Spark of hope for cheaper electricity
The Comhairle has facilitated the establishment of ‘Hebrides Energy’, an independent Energy Supply Company comprising representation from Hebrides Housing Partnership, Tighean Innse Gall, The Stornoway Trust, Community Energy Scotland and the Comhairle.
Initially, Hebrides Energy will partner a licensed UK Energy Supplier to launch a bespoke and competitive ‘Hebrides Energy’ electricity tariff during the second half of 2016.
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Hide AdAlasdair Macleod, Chair of Hebrides Energy, said: “We are positive about initial discussions with a potential partner which should bring about savings for consumers.”
Meanwhile, Hebrides Energy is working with its partner to prioritise the rollout of Smart Meters.