro-installations or through the grid from larger scale generation, are recognised as being one of the most eff ective ways of ‘de-carbonising’ road transport.


Are you making a contribution

to renewable energy and energy

conservation in Cornwall?

Cornwall Council is celebrating those individuals, communities and businesses that are making a contribution to energy conservation and generation with its fi rst annual Renewable Energy Awards.

Who are the Awards for?

Whether you are an individual, a community group, a business or part of the renewable energy industry we would like to hear from you if you feel your project should win a Cornwall Renewable Energy Award 2012. There are fi ve categories and you may make a nomination in any category: • Best energy conservation scheme;• Best community renewable energy scheme;• Best small scale renewable energy scheme (<10kW

electricity or <50kW heat);• Best medium scale renewable energy scheme (11–

51Kw electricity or 51-100kW heat);• Best large scale renewable energy scheme (>52kW

electricity or >101kW heat);

How winners will be selected

Winners will be selected by a panel of judges and will be announced at the Cornwall Sustainability Awards in December 2012.

How to enter

To enter a nomination, please complete a short nomination form explaining the merits and innovations of your project and why it should win. Nomination forms are available at the Cornwall Renewable Energy Show and also online atwww.cornwall.gov.uk/energyshow

Contact

Ellie Inglis-WoolcockEmail: [email protected]

Tel: 01872 224551

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Any sustainable construction project, whether new build and retrofi t, requires an understanding of the regulations and standards and compliance in meeting those controls. We’re off er knowledgeable, practical advice on all sustainable building queries - from concept through to completion. Chances are, if someone’s tried building with it, we’ve probably seen it, so we believe that we have un-rivalled local experience at helping you to meet the increasingly challenging sustainability requirements.

The Building Regulations can be confusing and challenging, especially when thinking about the range of sustainable building materials, building techniques and products available. We want to help people through that confusion and off er advice to businesses and householders across Cornwall to help ensure that the project runs smoothly and effi ciently through the design, approval and construction processes.

We off er free building regulation pre-application advice if you need it. All you need to do is pick up the phone or email us. Our Surveyors will work with you and the design team from the conception of a project through to its completion. We work closely with planning offi cers, fi re services and other local authority teams and can attend pre-application discussions with them if needed.

Why use Cornwall Council

Building Control?We consider the level of service

that we provide is second to none in terms of experience, quality and cost. Cornwall Council’s building control services has many years experience in dealing with the interpretation and implementation of the Building Regulations and associated matters. We are also committed to maintaining the highest standards and ensuring the built environment in which we all live, work and play is safe and healthy. As building standards grow ever more complex, we want to work with you to achieve quality construction.

Extended ServicesAs part of our commitment to provide

best value to the residents of Cornwall, we extending our services to include some advisory or discretionary services, including:• Standard Assessment Procedure

(SAP) compliance check with Energy Performance Certifi cate (EPC)

• Design SAP and EPC • Simplifi ed Building Energy Model

(SBEM) with EPC • Air pressure tests • Fire risk assessments • Water usage calculations • Acoustic testing • LABC consult services • One Stop Part L compliance check

(Inc SAP/EPC/Air Pressure Test/Water calculation)


Email: buildingcontrol.central1@

cornwall.gov.uk

Cornwall Council Building Control is inherently a sustainable choice. We are not for profi t as well as being based and operated locally within Cornwall.

Building ControlPhoto: Falmouth School,www.urbansalonarchitects.com


Leading the UKin the development of

onshore windWork is now underway on the repowering of Carland CrossWindfarm, an exciting project, and one of the first of itskind in the country.

For more information visit www.scottishpowerrenewables.comBeinn Tharsuinn Windfarm, turbine height 81metres

1 Carbomat2 Wadebridge Renewable Energy

Network (WREN)3 FC Fund Managers4 Studio OK Design and Construction5 Eddie Jewell Acoustics6 Sundial Solar Solutions7 Rudge Renewables8 Greenthinking9 Building Research Establishment

(BRE)10 Insulated Homes Ltd11 Optimum Heating Ltd12 TGC Renewables Ltd13 Jelf Group PLC14 Regen SW15 Renewable UK16 Enviko17 Natural Home – Eco Building

Consultancy18 Wendron Stoves19 Independent Energy20 Business Cornwall21 British Gas & Dimplex Renewables22 Aardvark EM Limited23 Streamlining of Ocean Wave Farm

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25 British Hydro Association (BHA)26 Cornwall Environmental Consultants27 Laurence Associates28 Scottish Power Renewables29 New Generation Energy Ltd30 Ecotec Renewable Energy Ltd31 Good Energy32 Clean Earth Energy Ltd33 Etricity34 Natural Generation Ltd35 Celtic Renewable Energy36 Bee Green Energy37 Source Solar38 Plug Into The Sun39 Be Green Camelford40 R-ECO (The Renewable Energy

Co-Operative)41 Source Renewable Ltd42 Ardenham Energy43 Integrated Security Designs Ltd44 Stephens Scown LLP45 Solar Cube46 Evance Wind Turbines47 Wardell Armstrong International48 Mi Grid and Aeolus Power

(Wind Energy) Ltd49 Community Energy Plus50 Low Carbon Futures

51 Cornwall Sustainable Building Trust52 Capture Energy Limited53 Green Cat Renewables54 ATASS Energy Ltd55 Lifestyle Solar Systems56 Positive Feedback Ltd57 Solen Energy UK58 Euroguard Solar Solutions Ltd59 Ploughcroft60 Moleenergy61 Elgin62 REG Windpower63 Cornwall Solar Panels64 Clear About Carbon65 Eco Drive66 Cornwall Council /

Environment Agency67 EWT International68 Quiet Revolution69 Harvest Renewables Cornwall70 Juwi Renewable Energies Ltd71 Enact Energy72 Barclays Bank

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Telephone: 0300 1234 100Email: [email protected] www.cornwall.gov.uk

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