Transition Exmouth and community energy >>> >>> Jurassic Coast Energy initiative

It is not exactly easy being a community energy group at the moment:
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Futures Forum: SidEnergy latest: the impact of energy policy changes

Nevertheless, Transition Exmouth is helping to launch a new initiative, called the JCE:

Jurassic Coast Energy (JCE) 

This is a new initiative by Andy Lock, welcomed as an Affiliated Group 

All of have an interest in our home energy supplies and a wish to have a stake, even ownership, has lead to the founding of numerous Community Energy Groups around the country. In our local area, regular readers of this newsletter will be aware of initiatives in Sidmouth (SidEnergy) and in Exeter (ECOE). Andy feels that it is time we set one up for ourselves, especially since energy is a core remit of the Transition Town Movement. One of the initial steps for a TT is to draw up an Energy Descent Plan; although much discussed, this was never done in Exmouth. 

With the future of renewables never out of the news and reduction of government support, now is the time for community action. Andy held a small meeting recently to discuss possibilities and we were pleased that Helen and Foad from Teign Energy Communities came over and gave us the benefit of their experience. Many others already active in the field have offered him help. Andy now needs to recruit helpers in our local area before setting up a form of community interest company to run the project. 

Andy says: 'There is clearly a great deal to study and learn here and any local initiative will require considerable commitment from a dedicated team. If you think you can help, we can keep this idea alive.' 

Recognising that many willing supporters just don't have time to spare, Andy would welcome contact with recently retired professionals; why let a lifetime's skills go to waste? You can contact Andy on andyadslock@yahoo.co.uk 

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