Newcastle Launch Thursday 23 May

A not-for-profit association; creating profitable community clean energy projects, running education and bulk buy electricity and technology initiatives, and working with other related groups. Our members value: investment in clean energy generation, to reduce bills and produce financial returns for our community, connecting with other members through projects and events, local business growth and development local jobs and economic prosperity to the region, and sustainable development to maintain the amenity of life with minimal impact on the environment.

Lighthouse Community Renewable Energy " a toolkit to make it easier for community groups to own and profit from solar installations which generate clean energy for direct use by local businesses"

Lighthouse - Fundamentals Many Winners Host business attractive electricity supply offer, no upfront costs, great PR Technology provider large project, other opportunities, great PR Community investment, sense of being part of something big Skill development for the region Environmental benefits

Lighthouse - Key Steps Step 1 Inception - Can we match a suitable host with a community group Step 2 Assessment - Assess the feasibility of the installation - is it the right match for the business and community? Step 3 Strike a deal - Negotiate a contract for the supply of power with the host - a good deal for both? Step 4 Grid Connection and Metering - Can we connect to the host and the grid? Step 5 Financing - Raise community financing Step 6 Procure and install the system Step 7 Operate, Maintain and Bill host for power

Lighthouse - Stage 1 Develop a toolkit in two streams; Legal and business, and Energy consultancy Key outputs: Information Sessions and Workshops Solar Power Purchase Agreement (SPPA) Community Investment Prospectus Model Business Structure Site Suitability Toolkit Financial Analysis Model Metering and Communication Systems Options Analysis Procurement, tendering, and evaluation procedures The toolkit will be employed in Lighthouse installations and be available for other groups in NSW to use

Lighthouse - Get Involved

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