The Voice of the Community Energy Sector

We are a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to helping community energy organisations create and implement new projects by advocating for a policy landscape that will support community energy and providing opportunities for community energy practitioners to connect, learn, share business models and help each other overcome obstacles. 

Who we are

We advocate on behalf of the sector and use our networks to help the sector grow.

Learn about our activities & impact

New to community energy?

We've made a guide for those interested in how to get started with community energy

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Membership

Becoming a member helps get your organisation connected across the sector and shows your support for its growth.

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Funding opportunities

We collate a wide range of funding sources for the community energy sector

Find funding for your organisation

Donations

If you've found value in what we do, please consider making a donation. Every bit helps us achieve our goals and impact.

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Community energy national map

We recently relaunched our national map showing sites of community energy activity across England

Learn more and access the map
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