1. Newcastle Launch
Thursday 23 May

2. 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.

3. 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"

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. Lighthouse - Get Involved

8. visit www.cleanas.org.au
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