2023-07-31-accounts - Third Sector Renewables

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	Third Sector Renewables Charity Name	Third Sector Renewables Charity Name	Third Sector Renewables Charity Name	1151947 No (if any)	CC16a
	For the period from	01/08/2022 Period start date	To	Period end date 31/07/2023

Section A Receipts and payments
A1 Receipts	Unrestricted funds to the nearest £ 2,640 4,464 7,104	Restricted funds to the nearest £ 5,000 50,960 20 53,237 13,344 122,561	Endowment funds to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - -	Total funds to the nearest £ 2,640 4,464 5,000 50,960 20 53,237 13,344 - 129,665 - 129,665	Last year to the nearest £
Donations	2,640				-
HMRC Gift Aid	4,464				-
Crowdfunder - Save Our Wild Isles CommunityFund					-
Crowdfunder - The Aviva CommunityFund					-
Crowdfunder - My Climate Ready Plan Fund					-
Crowdfunder - The Crowd					-
Crowdfunder - IR4PH					-
					-
*Sub total*	7,104				-
A2 Asset and investment sales, etc. *Total receipts* A3 Payments
	-	-	-	-	-
	7,104 166 68 450 683	122,561 2,500 8,490 89,360 100,350	- - - - - - - - - -
					-

Website & IT	166			166	-
Community Account Maintenance Charges	68			68	-
Consultation & Administration Services	450			450	-
Donations				2,500	-
Project Delivery- TNL CommunityFund				8,490
Project Delivery- Crowdfunder				89,360	-
				-	-
				-	-
				-	-
				-	-
**Sub total **	683			101,034	-
A4 Asset and investment purchases, etc. *Total payments* *Net of receipts/(payments)* A5 Transfers between funds A6 Cash funds last year end *Cash funds this year end*
	-	-	-	-	-
	683 6,421 - - 372.50 6,048.18	100,350 22,211 - 8,372 30,582.42	- - - - -
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	6,421	22,211	-	28,631	-
	-	-	-	-	-
	- 372.50	8,372	-	7,999.16	-
	6,048.18	30,582.42	-	36,630.60	-

CCXX R1 accounts (SS)

29/11/2023

Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period

Categories Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees B5 Liabilities B3 Investment assets B2 Other monetary assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B1 Cash funds	Details Details *Total cash funds* (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Cash in the Bank Details Details Details Signature	Unrestricted funds to nearest £ 6,048 - - 6,048 OK Unrestricted funds to nearest £ - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Fund to which asset belongs Fund to which liability relates
		Print Name
		William Crawford

CCXX R2 accounts (SS)

29/11/2023

Trustees' Annual Report for the period

Period start date Period end date From 01 08 2022 To 31 07 2023

Section A Reference and administration details

Charity name Third Sector Renewables

Other names charity is known by n/a Registered charity number (if any) 1151947

Charity's principal address 240 Paget Road Birmingham Postcode B24 0JJ

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

Trustee name	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole year	Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany)
William Fraser Crawford	Chair		Membership at AGM
Mark Augustine Peter McGuigan	Treasurer
Emily Louise Hopper	Secretary

















Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees)
Name		Dates acted if not for whole year

March 2012

TAR

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)

Type of adviser Name Address Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Section B Structure, governance and management

Description of the charity’s trusts

CONSTITUTION ADOPTED 08 JAN 2010 AS AMENDED ON 24 APRIL 2013 Type of governing document (eg. trust deed, constitution) Charitable Unincorporated Association How the charity is constituted (eg. trust, association, company) Elected by members at AGM Trustee selection methods (eg. appointed by, elected by)

Additional governance issues (Optional information)

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policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees;
the charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works;
relationship with any related parties;
t rustees’ consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them.

Section C Objectives and activities

March 2012

TAR

Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document

TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT THE VIABILITY AND BENEFIT OF GENERATING ELECTRICITY THROUGH THE USE OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES; WHICH ARE IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY, DEFINED AS SUN, WIND AND SOLAR TECHNOLOGIES.

Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objects (include within this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit)

Through the year, especially during planning meetings, the trustees have taken into account the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit (ref. ‘public benefit requirement’, The Charities Act, 2011)

SEE APPENDIX

Additional details of objectives and activities (Optional information)

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policy on grantmaking;
policy programme related investment;
contribution made by volunteers.

Section D Achievements and performance

Summary of the main SEE APPENDIX achievements of the charity during the year

March 2012

TAR

Section E Financial review

Brief statement of the

At the end of the financial year there was £36,630.60 in the bank; £6,048.18 unrestricted funds and £30,582.42 restricted funds.

charity’s policy on reserves

As per the charity ’ s Reserve Policy, the £6,048.18 will be held in reserve to offset the minimum cost of any contingency.

Details of any funds materially No deficits in deficit

Further financial review details (Optional information)

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the chari ty’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising);
how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity;
investment policy and objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted.

Section F Other optional information

Section G Declaration

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Signature(s)

Full name(s) William Fraser Crawford Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Chair Date 31ST JANUARY 2024

March 2012

TAR

Annual Report 2022-23

Third Sector Renewables (TSR) - Registered Charity Number: 1151947

Financial Overview

Turnover for 2022-23: £129,665, a significant increase from £16,170 in the previous year.
Funding Sources: The increase in turnover is attributed to match-funded donations from The Aviva Community Fund and Save Our Wild Isles Community Fund, alongside contributions from 290 supporters through our 'Climate Action - Together For Implementation' Crowdfunder campaign.
Reserves: At the end of the financial year, TSR held £6,048 in unrestricted funds, maintained for contingencies as per the charity's Reserve Policy.

Trustees and Key Personnel

Trustees: Mark McGuigan, Will Crawford, Emily Hopper
• Coordinator: Dr. Alex Boyd
Financial Administrator: Wendy van der Haagen-Boyd

About the Charity

TSR is committed to educating the public on renewable energy technologies (solar, wind) and promoting environmental conservation through various community-driven initiatives. Our activities include renewable energy promotion, energy conservation awareness, support for climate action projects, tackling eco-anxiety, and assistance in renewable energy installations.

Key Activities and Achievements

Promotion of Renewable Energy and Conservation

TSR emphasises the importance of renewable, non-fossil fuel burning, energy sources and energy conservation, offering advice on energy-efficient practices and promoting sustainable energy solutions.

Support for Climate Action Projects

We organised projects to foster biodiversity, mitigate climate change impacts, and promote sustainable practices like tree planting, eco-somatics and waterway depolluting.

Community Engagement and Events

Our interactive popup E(nergy)-Zone events serve as educational platforms for renewable energy awareness. We brought hundreds of people together from England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland through community consultation and climate action.

Tackling Eco-Anxiety

We engaged the public in environmental work, promoting mental well-being through outdoor activities.

Renewable Energy Installations

We supported the public in utilising government grants for energy-efficient home and building upgrades.

Detailed Overview of Supported Climate Action Projects

Growing Together – Clanabogan Park Initiative : A tree planting initiative in Northern Ireland focusing on biodiversity enhancement and carbon reduction through the planting of native trees and plants.
Practice at the Garden – Dance Artist Residency : An artistic residency at the Story Garden in London, blending dance, ecology, and community engagement with a focus on environmental awareness and participatory art.
Kinaesthetic Walks & Listening Practices : An ecosomatic practice exploring silent walking and receptive listening to nature, combined with creative interaction and environmental stewardship activities.
Divine Ridiculous – "Song of the Waters" : An initiative in Dartmoor to clean and re-wild a reservoir, incorporating community engagement through environmental work and artistic expressions.
UPSTREAM/I FYNY’R AFON : A collaborative workshop in Pembrokeshire, Wales focusing on embodied practices and environmental care, integrating movement and ecological awareness along a local river.
Environmental Arts & Eco Somatic Residency : A residency on Isle Martin, Scotland, merging environmental arts, eco-somatic practices, and climate action, emphasizing local collaboration and environmental stewardship.
Waterway Pickers Staines : A community project in Staines for cleaning local rivers, engaging the community in environmental art and activism, and fostering local ecological awareness.
Butoh in Nature with Vangeline : A dance residency in Yorkshire focusing on Butoh dance in natural settings, integrating environmental care activities such as litter collection and habitat creation.

