News & insights
Latest announcements, updates and insights of interest to the community energy sector
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 […]
CEE leads coalition calling on Government to “Up the Energy”
On 4 March 2026, Community Energy England and a broad coalition of civil society organisations, businesses and public figures delivered an open letter to the Government calling for urgent action to unlock the full potential of community energy. The open letter is signed by over 250 organisations working across climate, poverty reduction, community development and […]
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 […]Add your news story
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Triodos Bank prioritises financing of energy storage, local grids and reduction solutions
Triodos Bank launched a renewed energy vision today, including its approach to financing the energy transition. The bank prioritises financing of energy storage, local electricity grids, energy efficiency and circular supply chains, while maintaining exclusions for the fossil fuel industry, nuclear power and non-green hydrogen. Triodos Bank highlights the importance of financing models that support community […]
Why this spring is a breakthrough moment for UK community energy
Insights from Ethex Community energy in the UK has doubled in capacity over the last five years. This spring, theconditions for the next leap forward are the strongest they’ve ever been. The UK’s energysystem is under pressure. After years of price shocks, geopolitical instability and risinghousehold bills, the case for homegrown, community-led renewable energy has […]
State of the Sector 2026: Deadline is approaching - submit your data now
UPDATE: Submissions close at 11.59pm on Tuesday 26 May. Please submit your data ASAP. We are pleased to announce that data collection for the Community Energy State of the Sector 2026 research is now open for data submission. The State of the Sector, sponsored by SP Energy Networks, and delivered in partnership by Community Energy […]
Energy Learning Network support for community groups
The Energy Learning Network (ELN) is offering practical support to help community groups develop their energy projects. This includes free peer mentoring and a technical helpline, alongside wider work to build sector knowledge, partnerships and peer learning across the UK. Peer Mentoring ELN mentoring connects you with an experienced practitioner who provides up to three days […]
The Local Power Plan: Frequently Asked Questions
The Local Power Plan is the government’s flagship policy for the community energy sector (read CEE’s press release on the Plan here). In this piece, we answer some of your questions on what the Plan contains, when it will be implemented and how community energy organisations can make the most of the opportunities it presents.
CEE welcomes Dr Matthew Vickers as new CEO
We are pleased to confirm that Dr Matthew Vickers has been appointed as the next Chief Executive Officer of Community Energy England. He will take up the role from this month, working alongside Emma Bridge to ensure a smooth and effective transition. Matthew joins CEE at a pivotal moment for the UK energy system and […]
Totnes Renewable Energy Society Awarded Funding from Great British Energy as part of Historic Community Energy Drive
Totnes, Devon – 10/02/26 The Totnes Renewable Energy Society (TRESOC) has been awarded funding from Great British Energy (GBE) to deliver a landmark solar installation at Dart Marine Park. It comes as the UK Government and GBE’s joint Local Power Plan supports the biggest expansion of support for community-owned energy in British history to cut […]
Government backs local and community energy with historic investment
The Local Power Plan will deliver “the biggest public investment in community energy in this country’s history” with £1 billion invested over this parliament.
Community Energy England welcomes the Warm Homes Plan
On 21 January the government launched the Warm Homes Plan, visiting one of our members, Hackney Light and Power (seen in the background of Ed Miliband’s video). We are pleased to see community energy featured so visibly in this conversation. Our Chief Executive, Emma Bridge, said, “Community Energy England welcomes the plan which invests £15billion to […]
