We’re the national voice for community energy
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3 Jun 2026
Energy Industry Voluntary Redress Scheme
UPDATE (3 June 2026): Community energy groups registered with Energy Redress can now apply for all of the Funds under the Energy Redress Scheme. The first funding round of phase three of the Energy Redress Scheme is now open to applications and will close 5pm on Tuesday 23 June 2026. After years of Community Energy England […]
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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Committee calls on Government to put communities at the heart of the energy transition
The ESNZ Committee’s report on community energy which was published today, calls on the Government to act urgently to put communities at the heart of the clean energy transition. It recommends: Matthew Vickers, CEO of Community Energy England (CEE), said: “Community energy gives people throughout the country the opportunity to have a stake in Britain’s […] -
Maximise your membership: A guide to the Community Energy England member portal
At the end of last year, we reached a major milestone with the launch of the new Community Energy England (CEE) website and member portal. Since then, we’ve been busy behind the scenes adding new features, designed specifically to help our member organisations gain more visibility, share their successes, and access exclusive opportunities. Whether you […] -
Up the Energy launches Crowdfunder
Up the Energy launches Crowdfunder to scale community energy movement across UK A new national campaign, Up the Energy, has launched a Crowdfunder to help grow the community energy movement and enable more people to take part in building a fairer, cleaner energy system. The campaign is designed to support communities across England to generate […]
“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