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Regen SWAnnual report
2010-11
Met Office 250 kWp Solar Array, 1,000 solar modules spanning the 150 meter long roof of the Met Office’s Energy Centre
The technology will generate 221,000 kWh of electricity a year, which is enough to power the equivalent of 45 average houses in the south west.
This will save the emission of around 116 tonnes of carbon dioxide a year – the equivalent to taking 28 average petrol cars off the road.
Image: Matt Austin
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Dear Member,
To me the sense of momentum is clear. Last year saw renewable energy capacity more than double in the south
west and renewable energy jobs hit 10,000. Our Green Energy awards saw record numbers of nominations and
our House of Commons Reception was packed out with companies, decision makers and investors.
It has also been an important year for the new Regen. With our partners in the public and private sector we
launched pioneering new initiatives including the South West Marine Energy Park and Ready for Retrofit. Our
membership saw strong growth reaching the 250 member milestone. Other parts of the UK, including the Welsh
Government and Invest Northern Ireland, have been beating a path to our door to learn from what the south
west has created.
However, as the renewables sector develops to become a key player in the energy market this brings greater
scrutiny from the Treasury and public alike. Energy policy has become a political football within the coalition -
leading to policy uncertainty and a challenging market for investment.
I believe we need to get better at communicating what renewable energy can deliver: telling an inspiring story
about using our local resources to generate our own secure energy; about local companies creating jobs and
selling their skills and expertise around the world; and about renewable energy at the heart of a prosperous
future.
It is you, our members, who are at the heart of this story. We look forward to working with you to develop
ground-breaking and inspiring projects and to use these to showcase what renewable energy can deliver.
Merlin Hyman Chief executive Regen SW
“ We need to show that
renewables and energy efficiency
can deliver a thriving low-carbon
economy - that’s why Regen’s
work is so important ”
Ed Davey,
Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change
Frequent access for Regen members to the key policymakers and powerful advocacy of the sector at the highest levels.
The built environment, microgeneration and energy efficiency
The spread of PV panels on roofs has made renewable energy much more prominent
in public consciousness and engaged a wide range of people and organisations in
generating energy rather than simply paying a bill. This brings an opportunity for a
much greater awareness of energy use in the built environment. Our work to nurture
this has included:
The built environment, microgeneration and energy efficiency
The spread of PV panels on roofs has made renewable energy much more prominent
in public consciousness and engaged a wide range of people and organisations in
generating energy rather than simply paying a bill. This brings an opportunity for a
much greater awareness of energy use in the built environment. Our work to nurture
this has included:
The year ahead will be challenging as the Green Deal comes in, the domestic RHI starts and the
Feed in Tariff is kept under tight financial control. Our aim is to support a strong, skilled local supply
chain able to negotiate these policy uncertainties and focused on delivering the millions of warmer
homes and local generation we need.
“Regen SW has helped us to under-
stand this ever changing market
place and supported us in gaining
additional skills and accreditations
to meet our business aims”
Patrick Seiflow, managing director, Eco Trades Ltd
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The launch of Ready for Retrofit, in partnership with Energy Saving Trust and social housing providers, to develop a local supply base that can take a whole house approach to energy efficiency and generation.
Working with local councils on public sector leadership to install renewable energy.
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Providing evidence-based advice and support on the development of local energy strategies and planning policies to our local authority members.
On-shore electricity generationSignificant changes to the planning framework, an emphasis on localism and the
growth of community energy are creating a new and challenging environment for
onshore developers. Regen’s working to ensure local resources are harnessed in a way
that demonstrates the benefits of onshore renewables to our local people and our
economy. Our work has involved:
With the help of our partners, including South West Water and Action for Renewables, we are
increasing this momentum to build a powerful bottom up movement for renewable energy.
“The movement of community-
owned renewable energy schemes
across the south west is an exciting
development and one that we are
keen to support in partnership with
Regen SW”
Alan Burgess – energy and technical services manager,
South West Water.
Empowering local communities to take a more proactive role in development through our communitities for renewables programme.
Providing a passionate and evidence-based public voice in support of renewable energy.
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Growth in renewable electricity in the south west
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Developing a thriving local supply chain through training packages, exhibitions and study tours.
Renewable heat
Regen’s SW bioheat and FOREST programmes have had a huge impact on developing
the potential of woodfuel to provide heat. The south west now leads the way on
deployment of renewable heat technologies and has a strong supply chain in place
with great expertise. Our achievements have included:
We see huge potential for the sector in the south west under the Renewable Heat Incentive.
