Providing benefit to locals and visitors
Sanday is one of the outer north islands of Orkney. Sixteen miles long, and famous for its stunning white sandy bays, it is home to more than 500 people.
The community has had a development trust since 2004, and it has delivered a wide range of projects which are benefiting both the islanders and visitors. One source of income has been through a renewables partnership with SSE.
We've worked to support them over many years, including funding for a development manager and administrator.
Community energy in practice video.
SANDAY WINDFARM CO-VENTURE
Find out how a partnership with SSE has created a vital income stream for community development. See our short film, play on the left.
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We have a co-venturing agreement with SSE. We have a 10% share of the whole windfarm. It works very well. It's a safety net that has helped other projects."Sandra Towrie, Chairperson, Sanday Development Trust
Case Studies
Find out who else we've helped and how they've benefited from our support.
Westray Development Trust
Hear how the community of Westray use their wind turbine to facilitate other services supporting locals and improving their quality of life.
West Harris Trust
The West Harris Trust were the first community company to purchase its crofting estate from the Scottish Government in 2010. Read more about their journey here.
Soirbheas
Soirbheas, a registered charity, work to strengthen and support the communities of Glen Urquhart and Strathglass, through revenues from local renewable energy schemes.
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