Great British Energy has announced a £10 million fund dedicated to lowering energy expenses for critical community facilities, including libraries, fire stations, care homes, leisure centres, and sports complexes. This initiative supports the government’s commitment to sustainable public services and community resilience.
Through collaboration with local mayoral authorities across England, the funding will facilitate the installation of rooftop solar panels, battery storage systems, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. These measures are projected to deliver approximately £35 million in lifetime savings, enhance energy security, and significantly reduce carbon emissions.
Notable projects include solar installations on care homes and leisure centres in Merseyside, battery-backed solar arrays across libraries and emergency services facilities in Greater Manchester, and renewable energy systems powering swimming pools and leisure centres in York and North Yorkshire.
This programme builds on Great British Energy’s prior £200 million investment in solar infrastructure at over 200 schools and NHS sites, further underscoring the government’s commitment to a net-zero energy future and prudent fiscal management within public services.
By investing in clean energy technologies, Great British Energy aims to support local communities, reduce operational costs, create green jobs, and strengthen energy independence throughout the United Kingdom.
For further details, please refer to the official announcement:
Great British Energy to cut energy bills for community facilities