1. Smart Islands What it means for business 1

2. 2 Smart Islands Context Highest home electricity consumption in the UK; over 6,000 kWh per year Has 21% fuel poverty, where energy costs > 10% of income No gas network: bottle gas, oil shipments or electric heating – all high cost Cable from mainland is 27 years old; ageing backup diesel power station Costly waste management, complex water supply and poor sewage treatment.

3. 3 Smart Islands Aims Waste to energy Smart Grid Share & sustain benefits Renewable sources Security Lower energy bills 40% Savings 40% Energy Infra- structure Community Energy

4. Programme Overview Electricity Network Sub Station Information Network

5. Business growth and opportunities 5 Reduced operating costs Better buildings*: Smart controls Energy efficiency advice Improved heating systems; or Solar PV & Battery Improved “sustainable” image of islands and businesses Supply chain opportunities delivery of projects on-going operations Innovation / “green-geek” visitors? * Limited number in pilot

6. Questions? 6