Planning for a sustainable future is something which connects local government, communities, businesses and people. If we can manage the reduction of carbon emissions, at work, in our homes, in our transport systems, then we begin to establish a framework through which sustainable development can be delivered at regional, county, local or site level.

Developing a sustainable energy and carbon strategy for a region, town, village or building is crucial to the planning and achievement of lower carbon emissions. The implementation of such strategies encourages the delivery of low carbon projects that support local economic regeneration, and improve environmental performance.

ESD works in partnership with local government, commerce and communities to deliver these sustainable energy solutions. We are experienced in stakeholder consultation and the facilitation of plans and strategies that meet the needs of the many interest groups involved. Our carbon management expertise extends across energy efficiency, solar, wind, biomass, small hydro and CHP application in UK, European and international community markets.

ESD's wide experience of community project development, partnership building, fund sourcing, renewable technologies application and project management is helping to deliver real sustainable energy solutions for local communities, in the UK and internationally.