Powering Local Communities with Renewable Energy
Empowering communities for net zero with clean, local energy
Driving community solar projects that cut bills and boost local investment.
Unifying Climate Action for Regional Impact
CommonWatt CBS brings together climate action hubs from West Lothian, East Lothian, Edinburgh, and Midlothian as a single regional Community Benefit Society to deliver impactful, community-owned solar energy initiatives for community groups and community benefit.
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Collaborating Hubs
We integrate expertise and reach from four key climate action hubs across the Lothians to drive common renewable energy goals.
East Lothian West Lothian Mid Lothian and Edinburgh Climate Action Networks are the founding members of this new organisation.
15+
Solar Installations
CommonWatt CBS is developing feasibility studies on more than fifteen solar projects on community buildings and local sites. We are actively looking for more site in more communities
70%
Carbon Reduction
Our solar initiatives will contribute to an estimated average 70% reduction in carbon emissions for participating community buildings.
How CommonWatt Benefits Local Areas and Members
We are focusing on a community benefit society ownership model delivering clean solar power, local cost savings, and reinvestment for environmental and social progress. We aim to take the hassle out of solar and other renewable energy projects for community groups and organisations.
Community Benefits will be delivered through our founder member networks who work in a variety of ways to have an impact on the climate crisis every day of the year.
Solar Energy Local Deployment
Community Solar PV projects tailored to local needs of that community organisation.
Community Benefit Society Model
Structured as a community benefit society inspired by trusted models. Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Run by its members
Join CommonWatt CBS and Shape Local Renewable Energy in the Lothians
Join CommonWatt CBS (Community Benefit Society) to actively participate in the ownership and development of renewable solar projects that empower your community and contribute to net zero targets.
Speak with our team about your project or joining or supporting community solar in the Lothians.
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