National support (Example Germany)
DGRV – Deutscher Genossenschafts- und Raiffeisenverband e. V.
The DGRV – Deutscher Genossenschafts- und Raiffeisenverband e. V. supports the establishment of energy cooperatives in Germany, as well as their continuous operation. Visit the website
Bündnis Bürgerenergie e.V.
The Bündnis Bürgerenergie e.V. supports any energy community initiative in Germany. Visit the website
Netzwerk Energiewende jetzt e.V.
The Netzwerk Energiewende Jetzt e.V. supports citizens in taking responsibility for climate protection and taking their energy supply into their own hands. Visit the website
EU Support
Energy Communities Repository
The Energy Communities Repository is an initiative on behalf of the European Commission to assist local actors (including citizens, local authorities, and businesses) with setting up and advancing clean energy projects driven by energy communities in urban areas across Europe. The initiative contributes to a just transition to climate neutrality that allows citizens to take ownership of energy consumption and production. Visit the website
Rural Energy Community Advisory Hub
The Rural Energy Community Advisory Hub is an initiative by the European Commission that will map rural energy communities across Europe and provide technical assistance to such initiatives and projects. The Advisory Hub and the Repository will work closely together to provide the best possible support to energy communities. Visit the website
Energy Poverty Advisory Hub
The Energy Poverty Advisory Hub aims to become the central platform of energy poverty expertise in Europe for local authorities and all stakeholders interested in taking action to combat energy poverty in Europe. Visit the website