Supportive local authority Bath and North East Somerset Council has been a long-term champion of community energy, working closely with Bath and West Community Energy (BWCE) since 2011 through a groundbreaking Cooperation Agreement. This partnership has enabled school rooftop solar projects, community hydro, home energy efficiency schemes, and retrofit advice for listed buildings, while fostering […]
Supportive local authority Leicestershire County Council has been a standout supporter of community energy, working closely with Green Fox Community Energy to grow local capacity, set up new groups, and embed community energy in the county’s Net Zero plans. Through funding, guidance, and practical support, the council has helped launch initiatives like the Leicestershire Solar […]
Supportive local authority North Lincolnshire Council, together with North Lincolnshire Community Energy (NLCE), has created a fantastic community energy project that is helping local schools and community buildings go solar. With funding, officer support, and legal guidance, the council has helped set up NLCE, install solar panels on 21 sites (and aiming for 30+), and […]
Collaboration in community energy Preston Park Community Energy is a ground breaking collaboration between Brighton & Hove Energy Services Co-operative (BHESCo), local installer OneZero, and residents of Preston Park in Brighton. Together, they launched a community-led solar and battery scheme that lets households access clean, affordable energy with no upfront costs. By blending financial innovation, […]
Community energy excellence Large Repowering London has spent the last decade helping Londoners access community-owned renewable energy, now delivering over 1.5 MWp of rooftop solar across nine boroughs, supporting 650+ member investors, and ringfencing £200,000 for local projects. They’ve innovated with urban Energy Local clubs, retrofit services for blocks of flats, and a £1.5 million Repowering Finance […]
Community energy excellence Large Bath and West Community Energy (BWCE) has grown into a high-profile, well-established community energy group, with 14.6 MW of renewable capacity powering 5,000 homes and 38 projects including solar, hydro, and ground-mounted arrays. Over the past year, they have expanded home energy retrofit services, run local supply pilots, and raised £1.5 million through […]
Community energy excellence Large North Lincolnshire Community Energy (NLCE) has rapidly grown over two years, installing 21 community-owned solar sites – including 14 schools – and generating over 2.7 GWh of clean electricity while saving schools £200,000 and cutting 1,000 tonnes of CO₂. By hiring a local Community Engagement Coordinator and partnering with Energy4All, NLCE […]
Community energy excellence Large Energy Local is pioneering local energy markets that connect households with small-scale renewable generators, helping communities save money while boosting local clean energy. Since launching in 2018, their 14 clubs across the UK now support over 550 households, with members consistently reporting 10–30% savings on bills. Their innovative approach combines smart […]
Supportive local authority Three Rivers District Council (TRDC) has been an outstanding champion for community energy, working closely with Grand Union Community Energy (GUCE) over the past three years. They have supported projects from solar canopies to energy-saving initiatives like Transition Streets and Energy Champions, provided funding, shared expertise, and opened doors to new opportunities, […]
Supportive local authority Hackney Council has been a fantastic supporter of community energy through its Hackney Community Energy Fund (HCEF), helping schools, faith, cultural, and community buildings install solar panels, heat pumps, LED lighting, and more. By combining grants with hands-on officer support, technical advice, and workshops, the council has helped 39 organisations deliver 46 […]
Community energy is most commonly associated with generating electricity from renewable energy sources like rooftop solar PV, wind turbines, and hydropower. With the Clean Power 2030 Mission hoping to achieve 8GW of local and community ownership of generation, this is going to remain a big focus for the sector. But the sector is also growing […]
