Community energy champion On 17 November in Sheffield, Giovanna Speciale of South East London Community Energy (Selce) was presented with the Community energy champion award by Emma Bridge and 2024 champion Kate Meakin. During the ceremony, Emma Bridge shared warm and heartfelt words about Giovanna’s impact and leadership. Emma explained how impressed she has been […]
Collaboration in Community Energy The Big Solar Co-op’s Whiteborough Solar Park is a landmark example of collaboration driving the future of community energy. By bringing together Big Solar Co-op, Younity, We Have The Power, and Ethex, the partnership raised £1.8 million to turn a former coal mining site into a 3.5MW community-owned solar park – […]
Sector Support Since its launch in January 2025, the Northern PowerGrid Community Energy Team has quickly become a valuable resource for the sector, supporting over 40 projects with hands-on guidance, practical training, and knowledge sharing. They help community groups build technical, financial, and organisational skills, while fostering collaboration across local authorities, funders, and technical experts. […]
Sector Support Bright Renewables supports community energy groups across the UK to operate effectively, responsibly, and for long-term community benefit. From managing finances and compliance to troubleshooting technical issues, Bright Renewables provides hands-on support while amplifying the impact of community projects. They also contribute to sector learning through webinars, workshops, and mentoring future professionals, ensuring […]
Sector Support OVO Energy has supported the community energy sector through the “People Powered” Community Energy Toolkit, created in partnership with Thrive Renewables and Community Energy England. The guide helps community groups understand how to finance projects and sell renewable energy, providing practical advice, building skills, and boosting confidence across the sector. Judges highlighted it […]
Sector Support Ethex has been a cornerstone of the UK community energy sector for over a decade, helping groups raise more than £85 million across 95 projects while sharing practical expertise through workshops, toolkits, and guidance on fundraising, marketing, and investor engagement. They support professional development, foster collaborations across the UK, and provide thought leadership to […]
Fuel Poverty Action – Highly commended ECOE Advice tackles fuel poverty across Devon by providing tailored energy and money-saving advice, home visits, debt support, and practical energy efficiency measures. In 2024-25, they reached nearly 50,000 households, carried out 2,429 home visits, and helped residents save over £2.9 million through energy, benefits, and debt support. Their […]
Fuel Poverty Action Yorkshire Energy Doctor (YED CIC) helps households in North and East Yorkshire stay warm, reduce bills, and tackle fuel poverty through tailored advice, home visits, community outreach, and innovative partnerships with health services. Over the past year, their work with Primary Care Networks reached hard-to-reach patients with chronic health conditions, helping 239 […]
Fuel Poverty Action Crew Energy has continued to make a real difference in south-west London by helping nearly 4,000 households stay warm, reduce energy bills, and tackle fuel poverty. Through home visits, drop-in sessions, Warm Home Packs, and targeted advice, they saved residents over £536,000 and 449 tonnes of CO₂ this year. Their work reaches […]
Fuel Poverty Action Over the past year, Plymouth Energy Community has continued to transform lives by helping vulnerable households stay warm, reduce energy bills, and access vital support. Their Energy Advice Team supported 1,764 households, distributing over £438,000 in grants and connecting people to health and housing services through a network of 100+ local partners. […]
Fuel Poverty Action Over 2024–25, Selce helped nearly 5,000 households across South East London, giving energy advice, support for fuel bills, and home improvements like solar panels and LED lighting. They retrofitted 93 homes and guided thousands more, helping people save money, stay warmer, and cut carbon. Judges called their work “incredible,” highlighting the innovative […]
Collaboration in Community Energy Community Energy Pathways (CEP) has created a scalable model for delivering community energy advice through a network of local groups. By collaborating with 23 community energy organisations across the South East and East of England, and with specialist charities for underserved communities, CEP has delivered nearly 20,000 advice sessions and 1,200 […]
