AC Whyte has successfully completed the latest phase of its Energy Efficient Scotland: Area Based Schemes (EES:ABS) programme in Sheddocksley, Aberdeen, continuing a multi-year partnership with Aberdeen City Council and Changeworks.
Since 2022, AC Whyte has worked collaboratively with Aberdeen City Council to deliver external wall insulation (EWI) and associated energy efficiency improvements to 365 homes across Dyce, Bridge of Don, Northfield and Mastrick. This wider programme has improved home comfort, reduced heating costs, and delivered measurable carbon savings while strengthening local supply chains and community outcomes.
Building on this success, the 2024/25 phase saw 28 additional homes in Sheddocksley upgraded, with works valued at approximately £578,000. The scope included the installation of external wall insulation across mixed-construction property types, including No-Fines and Timber Frame homes, helping to further improve thermal performance, reduce heat loss and lower fuel bills for residents.
Community Benefit Outcomes
Alongside technical delivery, AC Whyte has remained committed to Community Wealth Building throughout the programme. Across the three-year contract, the project delivered meaningful local impact, including engagement with six local suppliers and subcontractors, the creation of four new jobs for Aberdeen residents, and the provision of two structured work placements to support skills development. Additional community benefits included a £1,000 donation to Mastric Community Centre, supporting residents experiencing food and fuel poverty, as well as participation in a community litter pick to enhance the local environment.
Reflecting on the success of the wider EES:ABS programme, Mark Shaw, Senior Energy Officer (Domestic) at Aberdeen City Council, said:
“Since 2022, Aberdeen City Council and AC Whyte have collaborated to deliver Scottish Government-funded EES:ABS projects with excellent results. Working closely with AC Whyte and Changeworks, we successfully maximised customer engagement and funding, enabling 337 residents to benefit from new external wall insulation and energy efficiency improvements. These upgrades have enhanced home comfort and helped reduce fuel bills for our residents. We have been impressed with AC Whyte’s professionalism, commitment and performance throughout.”
Kenneth Fraser, Programme Manager at Changeworks said:
“As Managing Agent’s for works on Aberdeen City Council EES: ABS programme, we have enjoyed working in partnership with the Council and AC Whyte to deliver external wall insulation measures to benefit householders in the City. The households are now living in homes that are easier to heat, have improved comfort levels and will see savings on their energy bills. Furthermore, the reduced energy required to heat the homes has the environmental improvement of reducing their CO2 emissions.”
The Aberdeen EES:ABS programme demonstrates AC Whyte’s ability to deliver large-scale retrofit at pace, combining technical excellence with strong resident engagement, measurable carbon savings and long-term community value.
We are proud to continue supporting Aberdeen City Council in improving homes, strengthening neighbourhoods and progressing Scotland’s net-zero ambitions.