As a renewable energy developer, GEL has a firm commitment to the natural environment and acts with the intention of preserving our planet for future generations. That is why GEL has made the following pledges to the Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Local Nature Partnership.
- Saving more than 700,000 tonnes of CO2e throughout the lifetime of each 5MWe geothermal power plant compared to using gas.
- Working with local schools and communities to implement wildlife-enhancing schemes at our sites and within local parishes.
- Using hedgehog houses, insect hotels, bat boxes, bird boxes, and hibernaculums to encourage wildlife settlements at all our geothermal sites.
- Creating and maintaining vital wildlife corridors at or near our sites to ensure developments are not limiting the natural movement of wildlife between habitats.
- Providing a community fund around each geothermal site to encourage community-led, local, sustainable projects, with environmental protection, biodiversity enhancement, and community cohesion at their core.
- Running an education programme throughout nearby parishes, promoting renewable energy, sustainable living, and environmental protection.
