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 […] -
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: -
ECW Community Energy Masterclass 4: Community Energy Governance
- 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 […] -
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 […] -
ECW Community Energy Masterclass 5: Commercial & Finance
- 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 […] -
Enterprise Cheshire and Warrington Community Energy: Network Event
- Location
- The Base, Warrington (WA2 7NG)
- Time
- 13:00 - 15:00
Want to grow your community energy project as you build new connections and grow existing networks? Welcome to the Cheshire & Warrington Community Energy Network Event, an exciting in person session designed to foster regional networking, showcase community-led projects and provide a platform for driving the community energy scene across Cheshire and Warrington. The event […] -
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 […] -
Can Local Supply Unlock More Community Renewables?
- Location
- Online (Microsoft Teams)
- Time
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
GECCO is exploring a new way for community energy organisations to connect to the electricity network. This event brings together community energy organisations interested in the topic to share knowledge and insights gained so far, and to help shape the project’s next steps. Many renewable energy generation projects, including community-led ones, face barriers to connecting […] -
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 […] -
National Grid Electricity Distribution's Community Energy Forums - East Midlands and West Midlands
- Location
- Millennium Point, Curzon St, Birmingham, B4 7AP
- Time
- 10:00 - 15:00
Join us for National Grid Electricity Distribution’s (NGED) 2026 East Midlands and West Midlands Community Energy Forum and hear the latest expert insights from NGED, Regen and other sector experts on the key issues for community energy. Throughout the day, we’ll hear updates from NGED on their work to support community energy in the region, […] -
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 -
Infrastructure Consultation Event
- Location
- London
- Time
- 09:00 - 17:00
CEE’s Matt Vickers will be speaking at Consultation and Stakeholder Engagement for Infrastructure 2026 on 20 October in London. The event will explore how planning reforms and new approaches to engagement are shaping consultation for future infrastructure projects, with practical insights into community engagement, community benefits and pre-application consultation across sectors including solar, onshore wind, […] -
National Grid Electricity Distribution’s Community Energy Forum - South West of England
- Location
- Exeter Pheonix, Gandy St, Bradninch, Place, Exeter, EX4 3LS
- Time
- 10:00 - 15:00
Join us for National Grid Electricity Distribution’s (NGED) 2026 South West of England Community Energy Forum and hear the latest expert insights from NGED, Regen and other sector experts on the key issues for community energy. Throughout the day, we’ll hear updates from NGED on their work to support community energy in the region, hear […] -
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 […] -
National Grid Electricity Distribution’s Community Energy Forum - South Wales
- Location
- Swansea Building Society Arena, Oystermouth Rd, Bae Copr Bay, Swansea, SA1 3BX
- Time
- 10:00 - 15:00
Join us for National Grid Electricity Distribution’s (NGED) 2026 South Wales Community Energy Forum and hear the latest expert insights from NGED, Regen and other sector experts on the key issues for community energy. Throughout the day, we’ll hear updates from NGED on their work to support community energy in the region, hear about the […] -
Community Energy England Winter Conference 2026
- Location
- The Spine Building, 2 Paddington Village, Liverpool
- Time
- 09:30 - 6pm
Join Community Energy England and SP Energy Networks for our winter community energy conference. Place, People & Partnerships: Building the partnerships to power our places This year’s Winter Conference brings community energy organisations, local authorities, combined authorities and partners together to explore how stronger connections can turn local energy ambition into action. From engaging more […]
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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
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We collect recordings of events we’ve spoken at in this playlist on our YouTube channel.
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