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The latest news and updates from Low Carbon Hub
We’re hiring: an Energy Systems Data Analyst
At Low Carbon Hub we’re not just talking about change, we’re making it happen. Our Energy Systems Data Analyst will play a pivotal role in shaping how data drives community-led net zero energy planning. You’ll turn complex local energy, carbon and socio-technical data into clear insights that underpin community action plans, while helping to design and refine our organisation-wide […]
Plug-in solar explained
Plug-in solar panels are coming to the UK – and they could change the game for anyone who rents, lives in a flat, or simply doesn't have a suitable roof for rooftop solar. No scaffolding, no planning permission, no fuss. Here's our complete guide to how it works, what it costs, and what it means for you.
Why battery storage is the next step for community energy
Battery storage is the next frontier for community energy. Here's what we learned building the case for a 3MW battery at Ray Valley Solar – and why the timing matters.
Inside our grid battery project
What does a grid-scale battery actually look like on the ground? This post takes a detailed look inside the 3MW / 12MWh battery planned for Ray Valley Solar – explaining how it works, what equipment is being installed, and why those engineering choices matter for performance and long-term returns.
Community benefit from renewable energy
As the UK builds renewables at pace, who actually benefits? Our second Community Energy Insights webinar of 2026 explored what meaningful community benefit looks like in practice – and why the window to act in Oxfordshire is right now.