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Over the past year, ETZ Ltd has accelerated delivery efforts and taken action to ensure the scale of the energy transition opportunity within the Energy Transition Zone and the wider region is capitalised on. As we continue to reposition North East Scotland as an integrated energy cluster focussed on the delivery of net zero, our Annual Report for 2024/25 summarises the various activities and projects ETZ Ltd has supported and delivered throughout the year. Watch the full video here. 

31 local community projects supported by almost £200,000 in two yearsNow in its second year, the Community & Coast Fund is providing grants to 15 local organisations to deliver a new wave of impactful, community led initiatives that will benefit residents across Torry and Cove. With £100,000 made available in this second round, the fund has now supported 31 local projects, with total investment approaching £200,000. Delivered in partnership with Aberdeen’s Third Sector Interface, ACVO TSI, ETZ Ltd’s Community & Coast Fund aims to empower local groups by providing targeted grants to support initiatives that respond to community needs ranging from youth support to wellness and skills development, as well as heritage preservation, sustainability and improving biodiversity. Applications opened in late September 2025, inviting local groups to apply for grants of up to £10,000 to help bring their ideas for innovative community projects to life. This year’s applicants were also asked to consider four priority issues identified with local stakeholders and Year 1 awardees: community safety, community engagement, social isolation and mental health. The local organisations benefiting from the fund this year include Charleston Primary Parent Council, who will develop a dedicated sensory room to support children with additional needs, Cove Woodland Trust to extend the community woodland path network and improve access for all visitors, Torry Men’s Shed to strengthen its community space where men can meet and learn new skills, and Cove and Altens Community Council to deliver their Tree of Hope project, a semi-permanent structure built in partnership with local groups. Big Noise Torry will also benefit, supporting its free, long-term music education programme that helps hundreds of children and young people build confidence, develop life skills and reach their potential. Carole Monnier, Community Lead at ETZ Ltd, said: “We’re delighted to continue supporting projects that make a real difference for people in Torry and Cove, and empower groups to turn great ideas into action.” ACVO Development Officer Sarah Irvine worked closely with groups in Torry and Cove throughout the application period, helping shape proposals and support ideas.She said: “It’s been fantastic to work with so many local organisations as they bring their projects to life. There’s a great mix of initiatives this year, and I’m excited to see the positive impact they will have across Torry and Cove.” These awards represent an important source of investment for community-led initiatives at a time when funding is increasingly competitive and many local organisations in Aberdeen - and across Scotland - are managing significant financial pressures. Maggie Hepburn, Chief Executive of ACVO TSI, said:“Securing funding is often a challenge for community groups, so we’re pleased to support the delivery of this initiative for a second year. ACVO has a strong track record of working with organisations across Aberdeen, and we see the difference well-resourced projects can make."ACVO TSI will be actively engaging with recipients of the fund to showcase their success as the projects get underway in 2026, and we look forward to sharing these stories next year.” Below is the full list of the 15 Year 2 funded organisations, with further information on each project found here. Altens and Cove Community AssociationBrimmond Court Residents AssociationCharleston Primary Parent CouncilCove and Altens Community CouncilCove in BloomCove Thistle AFCCove Woodland TrustCove Youth Football ClubGreyhope Parent VoiceLoirston Primary School Parent CouncilMen in MindSistema Scotland – Big Noise TorryTorry Men's ShedTullos Community GardenTullos Crescent Allotments

ETZ Ltd continues to drive North East Scotland’s energy transition with a clear vision: to maintain our region’s position as a global leader in energy excellence.In this edition, we outline key advancements across the Energy Transition Zone and highlight regional progress as we support our world-class supply chain and regional partners.North East Scotland has once again been identified as a preferred location for major offshore renewables investment, this time for the Bowdun Offshore Wind Farm. ETZ Ltd has secured significant additional funding to strengthen our leadership, while Scotland’s First Minister has reaffirmed the region as the destination of choice for developing energy skills.Click to read the full November 2025 Quarterly Update.

Welcome to the third edition of the Community and Coast newsletter. Here you can find the latest updates and information about ETZ Ltd’s Community & Coast programme, delivering sustainable, long-term, community wealth-building investments as an integral part of our wider energy transition ambitions. Read it here.

A £30,000 funding partnership is providing hundreds of pupils in Torry with after-school clubs and activities.Funding from ETZ Ltd and Port of Aberdeen has been awarded to Sport Aberdeen to secure the targeted provision of the “Active Schools” programme for the 2025/2026 academic year, which promotes health and wellbeing for pupils and their families. This supports follows an inaugural round of activity in 2024/2025, funded by ETZ Ltd, which resulted in a 200% increase in participation in Torry schools’ extra-curricular programmes involving 220 pupils.  This included 16 new extracurricular clubs in Torry schools, engaging pupils and their families from nursery through to secondary. Highlights include the launch of the “Kit for All” initiative, alongside a range of events and one-to-one support as part of the school day.ETZ Ltd continued its support this year with a £15,000 donation which was match-funded by Port of Aberdeen, providing crucial support for the continued delivery of these services.The investment has delivered new equipment and more activities, mentoring, and training opportunities, helping young people develop leadership skills and promote wellbeing in their communities. Graeme Dale, Director of Sport and Active Communities at Sport Aberdeen, said: “We’re delighted to have the backing of ETZ Ltd and Port of Aberdeen to keep Active Schools thriving in Torry. This funding means hundreds of young people can enjoy more clubs, more opportunities, and more chances to be active with their friends and families. Together, we’re helping to build healthier, stronger communities.” Carole Monnier, Community Lead at ETZ Ltd, said: “It has been inspiring to see the Active Schools programme grow and deliver incredible impacts in its first year and see the dedication of the Active Schools coaches first hand. Having Port Aberdeen join us to support this initiative grow further demonstrates the strength of partnerships like these to deliver more for local communities.”  Jordan Harkins, Head of Communications, Port of Aberdeen, said:“Sport Aberdeen’s Active Schools is making a real difference in the lives of young people in Torry. ETZ Ltd is an important stakeholder for the port and we were delighted to join forces to support this amazing programme for the community. As a Trust Port, our mission is to create prosperity for generations, and this partnership is a perfect example of that in action.”  Councillor Martin Greig, convener, Education and Children’s Services Committee, Aberdeen City Council, said: "This contribution has supported the school community. The partnership work has given a welcome boost for the benefit of the pupils." 

Welcome to the second edition of the Community and Coast newsletter. Here you can find the latest updates and information about ETZ Ltd’s Community & Coast programme, delivering sustainable, long-term, community wealth-building investments as an integral part of our wider energy transition ambitions, and skills linked activities.Read it here.