Key components of the plan include the business base and a risk analysis. The energy plan estimates carbon savings of roughly 327 tons a year – the equivalent of 74 energy-neutral homes. This reduction can be further increased through the use of green energy. By definition, being a trailblazer involves exploring unchartered territory, and you’re likely to face any number of challenges in a project of this type, including various laws and regulations. In July 2017, the project received funding in the form of a DEI subsidy, the purpose of which is to recognize ideas which are progressive in terms of sustainability. The project partners hung in there throughout, strengthened by their perseverance and mutual trust. The tender process was launched in March 2018.