Responding to Great British Energy’s announcement on funding solar panels for schools and hospitals, Charles Wood, Deputy Director at Energy UK, said:
“It’s great news to see schools and hospitals benefitting first from this commitment to local and community energy projects. Cutting energy bills not only means more funding for these essential public services but also shows how the shift to clean energy can directly benefit local communities and give them a real stake in such initiatives.
“So we hope that these projects are just the start of a real growth in community-led energy, creating jobs, boosting growth, and lowering energy costs by making the most of local resources.
“Reducing carbon emissions and protecting public health go hand in hand with decarbonising the public sector. Energy UK members remain committed to working with schools, emergency services, and public transport to ensure a fair and sustainable energy transition.
“Private sector investment is key to delivering local and community energy projects across the country, and this year will be crucial in shaping how GB Energy can attract such funding to support them. The energy sector looks forward to sharing its expertise, capabilities, and investment to develop a robust community energy sector that benefits consumers, communities, and our economy.”