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Ray Valley Solar - a shining example of solar innovation
Bifacial solar panels are an innovation in renewable energy technology that allows sunlight to be captured not only from the front, but also from the rear sides of the panels, maximising energy production and efficiency. Low Carbon Hub made the decision to install bifacial solar panels at our first ever ground mount solar park at […]
New team members
This month we’ve welcomed two new members of staff to Low Carbon Hub, both part of our Operations Team. Jason Stevens joins us as Operations Business Development Manager. He has worked in storm water management and surface water drainage for the past 10 years. Jason’s focus is identifying and proposing renewable energy solutions for businesses […]
Community Benefit and large-scale ground mount solar PV
To achieve our net zero goals, we need to prioritise a diverse mix of renewable energy sources to revolutionise our energy landscape. Key components of this transition include a substantial increase in wind power capacity, both onshore and offshore. Additionally, solar energy will play a pivotal role, in the form on rooftop and large-scale ground […]
Interest-free loan now available for Oxfordshire County Council maintained schools to install energy saving measures
Oxfordshire County Council have re-launched an interest-free loan scheme to provide county maintained schools the opportunity to install energy saving measures. After a successful first round of funding last year in which four schools were supported, the loan offer re-launches this year with limited funding available on a first come, first served basis. The offer […]
Low Carbon Hub at the Environmental Audit Committee
Low Carbon Hub CEO Barbara Hammond was invited to speak at the recent Environmental Audit Committee on ‘Enabling sustainable electrification of the UK economy’. The discussion delved into issues of connecting new renewables to the grid, planning processes, engaging with communities where renewable energy projects are set to be placed and the value of Local […]
Botley West Solar Farm
Botley West is a 840 MW solar park proposed to be built to the West and North of Oxford. The project is currently in its second phase of consultation until 8 February. During this time residents are invited to provide their feedback.
Great Crested Newts at Ray Valley Solar
Ray Valley Solar stands as a testament to the power of community-owned energy. However, beneath the solar panels lies a hidden treasure – the great crested newt. In this blog, we’ll delve into the reasons behind the protection of great crested newts, the challenges they face, and the unique habitat they require for their survival. […]
Low carbon & active travel options for Oxfordshire
Developing sustainable travel options and increasing the uptake of active travel in Oxfordshire is a long-term quest. By 2030 the population of Oxfordshire is predicted to grow by 15% and there are ambitious plans to build around 100,000 new homes. The challenge of increasing traffic congestion, leading to high levels of air pollution and slow […]-
Job Vacancy: Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Fantastic opportunity for a skilled communicator to put your experience to good use. Join our team helping to develop an energy system that’s good for people and good for the planet. Low Carbon Hub is looking for a Marketing and Communications Coordinator to support the development and delivery of campaigns, manage our social media accounts, […] 
Press release: Oxford City Council and Low Carbon Hub Awarded £150,000 for Local Carbon 'Insetting’ initiative
Oxford’s journey to becoming a net-zero carbon city by 2040 has received a £150,000 investment by the government to explore a new approach to funding retrofitting projects within the city. Oxford City Council and Low Carbon Hub have been awarded £150,000 from Innovate UK’s Net Zero Living program for their ‘FutureFit Area Based Insetting’ (FABI) […]
Energy Champions Training Success
We sometimes get questions about how people can get involved in our work. At Low Carbon Hub we know that community members themselves are in the best place to be a catalyst for change within their local community. That’s why we have our Energy Champions – these individuals play a vital role in disseminating knowledge […]
What Project LEO has meant for Low Carbon Hub
Looking back on the achievements of the groundbreaking Project LEO initiative that ended in March 2023, Low Carbon Hub CEO, Barbara Hammond said: Nothing like this has been done in the UK before; everyone’s been learning, and it has been a programme that gives us enormous hope for the future. We’ve demonstrated a way forward […]