There is a wealth of co-operatives out there who employ, connect, and train incredible people in the Community Energy sector, from making homes more energy efficient through retrofit, educating people on carbon literacy, and so much technical expertise and knowledge. Year on year, the number of jobs in community energy is growing, alongside an incredible […]
Join Great British Energy Local for the first in a new webinar series to share progress since the Local Power Plan, discuss our emerging strategy and products, and source your views on how to ensure this works to scale the local and community energy sectors to 1000 projects by 2030. This webinar will be an […]
Join Younity for the launch of Community Power Club, a new product that will allow community generators to earn more by supplying their members and communities through a Licence Exempt Supply arrangement. Hear from the Younity team about how your community group can set up a Community Power Club and how homes and businesses in […]
A successful share or bond offer for a community energy group is a real achievement, but the work doesn’t stop when funds are transferred. Managing an ongoing register of hundreds, or even thousands, of investors brings significant responsibility: data security, GDPR compliance, interest and capital payments, investor communications, register updates, probate cases and more. This […]
n this session, we will be joined by Andy Tanner from Laser Energy to discuss how to make confident solar decisions for schools for existing solar PV systems, as well as Tom Lelyveld from AECOM to provide an update and key learnings from the GB Energy Schools’ Solar project which has recently installed solar pv […]
Raising finance for a community energy project can seem daunting, but hundreds of organisations across the UK have done it successfully, many of them via the Ethex platform. This practical online session from Ethex’s investment team is designed for community energy groups at the planning stage: those who are thinking about launching a share or […]
What is a residential heat network and how would it work for Norwich’s terraced streets? Imagine: renewable heat networks drawing heat from the air or the ground, providing heating to whole streets so we can all stop relying on expensive, climate-wrecking gas. This could be the reality – but no one has yet come up […]
These upcoming in-person and online sessions are your opportunity to: South west of England workshopWhen: Wednesday 1 July 2026, 10am-3pmRegistration links: In person (Sandy Park, Exeter) & Online Midlands workshopWhen: Thursday 2 July 2026, 10am-3pmRegistration links: Format: In person (Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry) & Online
To kick off Community Energy fortnight (1 July to 14 July) Co-operatives UK are hosting a lunchtime webinar to delve into community energy co-operatives and the amazing work they do. Community energy is all about bringing people together, installing local renewable energy assets like solar panels, and then bringing the benefits back into the community. […]
Regen is delighted to announce Matchmaker: a new innovation project in partnership with National Grid Electricity Distribution and TPXimpact. The project, which is funded through the Strategic Innovation Fund, an Ofgem programme managed in partnership with Innovate UK, is exploring whether a dedicated service could help connect renewable energy developers and communities for shared ownership […]
The Clean Power Summit 2026 is the UK’s premier event for stakeholders driving the clean energy transition. As renewable capacity is forecast to nearly triple by 2035, this Summit offers a unique platform to shape the future of lowcarbon power, strengthen energy sovereignty, and unlock economic growth. Bringing together policymakers, developers, investors, network operators, and industry enablers, the Summit […]
Draft Agenda: 6pm – 7pm AGM: Vote by member representatives on: 7-8pm If you have any questions or suggestions for future meetings or accessibility requirements please email [email protected]
The Big Solar Co-op have been working on our Whiteborough solar park project for over 3 years now. We want to show that ground-mounted solar makes a lot of sense, if it is done right. At Whiteborough we are bringing together several key elements to make a unique solar park that showcases this approach. Join […]
