Energy communities
Energy communities have emerged as a powerful tool to advance just energy transition priorities, with numerous models developed and implemented in both the Global North and the Global South.
More than energy projects
Energy communities are decentralized and/or distributed energy systems.
They are also political and social projects.
Talking openly about the different models deployed matters. They shape who decides, who carries the risks, and who benefits from the transition.
Two streams of projects
This infographic presents two main “streams” of projects. It is meant to help practitioners and policymakers distinguish between models that integrate innovative, community-led governance models and models that focus on increasing access to clean energy services
A deeper dive into the models
For a deeper dive into the world of energy communities models read this linkedin article and download the company matrix.
Ready to read more? Explore this series
Diverse models, shared questions
Global Lessons for Locally Led Projects
The Energy Communities financing paradox
Comunidades energéticas: Instrumentos para que sea posible la propiedad comunitaria
This page is an invitation to talk about energy communities in concrete terms: what are the models deployed? and what they mean for participation, ownership, and benefits.
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