The Voice of the Community Energy Sector

We are a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to helping community energy organisations create and implement new projects by advocating for a policy landscape that will support community energy and providing opportunities for community energy practitioners to connect, learn, share business models and help each other overcome obstacles. 

Who we are

We advocate on behalf of the sector and use our networks to help the sector grow.

Learn about our activities & impact

Community energy data

We gather comprehensive data on the community energy sector and publish analysis and reports.

Read our 2024 UK sector overview

Membership

Becoming a member helps get your organisation connected across the sector and shows your support for its growth.

Learn about membership and join us

New to community energy?

We've made a guide for those interested in how to get started with community energy

Learn more

Funding opportunities

We collate a wide range of funding sources for the community energy sector

Find funding for your organisation

Community energy national map

We recently relaunched our national map showing sites of community energy activity across England

Learn more and access the map
Finalists announced for Community Energy Awards 2024

Finalists announced for Community Energy Awards 2024

01/11/2024

We are excited to announce the finalists of this year’s Community Energy Awards …

Westmill Solar & REScoop MECISE announce global first: cross-border energy co-operative investment

Westmill Solar & REScoop MECISE announce global first: cross-border energy co-operative investment

17/10/2024

16th October 2024   Signalling a new chapter for community-owned ren …

What does it mean to be a member of Community Energy England, and what opportunities does it offer for your staff and volunteers?

What does it mean to be a member of Community Energy England, and what opportunities does it offer for your staff and volunteers?

16/10/2024

Empowerment through MembershipJoining CEE isn't just about affiliation; it's about …

New research shows community buildings falling behind in energy efficiency race

New research shows community buildings falling behind in energy efficiency race

08/10/2024

New research by social finance lender Social Investment Business (SIB), shows that im …