Clackmannanshire Case Study

Clackmannanshire

Clackmannanshire is the smallest local authority on mainland Scotland and is home to some of the most disadvantaged communities in Scotland.

This case will engage with the local authority and communities on decarbonised heat and energy for a healthier, wealthier and greener future, exploring disadvantaged communities’ energy challenges, increasing participation and supporting Net Zero planning and engagement.

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Key issues and systematic interventions proposed

Today, the area faces high levels of economic inactivity, demographic decline and a range of social deprivations including energy and food poverty. The scope of this case study is to examine how community energy initiatives can serve as transformative mechanisms to address these challenges while advancing the transition to net zero.  

In line with the broader projects systems focus, this case study explores the intersecting systems of energy, food, water and climate. We are interested in how the Clack’s transition, particularly community owned renewables, can be wielded not just to transform the energy system but respond to wider issues within the area, increasingly the capabilities, capacities and resilience of local communities. 

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