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 […]
Join Community Energy England and National Grid Electricity Distribution for our summer community energy conference – a welcoming, practical and inspiring day for people working to decarbonise energy and achieve net zero across England. Thanks to our Principal Partner, NGED, and our supporting partners 100 Green Communities, Younity and Ethex for making this event possible. […]
Ackers Adventure Golden Hillock Road Birmingham B11 2PY
Time
4pm - 8pm
If you are travelling to Birmingham for CEE’s summer conference you might want to consider joining Community Energy Birmingham for a site visit and informal meet up on the 17 June (the day before the conference). Details below: At 4pm on 17 June, CEB are hosting a short site visit to one of their solar […]
Co-op Congress takes place on Friday 12 and Saturday 13 June (2026) is proudly sponsored by The Co-operative Bank. Congress is where inspiration meets real-world change. We’ll collectively explore how co-operatives are responding to today’s challenges and building practical alternatives for a fairer future. At Congress, join leaders, grassroots innovators and everything in between to shape […]
Overview Join us to learn how strong governance, clear board roles, and solid legal foundations can help your community energy group thrive. We will be hearing from Saskya Huggins, community energy practitioner and founder of Make It Count. After a decade at Low Carbon Hub, she now works independently to help communities overcome common barriers […]
The British Renewable Energy Awards are back for their 21st year, and 2026 is a significant moment as the Renewable Energy Association (REA) marks its 25th anniversary. After a quarter of a century supporting renewable energy across the UK, this is an important year for the sector and the perfect opportunity to recognise the people […]
It is clear that to deliver the scale of community renewable energy offered by the Local Power Plan, collaboration will be key hence the ‘partnership’ theme of our conference this year. We will be sharing learnings from regional community energy projects across three key themes – local authority collaboration, shared ownership and innovation. The day […]
Are you a community energy group wanting to work with your local Council to get solar PV on your public buildings? Funded by the Greater South East Net Zero Hub, Community Energy Pathways has been working with Dr Rachel Coxcoon from Climate Guide on a project to improve collaboration between community energy groups and local authorities […]
SP Energy Networks invites you to the first Community Energy Clinic in collaboration with Regen – a new series designed to support, connect and upskill community energy organisations across SP Energy Networks’ license areas.This first session will focus on GB Energy and the Local Power Plan, with Fraser Stewart (Head of Local Energy Strategy at GB Energy) joining the panel […]
Electric vehicles are becoming an increasingly important part of the green transition. This webinar hosted by CSE will introduce the basics of EVs and charging, and explore how charities and social enterprises might incorporate them into their operations.
Celebrating 25 years as the UK’s leading clean and low-carbon energy event, at the SEC in Glasgow – NB it takes place over both 13 and 14 May and is FREE to attend if you register before 6 May. CEE alongside Community Energy Scotland and Community Energy Wales have a stand and are convening workshops […]
This webinar from our HR experts will bring you up to date with the current employment law landscape, including the impact of the Employment Rights Act 2025 (and any actions our members should take). We will take a look at some of the most important employment tribunal decisions in recent times – and look ahead […]
Renewable energy This webinar, hosted by CSE, will introduce renewable energy generation and how it can support organisations to reduce their reliance on grid energy. We’ll explore the role that on-site renewable technologies can play as part of a broader approach to energy efficiency and sustainability.
