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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.

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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?

Dive into the story of community energy today
 

Westmill Solar
Flash Gordon, and a decade of different thinking

The Westmill solar park started to generate electricity in July 2011. Westmill’s members came together to make a practical contribution to decarbonisation – and pioneered what was, at the time, the world’s largest community-owned solar park.

Pioneering new ways of purchasing energy
Pioneering new ways of purchasing energy

In 1844, faced with expensive and often adulterated foodstuffs, the Rochdale Pioneers came together to open a single shop selling good quality food. Within three months this group had become known for selling high quality foodstuffs, and a co-operative movement began to rapidly grow. Those pioneers designed a series of principles which still govern the cooperative movement today.

Younity
A new renewable community energy joint venture

The  Co-op and Octopus Energy have today announced the launch of a new community energy firm.

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.