We are now focusing on ensuring the policy framework is right for renewable heat and
building confidence in the biomass supply chain.
“We are very proud to be a member
of Regen SW. They provide us with
a lot of valuable support and
guidance and their events are
always professional, well attended
and a must date for the diary.”
Kirsten Parrick, director, Fair Energy
Working closely with the Forestry Commission to ensure a sustainable approach and confidence in the long-term supply.
Close engagement of our members with DECC on the key policy developments driving the market.
Growth in renewable heat in the south west
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The launch of the first UK Marine Energy Park.
Offshore renewables
The last year has seen a major step forward for the offshore renewables sector in the
south west. New testing facilities have gone live, south west companies are working
around the world and Regen has worked with partners to develop the South West
Marine Energy Park, launched by Greg Barker MP in January. Achievements this year
have included:
Today the marine energy industry is at a critical juncture. The UK stills leads in terms of
technology development but the challenge now is to get large scale kit in the water and to
create a commercially viable industry. We will be working with universities, local authorities
and our extensive private sector network to provide the intellectual leadership and drive to
take forward the Marine Energy Park. We will also continue to be passionate advocates of
offshore wind and will work with developers to support the local supply-chain and effective
engagement with local communities.
“ The South West Marine Energy
Park builds on the region’s unique
mix of renewable
energy resource and home-grown
academic, technical and industrial
expertise. Government will be
working closely with the South
West MEP partnership to maximise
opportunities and support the
Park’s future development. ”
Rt Hon Greg Barker MP, Minister of State, DECC
Ongoing work with The Crown Estate, DECC and the Marine Energy Programme Board to support the growth of the marine energy sector.
Delivering a major national supply chain event on offshore wind with The Crown Estate.
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Membership
Regen’s membership is at the heart of our work. Our membership creates a powerful
network of leading companies and public sector organisations working together to
drive forward the renewable energy agenda. Over 250 organisations have now joined
(a full list can be found on our website: www.regensw.co.uk).
“ The Regen SW team have effect-
ively facilitated growth of the
marine renewable sector through
their expertise, lobbying, profess-
ionalism, and the drive to make
things happen. Being a member of
Regen SW has helped our company
continue to expand within this fast
moving and exciting sector ”
Diccon Rogers , director , Keynvor Morlift Ltd
A powerful voice…
Feedback is clear, our members and local partners look to Regen SW to provide leadership and a strong voice for renewable energy.
• We regularly represent the sector in the media - making a passsionate case for sustainable energy at the heart of a thriving low carbon economy.
• Our annual reception at the House of Commons showcases the sector’s achievments at the heart of government.
• We have organised visits for government ministers, officials and advisors to hear direct from business the potential of sustainable energy and the barriers they face.
Recruitment assistance for membersRegen SW is committed to equipping companies working in the field of sustainable energy to make the most of the huge opportunities that the sector offers.
By publicising vacancies on our site and through our bulletins and broadcasts, members can take advantage of the profile and industry focus that Regen SW membership affords.
To advertise your vacancies please contact Katrina Jackson: [email protected] or call 01392 494399.
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EventsRegen SW the runs largest and highest profile sustainable energy events in south
west England. These events offer great value opportunities to boost your profile in the
leading region for the deployment of renewable energy, helping you generate new
business and partnership opportunities.
Leading conferences on: • Green Deal • Renewable Heat Incentive • Feed in Tariff • Wind Developers Forum • House of Commons Members’ reception • Tidal Energy Forum
These popular informal events provide crucial insight direct from decision makers, an opportunity to guide Regen’s work on behalf of the sector and an excellent opportunity for networking and engagement.
You can find out more details of our current events, as well third party events where we have secured a discount at www.regensw.co.uk/events/
Annual diary dates Annual conference and tradeshow Renewable Futures and Green Energy Awards in November in Bath. The conference, exhibition and dinner attracts 500 of the leading players in sustainable energy.
Renewable Energy Marketplace exhibition in March in Exeter. Attracting over 1,200 delegates looking to purchase renewable. The event brings together the sustainable energy sector with its clients, including farmers and landowners, the tourism industry, the construction sector and the general public.
Member only eventsMembers have benefited from a programme of events ranging from a Parliamentary reception with Ed Davey, to a national conference on offshore wind supply-chain opportunities, to members’ seminars with DECC officials on key topics including the Feed in Tariff, Renewable Heat Incentive and Green Deal.
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Many Regen members have asked us for bespoke advice to support their work in
renewable energy. In response to this demand we have established Regen Advisory
Services. We can now offer expert independent advice on renewable energy policy
and markets whether you are a public sector body, a developer, providing supply
chain services or a professional services company.