Excel London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL, UK
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All day - also on 29 April
The UK’s Largest Solar & Energy Storage Exhibition Comes To London Join over 10,000 installers, commercial and industrial energy users, property owners, developers, landowners, and utilities to explore the latest innovations in solar and energy storage. Get your free pass to :
Overview Join CSE for the launch of the Widening Participation in Community Energy toolkit, created through the Energy Learning Network project. This webinar will feature: Who is this webinar for? Anyone who is involved in the community energy sector is very welcome to join the webinar. About this projectThe Energy Learning Network (ELN) is a UK-wide project […]
ExCel London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL, UK
Time
All day - also on 30 April
The UK’s Largest Solar & Energy Storage Exhibition Comes To London Join over 10,000 installers, commercial and industrial energy users, property owners, developers, landowners, and utilities to explore the latest innovations in solar and energy storage. Get your free pass to :
As the community energy (CE) sector expands, there is a greater need for CE organisations to demonstrate their impact and the social value that they generate to win contracts, and financial support, from diverse stakeholders, including GB Energy and ultimately Treasury. Despite this, there is still a disconnect between the socially valuable outcomes that the […]
The CEE Team is hosting a lunchtime data drop-in help sessions to work with community energy organisations to help ensure you are able to breeze through this year’s State of the Sector data submission. Your data is vital in helping us quantify and advocate for the community energy sector’s impact and challenges, and helps showcase […]
Heating is often one of the biggest sources of energy use in buildings. This webinar, hosted by CSE, introduces low carbon heating options such as heat pumps and other systems, explaining how they work and when they might be suitable. We’ll highlight key considerations when thinking about heating systems and how they can sit alongside […]
Osborne Clarke, One London Wall, Barbican, London, EC2Y 5EB
Time
15:00 - 17:00
Over half of GB’s current onshore wind fleet is expected to face end-of-life decisions by 2035, meaning developers will be facing difficult decisions whether to decommission, life extend or repower. By repowering, an additional 690 MW of onshore wind capacity could be added by 2035, increasing to 6 GW by 2050. However, the ability to […]
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
Join the BIG conversation on the future of your local electricity network, hosted by National Grid Electricity Distribution NGED will be bringing together organisations and voices from across the region to take part in a series of Regional Round Tables that will genuinely shape the future of our energy network. These sessions are designed to […]
This morning we were out in Shotton knocking on doors and chatting to residents about our upcoming solar conversation to see whether this topic matters locally. We heard a real mix of views: some people have noticed the growing number of solar farms along the A19, some are curious to learn more, and others shared […]
Grimsby Energy Collective – Inspiring Cooperative Growth is a regional gathering that brings together community organisations, industry leaders, educators, civic representatives and infrastructure partners to explore practical opportunities for collaboration and shared progress. Hosted by Grimsby Community Energy at Parkway Cinema, Cleethorpes, the event provides a platform for organisations working across community energy, skills, infrastructure […]
Looking to gain some information and contacts to support your organisation and communities with reducing energy bills? Or looking to connect with fellow energy enthusiasts in Hull? Come along to this in-person gathering where you can chat, learn, and share ideas about community energy projects. It’s the perfect chance to get inspired, meet local experts, […]
How storage is strengthening clean energy As more solar and wind projects come online across the UK, one challenge remains: renewable energy is intermittent. The sun doesn’t always shine, and the wind doesn’t always blow. Battery storage is becoming a vital part of the clean energy transition. It allows surplus renewable electricity to be stored […]
This interactive session is part of Seeing is Believing, a programme funded and delivered by the North East and Yorkshire Net Zero Hub, in partnership with CEE, Ashden and CSE. Overview of event: We’re really pleased to see the Local Power Plan commit to funding joint projects between community energy organisations and local authorities. It’s […]
Join the North East and Yorkshire Net Zero Hub for an inspiring, interactive and practical event focused on securing support for your journey to clean energy. This event will bring together local authorities, community organisations, government and other key stakeholders to explore innovative strategies, share success stories, and build partnerships that engage and empower both local […]
Final Seeing is Believing networking event bringing together Local Authorities and Community Organisations focused on the Local Power Plan Community Energy ‘Seeing is Believing North East and Yorkshire’ is a programme funded by the North East and Yorkshire Net Zero Hub and delivered by Community Energy England, Ashden and Centre for Sustainable Energy. It is designed to share inspiring stories from people […]
