Tullynessle and Forbes Hall is about to undergo an ambitious re-imagining of its energy potential through a transformative net zero project which will positively impact both the local and wider community.  Following an assessment by Business Energy Scotland, the Board of Trustees has determined that the suggested improvements would greatly enhance the future viability of the hall. 

Since the start of 2024 the Board has been actively fundraising to raise close to £66,000 to install LED Lighting, roof insulation, Solar PV array, and battery storage.  To date the proactive team have almost realised their target by raising an impressive £60,000 and are exploring options for raising the final £6,000.

Thanks to support from Local Energy Scotland, who delivers the Scottish Government’s Community and Renewable Energy Scheme (CARES), for providing substantial funding for the project.  CARES supports communities to engage with, participate in and benefit from the transition to net zero emissions.  

The Hall has also been generously supported by The MacRobert Trust who fully funded the LED Lighting in April 2024.  The lights have been replaced and one user of the Hall commented; “The lights are fantastic, give a very bright, cheery, modern vibe to the wonderful Hall”.

Special thanks also go to the Marr Area Partnership and HDH Wills who have both supported the project through funding awards.  These two wonderful awards shall be used as part-match funding towards the CARES fund.

Tullynessle and Forbes Hall has appointed contractors for the capital works who shall deliver the net zero project once all local authority documents have been issued.  In the meantime, if anyone would like to provide financial support for the project please contact the Board of Trustees for more details. 

  

        

 

 

19/06/23