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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.

Ed Miliband delivering a speech at the launch event for the Local Power Plan.

Local Power Plan: £1 Billion Boost for Community Energy in the UK

This week saw the headlines that everyone in the community energy sector had been holding their breath for since early 2024, when Labour first introduced the idea of a Local Power Plan in their core policy document, Make Britain a Clean Energy Superpower.

Take a closer look at the Local Power Plan
 

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The History of Community Energy - How It All Started

Over the last two decades, we have seen a big rise in the number of community energy projects in the UK, with more and more projects being set up each year.  

You may have been following the community energy space for years or it may be all new to you. Whatever your knowledge of community energy is let’s take a look at where it all started. 

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Just Transition

Our MD, Tom Hoines gives his thoughts on day 4 of COP26

Glasgow Community Energy
Glasgow Community Energy

We sat down with Glasgow Community Energy to learn a little more about what they do, and their plans for the future.

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A voice of optimism for COP26

Tom Hoines,

Managing Director, Younity

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Powering Communities Fund – August 2021 Winners

Younity is delighted to announce the winners of the Powering Communities Fund most recent round of distributions.

Why we Need to Make Community Energy More Inclusive
Why We Need to Make Community Energy More Inclusive

If community energy is to be truly inclusive, which it has so much potential to be, then we need a diverse range of voices in the room to make the decisions. To do this, we must make it an accessible space that people can see a future in.

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.