Sheffield Renewables was formed by a group of volunteers in late 2007. We are committed to improving Sheffield’s environmental sustainability. We aim to harness local enthusiasm, knowledge and skills, in creating an energetic and committed social enterprise, which develops, owns and operates renewable energy schemes for the benefit of Sheffield’s local communities.

We were formed into an Industrial and Provident Society in 2009 and are now registered as a Community Benefit Society with currently five directors. We would now like to expand our Board with additional directors. The Board develops strategy, decides on priorities and monitors our finances. Ideally we would like to recruit people with experience in one or more of the following: internal audit, governance, construction, business development, engineering, finance or law as well as renewables.

We currently operate five solar schemes in the Sheffield City Region and are keen to develop more projects around renewable energy. The issue of climate change has come to the forefront politically and the Board feels the time is right to develop Sheffield Renewables further. We have recently employed a part time project worker to help develop more projects with partners we already have contact with.

We are looking for local people who are committed to our aims, our values and have some time available to devote to Sheffield Renewables. Board meetings are held quarterly and last about two hours. Board members also need to spend about an hour or so reading Board papers in preparation for meetings. Full training would be given on the responsibilities of directors and we hold Directors and Officers insurance. There is no remuneration for these positions, but travelling expenses would be met.

In the first instance, new appointees would shadow the existing Directors to gain experience before being nominated at the next AGM for member approval.

If you are interested, please contact our Secretary Dr Nicolas Viphakone to arrange to meet for an informal chat. We would then request a CV and an interview would take place.
13th January 2026