Following consultation with its members, London Councils’ Community Energy Working Group (CEWG) commissioned guidance to support council officers who were working to develop community energy programmes. The Community Energy Toolkit: Establishing and Supporting Community Energy was prepared by REGEN and Repowering London, is published online as an interactive document, and considers issues such as: The Toolkit can be accessed here. CEL is […]
Interpreting the GB Energy Local Power Plan and the opportunities for community energy The recent publication of the GB Energy Local Power Plan opens up huge potential for the community energy sector. In this session, hosted by Wessex Community Energy Network, speakers from GB Energy and Community Energy England will explain the main features of the plan […]
This session is part of Seeing is Believing, a programme funded and delivered by the North East and Yorkshire Net Zero Hub, in partnership with Community Energy England, Ashden and Centre for Sustainable Energy. Overview:Many local authorities have ambitious sustainability goals, but community energy projects often stall once they move beyond local authority sustainability teams. Finance, legal, […]
Community Energy Pathways invites you to join our webinar on the Warm Homes Plan. The government’s newly launched Warm Homes Plan commits £15bn to retrofitting UK homes and promises to lift 1 million households out of fuel poverty. This is an ambitious plan that will require the community energy sector to play an active role as a trusted […]
The long‑awaited UK Government Local Power Plan has now been published, committing £1 billion over this Parliament to local and community energy. Its ambition is to give every community the opportunity, capability, and support to take control of its energy future and share directly in the benefits. But what does this mean in practice for community […]
From factories to schools, leisure centres to steelworks, golf clubs to community centres, we already collectively own 18 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 […]
The Big Solar Co-op wants to show that ground-mounted solar makes a lot of sense, if it is done right. At Whiteborough we are bringing together several key elements to make a unique solar park that showcases this approach. The 458 bondholders who contributed to the amazing raise of £1.8M last year for the Whiteborough […]
Bringing Local Authorities and community energy enterprises together to explore the potential of community energy Community Energy ‘Seeing is Believing North East and Yorkshire’ is a programme funded by the North East and Yorkshire Net Zero Hub and delivered by Community Energy England, Ashden and Centre for Sustainable Energy. It is designed to share inspiring stories from people already doing great things […]
Northern Powergrid’s next Stronger Together Event will be held in Newcastle on Tuesday 3rd March. This event will bring partners together to explore the growing role of community energy and what recent and upcoming policy changes could mean for you and the communities we collectively support. Does this sound like something you’d be interested in attending? If so please […]
Sustainable Ventures, Renold Building, M1 3NJ · Manchester
Time
18:00-20:00
Join the first Fuelling Greater Manchester event of 2026, a networking event for Community Energy organisations and stakeholders. Scheduled in March, it will coincide with the GM Mayor’s Green Summit.In a break from past events, this session will feature some knowledge sharing presentations as well as free time to catch up and network.Carbon Co-op will present […]
Join Low Carbon Hub for their second webinar in the Community Energy Insights series on Maximising Community Benefit from Renewables. Thursday 26 February, 12-1pm Secure your spot here. As renewable energy infrastructure scales up across the UK, communities are increasingly being asked to host it. In this webinar, we’ll explore how community benefit from renewables […]
This session is part of Seeing is Believing, a programme funded and delivered by the North East and Yorkshire Net Zero Hub, in partnership with Community Energy England, Ashden and Centre for Sustainable Energy. This specific webinar is a collaboration between Seeing is Believing, Community Energy Pathways and Energy Systems Catapult. The webinar will explore […]
Community Energy ‘Seeing is Believing North East and Yorkshire’ is a programme funded by the North East and Yorkshire Net Zero Hub and delivered by Community Energy England, Ashden and Centre for Sustainable Energy. It is designed to share inspiring stories from people already doing great things in community energy through site visits, networking events and matchmaking, in order to support new […]
Join Join North East & Yorkshire Net-Zero Hub this February for a free, guided Seeing is Believing tour showcasing innovative, publicly led low-carbon energy projects across Teesside. You’ll explore how local authorities are delivering practical, scalable renewable and heat solutions – and hear directly from those making them happen. With 2025 representing a record year […]
Following the success of our Autumn programme of community energy upskilling events the Hub is delighted to announce a new series of dates for early 2026. If you work with or are you part of a community energy group or third sector organisation in the North East or Yorkshire and have the ambition to drive […]
