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Phase 4 of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme has opened for applications ✅ 📅 Our application portal opened today at 2pm and will close on 25 November. The scheme, delivered by Salix on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, is aimed at enabling public buildings to achieve net zero and switch to cleaner energy. It’s available to help schools, hospitals and other public sector buildings decarbonise their sites 🏫🌱 See our website for more: https://lnkd.in/eeDDFi5S #PublicSectorDecarbonisationScheme #PSDS #Phase4 #Decarbonisation #PublicSectorDecarbonisation 

As part of Wales Climate Week, we’re proud to spotlight South Wales Fire and Rescue Service and its impressive steps towards decarbonisation! 👏 Through an £87,000 investment from the Wales Funding Programme, the Service have installed solar panels at the Barry Emergency Service Station, reducing carbon emissions by approximately 7.83 tonnes annually. This marks the first of many sustainability initiatives, with plans for more solar projects already in the works. By collaborating with local contractors and drawing on the expertise of fellow public sector organisations, South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is making a real impact on the environment—and paving the way for a net-zero future, starting with its new fire station in Pontypool 🚒 Congratulations to South Wales Fire and Rescue Service for their dedication to a greener, more sustainable future! 🌱 #WalesClimateWeek #Decarbonisation #Sustainability #SolarEnergy #SouthWalesFireandRescue Gwasanaeth Ynni Llywodraeth Cymru | Welsh Government Energy Service Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government

Spotlighting innovative decarbonisation projects: Aberystwyth University 👏 🌍✨ As we welcome day 2 of Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government's Climate Week, we’re excited to spotlight Aberystwyth University and its remarkable initiative to cut carbon emissions! With funding from the Welsh Government’s Re:fit scheme and support from Salix, the university has invested in energy-efficient technologies that enhance both student living conditions and ground-breaking research. This ambitious project includes the installation of LED lighting across 18 buildings at the Gogerddan campus, benefiting around 2,000 students. LED lighting not only boosts energy efficiency—consuming up to 75% less electricity—but also improves the quality of light, helping the environment in which students’ study. In addition to student halls, the National Plant Phenomics Centre has received tailored LED plant growth lighting, crucial for developing climate-resilient crops. This cutting-edge facility is focused on optimising plant growth under challenging climate conditions. With these upgrades, Aberystwyth University aims to generate 20% of its electricity needs from on-site renewable sources, moving closer to its goal of meeting 25% of its electricity demand by 2030🌱 You can read the full article on our website 👉 https://lnkd.in/eBTM6vny Gwasanaeth Ynni Llywodraeth Cymru | Welsh Government Energy Service #WalesClimateWeek #Decarbonisation #EnergyEfficiency #SalixFinance #AberystwythUniversity

Residents based in Inverness and the Scottish Highlands are celebrating continued progress towards net zero thanks to an innovative renewable energy project driven by their local authority. Designed by the Highland Council, which is working towards Scotland’s 2045 net zero target, the River Ness hydro project saw the installation of hydroelectric equipment on the banks of the River Ness opposite Holm Mills Bridge. Officially dubbed 'Hydro Ness', the scheme has since become a centre of pride of the community, who have become its keenest advocates and for the climate action it represents. Stuart Miller, project manager at The Highland Council, said: “Hydro Ness is a great example of a sustainability project that has succeeded in not only reducing our environmental impact, but also in capturing the hearts and minds of the community.” Key stats: ➡ £988,255 loan value ➡ £1,703,888 project value ➡ £74,726 estimated annual financial savings ➡ 154 tCO2e* estimated annual carbon savings Read the case study on our website: https://lnkd.in/ehDQvWF8 #ScotlandsRecyclingFund #Decarbonisation #HyrdroNess #CleanEnergy

🌍✨ As part of Wales Climate Week, we’re excited to spotlight Newport City Council and their impressive decarbonisation project! With an investment of over £1.4 million from the Welsh Government's Re:fit scheme, the Council is enhancing energy efficiency across key public buildings, including the Riverfront Theatre and the Regional Pool and Tennis Centre 🎾 This project aims to cut carbon emissions by an impressive 342 tonnes annually, featuring energy-saving upgrades such as LED lighting and smart energy systems. These improvements are expected to reduce energy consumption by up to 30%, making a significant impact on the community's sustainability efforts. Read the full piece now 👉 https://lnkd.in/ei4GwSjQ Congratulations to Newport City Council for leading the way in creating a greener future! 🌱 #WalesClimateWeek #Decarbonisation #EnergyEfficiency #SalixFinance #NewportCityCouncil

