We are looking for three new directors to join the Bristol Energy Network board. We’re particularly looking for a Treasurer and also people with skills and experience in fundraising, business development, communications and community outreach/ engagement. The position would be suitable for someone who can commit to bi-monthly meetings as well as taking part in … Continued
Bristol Energy Network took part in this year’s Bristol Big Switch, which aims to help people cut their fuel bills and get all the financial support they are entitled to. We have been working with a number of other local organisations, including Citizens Advice, Talking Money, North Bristol Advice Centre, Centre for Sustainable Energy and Bristol … Continued
Cold Homes Energy Efficiency Survey Experts (CHEESE) have an immediate vacancy for a Project Co-ordinator: Project Coordinator From November, 2 days/week for 40 days (with two weeks leave over Christmas/New Year) Pay £120 per day for 8-hour day, flexi-time. (£15/hour.) Freelance, self-employed contract. Payment against invoice. May be extended or increased if further funding becomes … Continued
We worked with Knowle West Media Centre for our October 2016 open meeting, held 12 October. The aim of the meeting was to hear from two different communities that have been actively involved in energy. Residents of Knowle West and Easton shared what they have learned about energy issues during the running of energy projects in their … Continued
The final countdown is on to join BEC’s solar crowdfund. This community energy share offer with up to 5% pa returns on investments of between £50 and £100,000 closes on Sunday 31 July 2016. BEC is raising funds to install solar panels on community buildings across Greater Bristol, such as The Architecture Centre. Christine, Manager … Continued
The July Bristol Energy Network event took place at the Old Library, Lockleaze. Around 30 people attended to find out more about local energy and environmental issues and projects. Local mum Karen talked about the successful campaign against the diesel generators that were planned for behind a school, and Stuart from Residents Against Dirty Energy … Continued
Bristol Energy Cooperative’s (BEC) new solar farm in Lawrence Weston has been switched on and is generating electricity. This makes BEC the biggest community energy company in the UK by capacity. The solar farm, built by Solarcentury, will power the equivalent of 1,000 homes. The solar farm and accompanying community fund will help bring a boost to … Continued
The Bristol Community Energy Fund is open for application again. This second round of grant funding will run until Monday 8 August 2016. The grant programme supports activities with one of the following aims: To support local people to reduce their energy use (e.g. their use of electricity or gas) To support local people in … Continued
We had a great weekend at the Festival of Nature. The light bulb challenge went down well with the kids especially, and lots of interest in thermal imaging (from the CHEESE project – Cold Homes Energy Efficiency Survey Experts) and the Bristol Energy Co-operative. Here are a few photos.
The race is on now to find the remaining funds to complete the rest of Bristol Energy Co-ops planned roof-top installations before the end of the summer. They’ve already raised over £9 million – an amazing achievement, but can you help them reach their final target by spreading the word even further? Their 2-year solar bond will end … Continued