Regen has been at the heart of the development of sustainable energy for ten years. We are widely recognised and respected for our trusted independent advice, in-depth understanding of the sector, expert team of specialists and unique connections. Clients know that our insights and guidance will help them to better understand market dynamics and address the many challenges they face.
Regen SW Advisory Services
Mole Valley Farmers has created a total of 50 jobs, £10 million of investment, and an annual income of around £2 million for farmers in the south west through its investment in renewable energy.
From early on in the development of Mole Energy, Regen SW has been involved as a partner, providing strategic advice and support to Mole Valley.
We have provided advice and services to many leading organisations in both the public and private sector. A cross section of our clients include:
The Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC), Mole Valley Farmers, Welsh Government, South West Water, Bristol City Council, RWE npower renewables, University of Exeter, Invest Northern Ireland, RSPB, Dorset County Council, Swindon Energy Partnership, The Crown Estate, Communities for Renewables CIC and many more.
To find out more about the professional and impartial advice our team of specialists can provide, contact Lee Richards [email protected] or 01392 494399.
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Accounts summaryRegen SW profit and loss account for the period ended 31 December 2011
01 January - April 2010 31 December 2011 31 December 2010 £ £
Turnover 1,246,563 1,434,125Cost of sales 505,205 661,601
Gross profit 741,358 772,524Administrative expenses 641,677 594,977
(99,681) (177,547)
Other operating income - -
Operating surplus 99,681 177,547
Interest receivable and similar income 1,036 362
Surplus on ordinary activities before taxation 100,717 177,909
Tax on surplus on ordinary activities - -
Surplus for the financial year after taxation 100,717 177,909
Regen SW balance sheet 31 December 2011
31 December 2011 31 December 2010 £ £ £ £Fixed assets Tangible assets 19,304 33,160
Current assetsDebtors 145,692 638,274Cash at bank 326,887 36,610
472,579 674,884
CreditorsAmounts falling due within one year 125,674 442,552
Net current assets 346,905 232,332
Total assets less current liabilities 366,209 265,492
Reserves Income and expenditure account 366,209 265,492
366,209 265,492
The information on this page has been taken from the company’s financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2011, audited by Old Mill and approved by the Regen SW board in
September 2012. Full copies of these accounts can be obtained from Regen SW.
NB: The company’s financial year end changed from March to December, therefore the previous financial period was 9 Months, while the current financial period is a full year.
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Staff Team
Merlin Hymanchief [email protected]
Cheryl Hilesdirector [email protected] Gowdyprogramme director [email protected]
Chloe Udenoperations manager [email protected]
Katrina Jacksonoffice manager [email protected]
Lee Richardsprogramme manager (business & built environment) [email protected]
Hazel Williamssenior analyst [email protected] (currently on maternity leave)
Tim Crookproject manager (technical development) [email protected]
Rachel Hayesevents and membership manager [email protected]
Nicholas Kirsop-Taylorproject manager (offshore renewables) [email protected]
Tamar Bourneproject manager (policy) [email protected]
Jonathan Smartbusiness support manager [email protected]
Alastair Mumfordbusiness support manager [email protected]
Sue Pontonproject administrator [email protected]
Felicity Vivianmembership administrator [email protected]
Josie Asheanalyst [email protected]
Donna Marlowfinancial controller [email protected]
Joe Sellman-Leavasales [email protected]
Kerry [email protected]
Keith GillandersassociateJames Reddyassociate
Regen SW, The Innovation Centre, Rennes Drive, Exeter, EX4 4RN T +0044 (0)1392 494399 F +44 (0)1392420111 E [email protected] www.regensw.co.ukRegistered in England No: 04554636
Regen SW staff team, board and trusteesBoard of Directors
Chairman, Michael Huntingforddirector, Zero Carbon Marine LtdPeter Capenerindependent sustainable energy consultantCharles Couzensexecutive director, Ecos TrustAlan Johnpartner, Osborne ClarkeJonathan Johnsdirector and principal, Climatechangematters LtdMerlin HymanRegen SWCheryl HilesRegen SW
Johnny GowdyRegen SW
Trustees
Lord Robin TeversonLiberal Democrats climate change parliamentary chairRichard Cresswellregional director, Environment AgencyAlan Johnpartner, Osborne Clarke
“Regen SW have
created a sense of
purpose, enthusiasm,
commitment and
differentiation in the
south west.”
Richard Nourse , novusmodus
