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 public buildings.
Improvements Across Glenkens Halls
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.
A Celebration of Achievements
On February 9th, an event is planned to celebrate these achievements across the whole of the Glenkens. It will offer a chance to hear directly from those managing community spaces about their experiences.
Presentations and Community Discussions
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.
Performance by Sarah Jane Scouten
This will be followed by a powered-down acoustic and candle-lit performance by award-winning Canadian folk and country artist Sarah Jane Scouten.
Screening of Living Proof – A Climate Story
The event will also feature a screening of Living Proof – A Climate Story—Emily Munro’s powerful portrayal of industrial change in Scotland through archival footage.
Event Details and Booking Information
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 at gcat.scot/arts or at CatStrand. We look forward to seeing attendees there and celebrating what the amazing communities have achieved!
Celebrating Energy Efficiency in the Glenkens takes place at 2 pm on Sunday, February 9th, at CatStrand New Galloway, and is followed by a screening of Living Proof – A Climate Story at 2 pm.
