Statkraft Team Raises £5,436 for Suicide Prevention Charity Mikeysline

A six-strong team of cyclists from renewable energy firm Statkraft participated in the 66-mile Etape Loch Ness challenge to raise funds for Mikeysline, a suicide prevention charity. The team, consisting of Iain Robertson, head of Statkraft Scotland, Scott Gilbert, project director for Statkraft's Loch na Cathrach pumped hydro project, and John Young, public affairs manager, handed over a cheque for £2,718 to the charity. Statkraft matched the donation, doubling the total to £5,436. The team was inspired by the charity's work in supporting mental health and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health issues.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Statkraft team consisted of six cyclists, including Iain Robertson, head of Statkraft Scotland, Scott Gilbert, project director for Statkraft's Loch na Cathrach pumped hydro project, and John Young, public affairs manager.
  • The team participated in the 66-mile Etape Loch Ness challenge to raise funds for Mikeysline, a suicide prevention charity.
  • The team raised £2,718, which was match-funded by Statkraft, doubling the donation to £5,436.
  • Allana Stables, Bee the Change manager for Mikeysline, expressed gratitude to the Statkraft team for their support, stating that fundraising efforts help the charity continue to be a vital lifeline across local communities.
  • The charity's staff and volunteers are committed to making a real difference in the lives of people across the region and in local schools.
  • The team was inspired by the charity's work in supporting mental health and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health issues.

Statistics:

  • The Statkraft team raised £2,718 for Mikeysline.
  • Statkraft matched the donation, doubling the total to £5,436.