We’re the national voice for community energy
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Launching our Up the Energy campaign
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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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27 November 2025
What does the budget mean for community energy?
The Budget saw the Government make important progress on making energy bills fairer whilst supporting further fuel poverty work and electrification on our way to Clean Power 2030. -
25 November 2025
Giovanna’s reflections on becoming 2025 community energy champion
Giovanna wrote the following piece after being named Community Energy England’s Community Energy Champion – a recognition that left her delighted, a bit stunned, and deeply reflective about the collective nature of community energy. I’m absolutely chuffed to have been awarded Community Energy England’s Community Energy Champion award. It still feels slightly surreal. I’ve never […] -
19 November 2025
Highlights from the community energy awards 2025
The community energy awards 2025, hosted in Sheffield on 17 November, brought together over 150 attendees to honour trailblazers in community energy. Sponsored by Lendology and National Grid Electricity Distribution, the event celebrated diverse achievements, from tackling fuel poverty to advancing innovative technologies. Here’s a summary of this year’s winners and their inspiring contributions to […]
“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 is at the heart of achieving net zero and empowering residents to take meaningful climate action.”
Ellie Nathan, Sustainability Officer, Three Rivers District Council
“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