Binn Ecopark masterplanning
We are delighted to have been appointed by the Binn Group to work with their team in the development of a masterplan for the Binn Ecopark into 2024.
Stannochy Energy Hub, Brechin
As part of our research activities into integrating clean energy with land uses, we collaborated with the University of Dundee Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering through a grant award from the ETP to develop a feasibility model on collocating green hydrogen production as a clean fuel source for heavy duty vehicle use.
Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) research paper – an emerging Scottish context
Through our research and land management work, RCL were commissioned by Perth & Kinross Countryside Trust and the Riverwoods Almond Headwaters programme to undertake a research study into the emerging BNG policy framework in the UK and the potential applications in Scotland, as part of a nature recovery strategy.
Battery Energy Storage Scheme – Stracathro Estates, Angus
As part of our work on energy planning and decarbonisation, RCL have been commissioned by Spanish energy company OPDE in partnership with Stracathro Estates to progress a 249MW Battery Energy Storage Scheme (BESS) at Addicate Wood, near Brechin in Angus.
Perth West – Innovation highway and eco park
Planning permission was granted on the 6th September 2023 for a strategic, mixed use development on the western edge of Perth which evolved through a charette consultation and design process to inform the Local Development Plan for a 3000+ home, 25 hectare business park and associated amenities.
New distillery, Craigforth, Stirling
On behalf of the Ambassador Group, owners and developers of Craigforth Campus in Stirling, we have submitted an application for a Certificate of Lawfulness to undertake whisky and spirits distillation at Lomond View building.
Smart Local Energy Systems
Research study published into the feasibility of SLES for strategic new developments
ETP Hydrogen Innovation Programme
Research award to model a private grid for green hydrogen production for use by the heavy duty vehicle sector.
Mirco-grid solar park, Perthshire
On behalf of Atholl Estates, we have submitted a detailed planning application for a 160 kWh solar array at Blair Castle Caravan Park.
Logistics Warehousing Hub, Perthshire
To support the mail order delivery service of The House of Bruar, we were delighted to secure planning permission for the warehousing on the A9 at Ballinluig.
Angus Rural Mobility Hub – Public Consultation Event
Following consultation with Brechin & Inveresk Community Councils, we were delighted to undertake a wide community consultation event on the 30th March 2023 at Brechin Community Campus.
Tay Cities Clean Growth Forum
The Tay Cities Clean Growth Forum was launched in April 2023 to support knowledge sharing, discussions and the progression of projects focused on clean economic growth within the Tay Cities Region.
COP 26 – One Year On.....
Delighted to support the conference with a short talk on our work into how decarbonising transport and in particular heavy goods vehicles is central to reducing CO2 emissions and achieving targets.
Electric Road Systems with the University of Lund
ERS is being considered as part of a wider city mobility and logistics strategy. The question is, if and how an ERS could support the decarbonisation of urban logistics and bus based transport in Perth?
The future of smart cities
SURFLOGH is an EU North Sea region research programme. Its aim? To develop a framework that supports cities and regions to deliver clean, affordable, and inclusive urban logistics initiatives.
A rural action plan for climate change
As part of an OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) cities and regions programme, we contributed to a research programme on how rural policy for climate change is being implemented.
Fuelling carbon-free dairy
As part of their transition to Net Zero, Graham’s, the Family Dairy are aiming to decarbonise their fleet of HGVs which deliver products to their customers.
Trials on hydrogen route maps
A shift to alternative fuels will need new refuelling infrastructure. We contributed to a Scottish Government route map for hydrogen refuelling stations set within local production supply chains – essential for HGVs.