Future Strategy and Outlook

Looking ahead, TSR aims to expand its impact by:

Strengthening Community Networks : Increasing collaboration with local communities and organisations to broaden the reach and impact of our initiatives.
Enhancing Educational Programs : Developing more comprehensive educational materials and workshops to raise awareness about renewable energy and sustainability.
Diversifying Funding Sources : Exploring new funding opportunities and partnerships to support the growth and sustainability of our projects.
Advancing Technology Utilisation : Leveraging emerging technologies in renewable energy to implement more efficient and impactful solutions.
Expanding Geographical Reach : Extending our activities beyond current regions to address environmental challenges in diverse communities.
Fostering Innovation in Climate Action : Encouraging creative and innovative approaches to environmental conservation and climate action.

Through these strategic objectives, TSR is committed to continuing its vital work in promoting renewable energy, environmental conservation, and community engagement, adapting to the evolving challenges and opportunities in the field of environmental sustainability.

This report reflects TSR's dedication to a sustainable future and our ongoing commitment to making a significant impact in the realm of environmental conservation and renewable energy education. We are optimistic about the future and the role we will play in building a greener, more sustainable world.

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	Third Sector Renewables Charity Name	Third Sector Renewables Charity Name	Third Sector Renewables Charity Name	1151947 No (if any)	CC16a
	For the period from	01/08/2022 Period start date	To	Period end date 31/07/2023

Section A Receipts and payments
A1 Receipts	Unrestricted funds to the nearest £ 2,640 4,464 7,104	Restricted funds to the nearest £ 5,000 50,960 20 53,237 13,344 122,561	Endowment funds to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - -	Total funds to the nearest £ 2,640 4,464 5,000 50,960 20 53,237 13,344 - 129,665 - 129,665	Last year to the nearest £
Donations	2,640				-
HMRC Gift Aid	4,464				-
Crowdfunder - Save Our Wild Isles CommunityFund					-
Crowdfunder - The Aviva CommunityFund					-
Crowdfunder - My Climate Ready Plan Fund					-
Crowdfunder - The Crowd					-
Crowdfunder - IR4PH					-
					-
*Sub total*	7,104				-
A2 Asset and investment sales, etc. *Total receipts* A3 Payments
	-	-	-	-	-
	7,104 166 68 450 683	122,561 2,500 8,490 89,360 100,350	- - - - - - - - - -
					-

Website & IT	166			166	-
Community Account Maintenance Charges	68			68	-
Consultation & Administration Services	450			450	-
Donations				2,500	-
Project Delivery- TNL CommunityFund				8,490
Project Delivery- Crowdfunder				89,360	-
				-	-
				-	-
				-	-
				-	-
**Sub total **	683			101,034	-
A4 Asset and investment purchases, etc. *Total payments* *Net of receipts/(payments)* A5 Transfers between funds A6 Cash funds last year end *Cash funds this year end*
	-	-	-	-	-
	683 6,421 - - 372.50 6,048.18	100,350 22,211 - 8,372 30,582.42	- - - - -
					-

	6,421	22,211	-	28,631	-
	-	-	-	-	-
	- 372.50	8,372	-	7,999.16	-
	6,048.18	30,582.42	-	36,630.60	-

CCXX R1 accounts (SS)

29/11/2023

Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period

Categories Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees B5 Liabilities B3 Investment assets B2 Other monetary assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B1 Cash funds	Details Details *Total cash funds* (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Cash in the Bank Details Details Details Signature	Unrestricted funds to nearest £ 6,048 - - 6,048 OK Unrestricted funds to nearest £ - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Fund to which asset belongs Fund to which liability relates
		Print Name
		William Crawford

CCXX R2 accounts (SS)

29/11/2023