Wrapping up 2024 in the final quarterly newsletter
End of year update on Gawcott Fields Community Solar’s community impact and performance.
...read moreLocal sports clubs in Buckingham are switching to solar thanks to funding from Gawcott Solar.
Buckingham Town Cricket Club and Buckingham Rugby Union Football Club have both had a solar array installed on their clubhouse this summer, which will shed pounds from their electricity bill. Both clubs will generate more than three-quarters of the energy used on-site, saving them over £1000 in energy bills each year. The money saved will be available to re-invest in the club, supporting grass-roots sports and community. The Chairman of Buckingham Cricket Club said:
“We were delighted to receive the grant from Gawcott Community Solar for part payment for the Solar PV system. It is not something the Club could fund independently, and it will make a huge difference to our site energy costs and also fits in with The Clubs proactive Environmental Policy.”
Gawcott Fields Community Solar is a Community Interest Company which runs a 4.17 megawatt solar array between Gawcott and Buckingham. Our 16,000 solar panels generate 4 million kWh of renewable electricity a year, the equivalent to the annual electricity consumption of 1000 homes. The solar farm is governed by local volunteer directors and run for the benefit of the local community.
The solar farm earns income from the sale of electricity and a Feed-in Tariff. Surplus income generated (after operating and finance costs) is then used to provide funding for community organisations and projects in the local area. This funding is available as part of our Bee Green Grant Fund, which is open to local, community-led, environmentally-focused projects. Community Groups within 5km of the solar farm can apply by emailing here.
End of year update on Gawcott Fields Community Solar’s community impact and performance.
...read moreBuckingham Town Cricket Club and Buckingham Rugby Club are celebrating a year of renewable energy success after installing solar panel systems on their clubhouses.
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