Entering the competition – what do groups or organisations need to consider when defining a community?
For Stage 1, you will need to briefly describe the community you will work with, but you do not need to have detailed plans regarding the definition of your community at this stage. However, it would make sense to start involving and engaging with your community as early as possible in the application. Bear in mind, that it is the community’s energy use, as well as the group’s, that will be measured. If you are selected for Stage 2 you will need to be very clear in your application for the final stage as to what you do and do not consider to be part of your community. We will need to approve both your definition and how you will measure the energy use of that community. Your actions must consider and potentially include the activities, people, buildings and equipment that are used by and are part of that community. If you’re still not clear, you can contact us through the regional offices of our partner UnLtd. We’ll also publish inspirational case studies and further suggestions on our