Calling all community energy groups! Plugyy Energy Solutions is offering free 1:1 solar and battery advice sessions. Book a 30-minute, no-obligation session with our experts to discuss ANY project issue, for example: Design & optimisation Grid & metering Planning & safety Fire safety, insurance requirements Feasibility & origin We’ll help you unlock your project’s potential! […]
Join North East & Yorkshire Net-Zero Hub this February, join a free guided tour of innovative community-led local energy projects in Sheffield, which includes a low-carbon co-housing project and a commercial food business. You’ll also have the opportunity to hear from a range of community energy experts on how they’re delivering low-carbon energy and retrofit […]
Regen invite you to join them at this webinar – Building Blocks: Developing community capacity for a just transition. Communities are increasingly expected to play a central role in delivering the energy transition, from community-owned renewables and local retrofit, to fuel poverty support and local energy advice. Yet many, particularly those facing income inequality and […]
This Valentine’s season, let’s fall (back) in love with community wind! The Clean Power Mission is one of this government’s flagship policies to make progress on Net Zero and climate action, but it’s becoming clear that a crucial part of the puzzle is missing: onshore wind in England. The first community energy projects were wind, […]
Bristol Energy Co-op is inviting emerging community energy groups to join us for a discussion of our learnings over 15 years in the sector. Establishing a community energy group can be hugely challenging. With 15 years experience in the sector, BEC are inviting emerging community energy groups to join us for a chat about the […]
Hosted by Regen’s Merlin Hyman, the session will explore GBE’s priorities, the role of the Local Power Plan and how the establishment of a public energy developer and strategic investor will impact the clean energy sector. This is a valuable opportunity to engage directly with Dan, explore collaboration opportunities and hear how GBE plans to […]
A treat for music lovers as well as those who’d like informal advice on energy saving at home. All proceeds go towards supporting the York Energy Advice service for vulnerable York residents. Music is provided by classical pianist David Hammond performing works by Grieg, Dvořák, Satie and more, and duo Esk (featuring our own founding […]
NESO’s Winter and Spring 2026 online Forums will be taking place in February. In this RESP Forum – they’ll be talking about findings from the tRESP consultation, which ended in November 2025, and the final tRESP which is due for publication at the end of January 2026. They’ll also be providing updates on other RESP […]
Local authorities are increasingly exploring ways to reduce emissions and improve energy efficiency in public buildings. Electrification of heating and energy systems, delivered in partnership with community energy initiatives, is proving to be a practical and effective approach. This webinar will showcase examples of public buildings being electrified and decarbonised through community energy projects Attendees […]
On 4 December 2025, SPEN received Ofgem’s Final Determination on our RIIO-T3 Business Plan. Through RIIO-T3, they will invest up to £12 billion to transform their transmission network in Central and Southern Scotland, from 2026 to 2031. Creating jobs, economic growth, energy security and a more sustainable future for us all. Register to attend their […]
Join Regen, developers, planning consultants, lawyers, and policymakers for a focused one-day programme of insight, debate, and networking. This event is an opportunity to hear from experts, share ideas and set the agenda for renewable energy planning in the year ahead.
Join this thought-provoking session that will set the tone for the year. The session will unpack the big developments shaping the UK’s transition to clean energy and highlight the vital role that community energy organisations play in creating low-carbon, fairer, and more resilient energy systems. You’ll come away with: Whether you’re an investor, community group […]
Community Energy ‘Seeing is Believing North East and Yorkshire’ is a programme funded by the North East and Yorkshire Net Zero Hub and delivered by Community Energy England, Ashden and Centre for Sustainable Energy. It is designed to share inspiring stories from people already doing great things in community energy through site visits, networking events and matchmaking, in order to support new […]
Regen invite community energy groups to join an insight webinar focused on community empowerment as part of the Net Zero Living project. This webinar will explore three approaches that have helped communities play an active role in driving change: The session will be particularly relevant for community energy organisations interested in working more closely with local authorities, shaping local […]
Calling all #CommunityEnergy groups! Plugyy Energy Solutions is offering FREE 1:1 Solar & Battery Advice Sessions. Book a 30-minute, no-obligation session with our experts to discuss ANY project issue, for example: Design & Optimisation Grid & Metering Planning & Safety Fire safety, insurance requirements Feasibility & Origin We’ll help you unlock your project’s potential! To […]
Join us for an exciting in-person end of year celebration where we will be launching our annual report for 2025 and chances to network with amazing London community energy representatives! Spaces are limited so secure your spot!
