We’re the national voice for community energy
Featured News
24 Mar 2026
State of the Sector 2026: Data collection is now open
We are pleased to announce that data collection for the Community Energy State of the Sector 2026 research is now open for data submission. The State of the Sector, sponsored by SP Energy Networks, and delivered in partnership by Community Energy England, Community Energy Scotland and Community Energy Wales aims to highlight the scale and […]
Featured News
23 Mar 2026
Energy Learning Network support for community groups
The Energy Learning Network (ELN) is offering practical support to help community groups develop their energy projects. This includes free peer mentoring and a technical helpline, alongside wider work to build sector knowledge, partnerships and peer learning across the UK. Peer Mentoring ELN mentoring connects you with an experienced practitioner who provides up to three days […]
WHO WE ARE
Putting people at the heart of the energy transition
Representing hundreds of community energy and associated organisations, we are the only organisation dedicated to representing and supporting the community energy sector across England.
What we do
We’re creating the conditions for community energy to thrive and scale
Our vision is a thriving community energy sector, integrated into and powering a fair, zero-carbon energy system.
We work to achieve three key outcomes.
Influence
The policy and regulatory environment supports significant growth of community energy
Engage
There is increased demand for collaborating and investing in community energy
Enable
Community energy organisations across England have access to the resources, support and skills needed to grow in capacity, scale and impact.
Latest news
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State of the Sector 2026: Data collection is now open
We are pleased to announce that data collection for the Community Energy State of the Sector 2026 research is now open for data submission. The State of the Sector, sponsored by SP Energy Networks, and delivered in partnership by Community Energy England, Community Energy Scotland and Community Energy Wales aims to highlight the scale and […] -
Energy Learning Network support for community groups
The Energy Learning Network (ELN) is offering practical support to help community groups develop their energy projects. This includes free peer mentoring and a technical helpline, alongside wider work to build sector knowledge, partnerships and peer learning across the UK. Peer Mentoring ELN mentoring connects you with an experienced practitioner who provides up to three days […] -
The Local Power Plan: Frequently Asked Questions
The Local Power Plan is the government’s flagship policy for the community energy sector (read CEE’s press release on the Plan here). In this piece, we answer some of your questions on what the Plan contains, when it will be implemented and how community energy organisations can make the most of the opportunities it presents.
“Getting involved in community energy is the most satisfying thing I’ve ever done.”
Cllr Ben Crystall, East Herts District Council & Hertford Energy Now
“Community Energy England have been a great partner for us right from the word ‘go’ – the support with onboarding, but also connecting us with fellow CEE members and getting us actively involved, has been fantastic. They’re also just really nice people, something we like here at Thermly!”
Philip Jackson, Founder and Director, Thermly
“Exhibiting at the Community Energy Conference was a brilliant way to launch our membership with Community Energy England. The event connected Ennovus with inspiring organisations driving local energy projects, and the team’s support has been exceptional.”
James Towell, Ennovus Solutions