Case Studies

Renewable energy options

Thurrock Council Local Development Framework

The Carbon Trust funded this study for Thurrock Council in Essex to develop a renewable energy evidence base to support and clarify policies within the Local Development Framework and to provide advice on implementing the opportunities identified. The project deliverables included:

• 1) a Low and Zero Carbon energy feasibility study
• 2) an opportunity assessment of the sites identified
• 3) practical advice to facilitate delivery of Low and Zero Carbon schemes
• 4) appraising the Council’s proposed Carbon Offset Fund
• 5) identifying effective emissions reductions projects.