Events
Workshops, conferences and more, hosted by CEE, our members and friends
Forthcoming events that Community Energy England, the Energy Learning Network, and our members are organising are listed below. We also include selected events from organisations supportive of Community Energy England and the community energy sector as a whole.
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CEE 2026 AGM
- Location
- Online
- Time
- 13:00 - 14:30
Our 2026 Annual General Meeting will take place online on Tuesday 22 September at 1pm. Both members and non-members are invited to attend to hear about CEE’s activities and impact over the year, and learn about our priorities and plans for the rest of 2026 and into 2027. CEE members will also be invited to vote for directors and […] -
Community Energy Information Session - Kirklees
- Location
- Huddersfield Mission, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
- Time
- 6pm - 8pm
There is a big focus across the country on community energy right now, encouraging community buildings to consider renewable technologies and become more energy efficient. But what does that mean for your buildings & communities, what is the benefit and how can you get involved. The average cost of a fuel bill for a community […] -
ECW Community Energy Masterclass 1: Community Energy in 2026
- Location
- Online
- Time
- 13:00 - 15:00
Seeking specialised support and advice to kickstart your energy project in Cheshire or Warrington? Welcome to the Cheshire & Warrington Community Energy Masterclass Programme, an exciting series of 5 workshops designed to upskill community energy groups, stakeholders and those starting their energy journey in key areas, such as energy project development and management, community governance, […] -
ECW Community Energy Masterclass 2: Introduction to the Feasibility Process
- Location
- Online
- Time
- 13:00 - 15:00
Seeking specialised support and advice to kickstart your energy project in Cheshire or Warrington? Welcome to the Cheshire & Warrington Community Energy Masterclass Programme, an exciting series of 5 workshops designed to upskill community energy groups and those starting their energy journey in key areas, such as energy project development and management, community governance, energy […] -
Ethex & Triodos Bank UK: Investing for Good, Together
- Location
- Online
- Time
- 12:30
This webinar will welcome Triodos Bank UK crowdfunding investors to the Ethex platform, following the announcement of the partnership; explain the reasons behind it; and walk investors through details of what the transition will mean for them. It is an opportunity for investors to hear directly from leaders of both organisations, understand the shared vision […] -
'Learnings from Matchmaker: A shared ownership innovation project'
- Location
- Online
- Time
- 10:00 - 11:00
This webinar will present learnings from ‘Matchmaker’, an innovation project exploring what a service connecting developers and communities could look like. With a government consultation on mandating shared ownership expected this summer, and GB Energy making it a key part of its Local Power Plan, this is a real opportunity for sector-wide impact. Delivered by […] -
ECW Community Energy Masterclass 3: Project Development & Challenges
- Location
- Online
- Time
- 13:00 - 15:00
Seeking specialised support and advice to kickstart your energy project in Cheshire or Warrington? Welcome to the Cheshire & Warrington Community Energy Masterclass Programme, an exciting series of free workshops designed to upskill community energy groups and those starting their energy journey in key areas, such as energy project development and management, community governance, energy […] -
Developing a community solar project in Richmond
- Location
- Online
- Time
- 21:00 - 13:00
Richmond Council in collaboration with Community Energy London (CEL) is organising a series of four informational events exploring the potential for community energy in the borough. Free Webinar: Developing a community solar project ONLINEDate: Thursday 27 August Time: 12 – 1pm This session will cover the following: -
SSEN South Control Room Tour
- Location
- Walton Park, Portsmouth
- Time
- 9:30 - 11:30
SSEN are opening the doors to their control room in Portsmouth and showcasing how they manage their Southern network. This visit will give you a unique, behind-the-scenes view of how their network is operated in real time. During the session, two of their experienced control room operators will provide an overview of how they manage network constraints […] -
Invest in community solar with the Big Solar Co-op
- Location
- Online
- Time
- 12:00
From factories to schools, leisure centres to steelworks, golf clubs to community centres, we already collectively own 22 solar rooftops and have over 40 sites signed up and ready to install over the next 2 years. By buying shares you can help us to get them built – and have a significant impact on rooftop solar in […] -
Big Solar Gathering 2026
- Location
- Bull StreetBirmingham, England
- Time
- 9:30 - 17:00
Join activists and community solar experts for a day of inspiration, practical learning and action. The Big Solar Gathering is a day focussed on sharing learning, project updates, networking and getting to know our Investor and Volunteer Members better. Here is what we got up to last year:https://bigsolar.coop/big-solar-gathering-2025 As part of your registration, we invite […] -
Community Energy Surgery Sessions
- Location
- Online Sessions
- Time
- Times organised on request
Enhance your community energy project with free one-to-one mentoring sessions provided by community energy experts Scene, on behalf of Enterprise Cheshire & Warrington (working on behalf of Cheshire East Council, Cheshire West & Chester Council, and Warrington Council), in coordination with the North West Net Zero Hub. Sessions will provide free one-to-one support for individuals […] -
CEE New Member Introduction Meeting
- Location
- Online
- Time
- 10:00
This session aims to extend a warm welcome to new members of the CEE network. We will provide an opportunity for new members to gain a better understanding of how to engage with the CEE network and make the most of their membership. To book your place, please email Lisa West -
National Energy Action - Fuel Poverty Forums
- Time
- Running from September - October
The autumn round of fuel poverty forums will be taking place during September and October 2026. The forums are aimed at frontline service providers across England and Wales to examine practical and policy initiatives related to fuel poverty, and the delivery of energy efficiency solutions at a local, regional, and national level. They will provide an opportunity […]
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Want to sponsor an event?
- If you are interested in sponsoring one of CEE’s 2026 events, you can download our sponsorship pack or get in touch with Kim Woodcock.
Sharing our voice
We regularly speak at and chair events organised by others. Find upcoming events where you can see us in action.
We collect recordings of events we’ve spoken at in this playlist on our YouTube channel.
Community Energy Fortnight
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