Community Energy in Action With Real Stories and Real Impact
We’ll share real stories and insights from people in our sector, keeping you informed on what’s happening and the impact it’s making.

Power to the People: The History of Community Energy
Community energy is more important than ever. It’s a grassroots movement powered by people like you, bringing clean, local energy to communities across the UK. Want to know how it all started & why it matters?

The exceptional energy security crisis and rising costs of living can make us all feel overwhelmed and hopeless every time we see another energy bill or read the latest news. The current global impacts of wars, energy security and economic uncertainty all serve to increase anxieties about how households will manage.
Blog by Caitlin Butchart - Regulatory & Compliance Lead, Octopus Energy

Twenty years ago, if you’d have asked most people their opinion about careers in the renewable energy sector, they might have questioned what it was you were talking about.
But now, as we move towards cleaner, greener energy in the UK, the opportunities for careers in the renewable energy sector are becoming more and more available

Wind power does currently play a big part in community energy, with only solar power producing more energy. The more community energy grows, the more renewable, clean, green power can be generated for the community by wind.
Whether you're a passionate wind power fan (pun intended) or looking to find out more about how this renewable source can help drive the transitioning of sustainable energy - we're covering it all right here.

£1.5m Kickstart launched by Octopus Energy and Midcounties Co-operative JV to bridge vital project startup costs for community energy projects
1st advance given to Bristol Energy Cooperative for 1 MW rooftop solar project
Helps unleash important contribution of Britain’s community energy projects.

We're pleased to have launched Younity's second newsletter, full of exciting updates from the Younity HQ.
We hope everyone has a great festive period and a Happy New Year, we can't wait for what 2023 has in store.

Thankfully, there are many actions you can take to ensure your home is more energy efficient and reduce your energy bills. In this time of record high energy prices, it’s important we do all we can so, here’s a few ideas to make your home more energy efficient.
Are you a community energy generator?
Whether it’s selling your energy, finding volunteers, or securing funding, we’ve got you covered! Discover how we can support you and your next project.
Our Powering Communities Fund
Need a bit of extra financial support? Our grant funding can hep amplify your social impact.