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renewable energy solar wind turbine

What is community energy?

Community energy means local ownership and control of solar panels and wind turbines. Usually not for profit, using excess profits to benefit the community.

Recycle bike hub

Recycle bike hub

Recycle bike hub take donated bikes and make them ‘fit to ride’ for the next lucky cyclist.​

Energise South Downs

Energise South Downs is a community partner for the delivery of sustainable energy solutions in the South Downs National Park and surrounding areas.

Solar panels being fitted

Community Energy

SWaCS are exploring the potential for a Community Energy (CE) project in our area and we need your input.

Bike doctor at the Meon Valley Repair Cafe

Bike Dr at the Meon Valley Repair Café

Fifteen bikes were checked for free by RideRide Cycle Workshop on the first Saturday in April at the Meon Valley Repair Cafe.

Meon Valley Repair Cafe

Meon Valley Repair Cafe

Volunteer repair experts available to help repair every day broken items free of charge. Anything that is broken is welcome.

Bike Dr at the Meon Valley Repair Café

As transport is the second biggest cause of carbon pollution in our villages, we are teaming up with the Meon Valley Repair Café to provide FREE cycle checks and minor repairs.