Celebrating energy efficiency in the Glenkens

Community buildings across the Glenkens have made significant strides in improving energy efficiency and reducing their carbon footprint over the last few years.

In 2023, GCAT commissioned a report from Natural Power Consultants, titled Energy Efficiency and Decarbonisation in the Glenkens – Community Buildings, which assessed energy use and outlined practical measures to enhance sustainability across 11 of our public buildings.

Due in part to this and thanks to much volunteer effort, substantial improvements have been made to many Glenkens Halls, including better insulation, the installation of air source heat pumps, solar panels and battery storage - reducing both energy costs and environmental impact.

On February 9th we are planning an event to celebrate these achievements across the whole of the Glenkens. It offers a chance to hear directly from those managing community spaces about their experiences.

Presentations will be given by CatStrand, New Galloway Town Hall and Dalry Town Hall on their recent historic building upgrades. There will be a chance to chat further over a bowl of ‘zero waste soup’ with ingredients sourced from LING Larder.  This will be followed by a powered-down acoustic & candle lit performance by award-winning Canadian folk & country artist Sarah Jane Scouten.

Stay with us afterward for a screening of Living Proof – A Climate Story - Emily Munro’s powerful portrayal of industrial change in Scotland through archival footage.

These events are presented by CatStrand Arts, in partnership with the D&G Climate Hub. They are free to attend, and tickets can be booked online at Ticket Source or at the CatStrand.

We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating what our amazing communities have achieved!