Introduction

It is our belief that the earth’s finite resources should be recycled and utilised to the fullest extent possible in order to promote an ecologically sustainable society in the future. Every business is under increasing commercial pressure and only those that investigate ways to become more environmentally responsible will succeed in the future. In this respect, Anaerobic Digestion technology and the products it produces will surely play an important role offering a real commercial opportunity. This is where Heat and Power Limited comes in. In the past most ordinary people have been unable to benefit directly from the opportunity renewable energy has to offer, as big companies with huge resources have dominated the sector.

Heat and Power Limited is different and is working on a broad front to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, deliver renewable energy whilst returning an attractive return for shareholders.

This website provides a unique opportunity for you to support ‘Heat and Power Limited’ in the renewable energy revolution taking place across the country. The website gives an overview of a fascinating world, one in which micro organisms, already at work, are responsible for producing a valuable resource that we can harvest. We aim to awaken your interest in the possibilities of Anaerobic Digestion. We also hope that you will want to gain a deeper knowledge of this subject, and take an active part in supporting the development of Heat and Power Limited as a company.

Heat and Power Limited believes that the age of fossil fuels is nearing an end and all products and businesses which rely on them will become less competitive. We invite you to support our exciting new company by registering interest in ordinary shares or providing a donation to offset your greenhouse gas emissions. We hereby welcome you into the world of ‘Natural Energy’ and look forward to welcoming your support of Heat and Power Limited.

Sam Harcus, Director and Colin Risbridger, Chairman

Sam Harcus, 45, born in Westray lives on the island with his wife and is father of six. He is a marine engineer by background however in the last five years he has been more heavily involved in community development and all aspects of renewable energy. A director of Orkney Renewable Energy Forum and Chairman of the community sub group Sam is passionate about developing renewable energy projects. He is also a director of the Westray Development Trust and is working with them on their electric vehicle, biofuels, and community wind turbine projects. Sam is employed full time with Heat and Power Limited and also delivers advice to communities in Orkney on funding from the Scottish Community & Householder Renewable Initiative on behalf of the Highlands & Islands Energy Company.

Colin Risbridger, 30, originally from Wick, Caithness now lives in Westray with his wife and two sons. He is a Chartered Engineer with a degree in Energy and Environmental Engineering from Napier University and a Masters in Business Administration from Heriot Watt University. He is currently studying for an MSc in Renewable Energy Research with the Environmental Research Institute on the topic of 'The fertiliser value of digestate'.

Colin is vice chair of the Orkney Renewable Energy Forum and in addition to being the chairman of Heat and Power Limited he also trades as C Ris Energy. His background is in the power industry where he worked with Scottish Power plc before moving north to settle in Orkney. He has worked on a number of community renewable energy projects including the 100% Renewable Energy Plan for Westray, developing the business model and securing the finance for the locally owned 850kW Burray Wind Turbine. His latest success has been the design and construction of the anaerobic digestion plant at Tuquoy, Westray capable of handling up to 1,500 tonnes per annum of feedstock.