7th August 2024
Did your business feel the pain of recent energy price hikes? Are you wondering what you can do to be more resilient to price volatility in the energy markets in the future?
You’re not alone. Many forward-thinking businesses across Scotland – from factories to offices, shops to holiday parks, care homes to community halls – are taking charge of their energy bills by generating their own power.
And the great news is that there is free government support to help you, including free and impartial advice and funding for eligible microgeneration projects.
What is microgeneration?
Microgeneration means creating your own electricity and/or heat using small, renewable energy systems. Unlike big power stations, microgeneration systems are installed right where you need them – on your site.
The main types of microgeneration technologies suitable for small and medium sized businesses include:
- Solar panels
- Wind turbines
- Micro hydro
- Heat pumps
If you would like to find out if your business could take charge of its energy bills by generating its own power, Business Energy Scotland’s range of guides, videos and case studies will help you.
And the good news is that Business Energy Scotland is providing free and impartial advice and access to funding to help too.