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Sustainable Energy 24 Limited
Renewable Energy Bonds
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SE24 is creating tangible impact by delivering a portfolio of ten rooftop solar and energy efficiency projects across South East London schools that cut carbon, reduce energy bills and support communities facing fuel poverty.
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Sustainable Energy 24 Limited
Society number : 7152
London, UK
Registration date: 29 June 2015
Your money will…
Support positive climate action by cutting carbon through clean energy generation and energy efficiency upgrades in schools.
Reduce energy costs for schools, freeing up vital budget for education instead of rising utility bills.
Support communities facing fuel poverty through SE24’s long-standing Community Fund.
Target a 6% annual return with capital repaid over a 10-year term. Interest may be tax free if held within an IFISA*
The bigger picture
- Installed around 650 kWp of solar capacity across community sites.
- Delivered LED upgrades across 5 locations (3,000+ light fittings).
- Successfully raised capital through five community investment offers.
- Built long-term partnerships with schools and multi-academy trusts.
SE24’s model enables schools to benefit from immediate climate action and clean energy without no upfront cost. By investing in their bond offer, you can play a part in it.
* IFISA eligibility depends on investors' individual tax status and current legislation.
What your money will do
- Fund 10 projects across South East London schools , including 6 solar installations and 4 LED upgrades.
- Generate over 700 MWh of energy each year, enough to power around 270 homes.
- Deliver £1.66 million in lifetime energy cost savings for schools.
- Avoid approximately 662 tonnes of CO₂ emissions.
Team
Meet the SE24 team: https://se24.co.uk/whos-who-at-se24/
Edmund Papworth
Non-Executive Chair and Director
Edmund is an experienced CFO, Director, and Non-Executive Director with a strong track record in high growth businesses, renewable infrastructure and sustainability.
Mark Hughes
Chief Executive Officer and Director
Mark spent 25 years leading various teams in Power and Utilities in PricewaterhouseCoopers, and, since retiring, has continued to advise clients in those sectors. He was a founder Director of SE24.
Anna Stobart
Vice-Chair and Director
Anna has held a number of senior HR Director roles in the UK and internationally over 25 years leading and managing complex business transformation programmes.
Andrew Porter
Finance Director
Andrew was appointed Finance Director for SE24 in June 2025. He has 50 years' experience in corporate treasury and project finance.
Jim Belben
Company Secretary and Director
Jim is a publisher by profession and a company director and has lived in South London for over 35 years. He is SE24's Company Secretary and a founding director.
Janet Wood
Community Engagement Director
Janet has been a journalist in the power and energy sector for 30 years, covering technology, policy and politics.
Dave Rinaldi
Director and Volunteer Manager
Dave is an SE24 investor who became our Volunteer Manager in 2022 and SE24 Director in 2023. Dave is a part-time paid contractor with over 16 years' experienceas a Volunteer Manager and Operations Manager in the charity sector.
Upasna Agarwal
Business Development Director
Upasna started volunteering with SE24 in 2024 and was appointed as Business Development Director in June 2025. Upasna is an experienced sustainability and ESG professional.
Cameron Slater
Assistant Finance Director
Cameron started working with SE24 as a volunteer in late 2023 and assisted in the run up to the 2024 raise. He has a background in economics and financial analysis.
Matthew Pierce
Asset Management Director
Matthew Pierce is an experienced sustainability professional and asset manager, bringing over 25 years of commercial and technical expertise in renewable energy and clean technology.
Steve Curati
Communications Director
Steve leads on SE24 communications, digital ops and design. Steve has over 20 years' experience in tech-for-good and digital design.
Elliot Legg
SE24 Asset Manager
Elliot is employed by SE24 one day per week to look after the performance and maintenance of solar panel installations at SE24, ensuring they run efficiently and reliably.
Interest accrual and payment
Interest will start accruing from the closing date and will be paid from June 2027.
Getting your money out
The amortising bond will repay a portion of capital each year along with interest.
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