This event hosted by the Energy Learning Network and Ethex, will explore how community-funded solar can transform supermarkets into sustainability anchors: cutting costs, reducing emissions, and giving customers the chance to co-own the clean energy infrastructure above their heads and beneath their feet. Community Energy in the UK has already proven itself. Millions has been […]
Description Come along to this session hosted by the Energy Learning Network and Younity and find the different ways of increasing the revenue from your community energy project. The session is relevant for projects of all sizes and we’ll discuss: PPAs and how to manage them, Corporate PPAs, Smart Export Guarantee. By signing up to […]
Join us for the launch of the final outputs of the Community Heat Development Unit (CHDU), an 18-month innovation project led by Sharenergy in partnership with Carbon Alternatives, Community Energy England and Marches Energy Agency, and funded by the Energy Redress Scheme. The project set out to accelerate the development of community-owned heat networks across […]
This session will explore how we can create successful community energy projects in Cambridgeshire – with a primer session for newcomers This action-focused evening brings together community groups and key stakeholders to explore how we can develop successful, sustainable and replicable community energy projects in Cambridgeshire. This event is designed to support community energy groups […]
The 10th Social Enterprise Exchange conference takes place in Sheffield, 20 November 2025, celebrating International Social Enterprise Day and UN International Year of Co-operatives. Emma Bridge, CEE’s, CEO, will be talking about community energy and its contribution to community empowerment and climate change goals as part of a panel discussion, on climate change and green transitions “Getting to […]
As the Energy Redress Scheme opens the Main and Small Funds to community energy organisations for the first time, this is your opportunity to ask your application questions direct to the team. Open to all, this interactive session can take questions on any of the funding streams, answer application queries and even provide top tips! […]
Cutlers' Hall, 7-15 Church St, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 1HG
Time
11:00
Join Community Energy England for our national community energy conference. This event is for community energy organisations, climate action groups, local authorities and any people or organisations across England who are helping their local area to decarbonise energy and achieve net zero. Community Energy England is excited to be partnering with Northern Powergrid, Younity, Ethex […]
Join Tom Parker McLean, Founder of Power Up Tottenham and Senior Innovation Manager (Flexibility) at E.ON, to learn about the P441 consultation. Hear what it’s about, how it might impact the sector and how you can respond by the deadline.
Join us for a relaxed lunchtime session all about how local councils and community energy organisations in the North East and Yorkshire are working together to make real change happen. “Seeing is Believing” will share inspiring stories from people already doing great things – from new energy projects to creative local partnerships. You’ll hear how these […]
This Energy Learning Network session will introduce why community-led energy advice and support is needed to tackle barriers to engagement, and support underserved and fuel poor communities as well as able-to-pay households. The session will cover examples of energy advice activities, considerations and challenges to be aware of and options for funding and support. We […]
To round out Co-operative UK’s series of Community Energy webinars, we’re focusing on the ways that community energy can grow. What starts off as local people coming together to reclaim energy generation for themselves can soon become a sizeable operation generating hundreds of homes worth of energy. With a £68.5 million turnover from the sector […]
The long-awaited and eagerly anticipated Guide to Community Solar on Council Assets authored by Dr Rachel Coxcoon and developed in partnership with Community Energy Pathways, Community Energy England and UK100 is nearly ready! Whether this is the first you’re hearing of it, or you’ve been involved in one or more of the workshops held as […]
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