Case Studies

Below are a selection of resources and case studies to give you useful information on CARES. Hover over an image for more information.

Strathnairn Community Benefit Fund
Strathnairn Community Benefit Fund uses community benefit income from nearby wind farms and a hydro scheme to improve the lives of residents in this rural community.

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Strathnairn Community Benefit Fund
Finderne Development Trust
Finderne Development Trust was set up in 2018 to drive the sustainable rural regeneration of Finderne in Moray, and used CARES funding to hold a community consultation and help create a long-term vision.

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Finderne Development Trust
Stroupster Community Fund
Stroupster Community Fund uses money from Greencoat UK Wind to fund projects to benefit the local area of Dunnet & Canisbay, a rural area which faces challenges but also benefits from iconic scenery and tourist links.

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Stroupster Community Fund
Old Luce Community Fund
Old Luce Community Fund brings together funding from eight different developers and wind farms, to fund projects which improve the local community in Dumfries and Galloway.

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Old Luce Community Fund
Annandale & Nithsdale Community Benefit Company
Community benefit funding generated by Harestanes Wind Farm is used to benefit communities in Annandale and Nithsdale.

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Annandale & Nithsdale Community Benefit Company
Stow Community Park
Stow Community Park has been transformed for the enjoyment of local residents, thanks to community benefit funding and local fundraising.

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Stow Community Park
Gala Water History and Heritage Association
Community benefit funding allows Gala Water History and Heritage Association to improve access to historic materials and information about the area's rich heritage.

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Gala Water History and Heritage Association
Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust – the growth of a Community “Anchor” Body
The Trust was created as a response to local needs and concerns about the future of the area and to the opportunities beginning to emerge from community benefit funds pledged by onshore wind farm developers. The Trust is now well established and works to strengthen the local community, supporting local groups to improve the services they offer and providing a sustainable community development service in the area.

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Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust – the growth of a Community “Anchor” Body

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