We were delighted to have visited the iconic National Portrait Gallery to see how it’s developing its net zero future. Following the completion of its major transformation project, Inspiring People in 2023, the famous gallery in St Martin's Place, London, is now embarking on an ambitious net zero journey, having been awarded £83k under the Phase 5 Low Carbon Skills Fund. Run by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, and delivered by our teams at Salix, this funding will support the Gallery in its aim to achieve Westminster City Council's guidance of net zero by 2040. Read more about our visit here https://lnkd.in/ej7ryCcn #sustainability #netzero #energyefficiency #zerocarbon #art Chris Masters Milo Challiner

📣 Speaker introduction: Janette Ackroyd, energy and carbon reduction manager at East Sussex County Council 📣 East Sussex County Council has been successful in awards through Phases 1, 3a, 3b and 3c of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme, as well as the Low Carbon Skills Fund and historic schemes the England Recycling Fund and Salix Energy Efficiency Loan Scheme (SEELS). Janette has over two decades of experience as an energy and environmental programme manager within consultancy and local government. She is passionate about making a difference on environmental and climate change. Speaking at our upcoming collaboration session titled 'the decarbonisation dialogue', Janette will speak generally about lessons learnt from the council’s projects to date. Join the the decarbonisation dialogue to listen, learn, contribute, question and discuss all things decarbonisation and energy efficiency with fellow public sector counterparts. 📅 Wednesday 27 November 🕑 2pm to 3pm 💻 Online via Microsoft Teams Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/eqj7UtKN #Decarbonisation #TheDecarbonisationDialogue #EstateDecarbonisation #PSDS #PublicSectorDecarbonisationScheme

Phase 4 public sector decarbonisation scheme: Your questions answered... ❓ Our team have answered some of the most common questions about phase four of the public sector decarbonisation scheme and how to apply. Take a look below to learn more about funding profiles, scheme criteria, the application process, and more! #psds #psdsp4 #publicsector #faq

Thank you to Midlands Net Zero Hub for inviting us to talk about our work with public sector organisations delivering decarbonisation projects across the country. We’re thrilled to have joined the Hub in Nottingham to talk to organisations about their own decarbonisation challenges. Department for Energy Security and Net Zero #event #Nottingham #decarbonisation #ClimateAction #environment #ZeroCarbon #sustainability Zoe Wragg Jordan Noffke

Wales Climate Week returns 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 🌍✨ This Wales Climate Week, we're proud to spotlight public sector organisations that have completed inspiring decarbonisation projects with support from Welsh Government funding. These initiatives are making a significant impact on creating a greener future and showcase the innovative potential within the public sector 🌱 Throughout the week, we’ll share a series of examples highlighting these energy efficiency projects that demonstrate what’s possible when sustainability is prioritized. Stay tuned to our social media channels to see how these efforts are transforming communities across Wales. You can register for the virtual conference by following this link 👉https://lnkd.in/eu43nmw3 Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government Gwasanaeth Ynni Llywodraeth Cymru | Welsh Government Energy Service #WalesClimateWeek #Decarbonisation #EnergyEfficiency #SalixFinance   Yn ystod Wythnos Hinsawdd Cymru, rydym yn falch o dynnu sylw at sefydliadau yn y sector cyhoeddus sydd wedi cwblhau prosiectau datgarboneiddio ysbrydoledig yn dilyn cyllid gan Lywodraeth Cymru. Mae'r mentrau hyn yn cael effaith sylweddol ar greu dyfodol gwyrddach ac yn arddangos y potensial arloesol o fewn y sector cyhoeddus. Drwy gydol yr wythnos, byddwn yn rhannu cyfres o enghreifftiau sy’n amlygu’r prosiectau effeithlonrwydd ynni hyn sy’n dangos beth sy’n bosibl pan fydd cynaliadwyedd yn cael ei flaenoriaethu. Cadwch olwg ar ein sianeli i weld sut mae’r ymdrechion hyn yn trawsnewid cymunedau ledled Cymru. Cofrestwrch yma: https://lnkd.in/eu43nmw3 #WythnosHinsawddCymru #Datgarboneiddio #EffeithlonrwyddYnni #Cyllid