Community Benefits

Clean and Sustainable Energy:
We are committed to generating clean and sustainable energy. They typically invest in technologies such as wind turbines and solar panels, which produce electricity without greenhouse gas emissions. This contributes to a cleaner and healthier environment and helps combat climate change.
Income Generation:
One of the significant benefits of renewable energy projects run by CICs is the potential for income generation. Surplus income generated from energy sales can be reinvested in the community, funding local projects, improving public services and directly supplying discounted electricity to locals.
Community Ownership and Control:
We are structured to ensure that the local community has a say in the operation of the organization. This means that decisions about how the energy is generated, distributed, and how any profits are used with the community's interests in mind.
Local Economic Development:
Creating employment in the local community, ranging from installation and maintenance of renewable energy infrastructure to administrative roles. This can boost the local economy and provide employment opportunities for residents.
Energy Independence:
By producing their own renewable energy, we can reduce the community's dependence on external energy sources, thereby increasing energy security and resilience. This also helps in stabilising energy costs for the community.
Reduced Carbon Footprint:
Weardale Renewable Energy CIC will help the local community reduce its carbon footprint by transitioning to clean energy sources. This, in turn, contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and helps combat global warming.
Educational Opportunities:
These projects offer educational opportunities, providing local schools and residents with a chance to learn about renewable energy technologies and their benefits. This can lead to greater awareness and understanding of environmental issues and sustainability.
Enhanced Community Well-being:
Access to clean, affordable energy improves the overall quality of life for residents. It can reduce energy poverty and the associated health and economic challenges, leading to enhanced well-being.
Environmental Conservation:
Weardale Renewable Energy contributes to the conservation of natural resources by reducing the need for fossil fuels and minimizing habitat disruption associated with traditional energy production methods.
Community Engagement and Social Cohesion:
These initiatives often encourage community engagement, fostering a sense of togetherness and shared responsibility. People become more connected and motivated to work towards common goals, which can enhance social cohesion.