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Wight Community Energy is a community benefit company, set up in 2015 with a community-owned solar farm called Homestead in Shalfleet on the Isle of Wight.

The Homestead solar farm project has been built and registered with Ofgem so that income from the Feed in Tariff is guaranteed for 20 years.

Louise Emery and Stephen Cockett with the thermal cameras

23, January 2025·2 min read

Isle of Wight residents can now borrow thermal cameras via the library to identify areas of heat loss

Residents can soon borrow thermal cameras to uncover heat loss and cold spots at home

Cars and people at the Going Electric event

30, July 2024·2 min read

Going Electric show electrifies Newport Quay with sustainable transport options

Newport Quay buzzes with green innovation at third Going Electric exposition

green paint on pavement with electric car symbol

23, July 2024·2 min read

Discover the latest in green tech at the Isle of Wight’s Going Electric show

Isle of Wight's Going Electric 2024 event showcases the latest sustainable technologies

Finding out more at the Going Electric event 2022

12, July 2024·8 min read

Isle of Wight gears up for Electric Vehicle and Green Technology show 2024

Isle of Wight's electric future showcased at upcoming Green Technology event in Newport

18, June 2024·1 min read

Discover the eco-benefits of solar farms at the Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival 2024 (Free)

Wight Community Energy offers insight into solar farms' role in supporting biodiversity

person fitting pink insulation in a home

16, March 2024·2 min read

Wight Community Energy leads the charge in eco-home innovation with open house initiative

Green Open Homes Exhibition on the Island reveals strides in sustainable living

Man with mask on putting insulation into an attic

10, February 2024·1 min read

Green Open Homes: A chance to experience first-hand energy-efficient living: Book now

Wight Community Energy's Green Homes event showcases practical steps to an energy-efficient household

19, January 2024·2 min read

Share your energy efficiency journey with Wight Community Energy’s new project

Share your eco-home success or start your journey. Green Open Homes invites you to explore and chat with local eco-conscious homeowners

27, September 2023·1 min read

Eco-friendly investment: Join Wight Community Energy’s share raise for sustainable returns

It's not too late to become part of the Community ownership at the heart of Isle of Wight’s low-carbon future. Register for online presentation taking place tonight (Wednesday)

Jonathan Brearley, Lora Peacey Wilcox and Jonathan Bacon

31, August 2023·2 min read

Isle of Wight council discusses new cross-Solent power cable with Ofgem chief

Ofgem's chief discusses new energy cable plans during Isle of Wight visit

31, July 2023·3 min read

Wight Community Energy announces second share offer: Community ownership at heart of Isle of Wight’s low-carbon future

Wight Community Energy offers second share opportunity, aiming to tackle fuel poverty and accelerate a low-carbon future

25, July 2023·3 min read

Going Electric: Green tech and electric vehicle show returns – Entry and parking free

Experience the future today! The Isle of Wight’s largest Electric Vehicle and Green Technology Show is back and better than ever – free entry and parking

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