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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Jul 7

Bristol’s brimming with new community energy projects ⚡️🌞

Join us with Ethex to shape how we power up the next wave of clean energy projects – and get more people on board.

📅 10 July, 12–1pm, online. Let’s grow this together.

RSVP 👇

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Getting the word out to help BEC grow

Hey BEC members! Join us online to help us grow our reach and attract more investor members

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Stokes Croft Land Trust @stokescroftlandtrust.org · Jun 24

We have new solar panels! ☀️

A huge thank you to @briznrgcoop.bsky.social & Low Carbon Gordano for their support through the Megawatt Community Energy Fund.

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Let there be (sun)light! - Stokes Croft Land Trust

We’ve been enjoying the recent good weather as the sun has been shining on our brand new solar panels! With the support of a £4,000 grant from the Megawatt Community Energy Fund from Bristol Energy Co...

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Jun 23

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Jun 23

Come and hear the Climate Choir Movement sing a song of praise for our solar installation on the roof of Easton Community Centre 🎶

"We thought we’d celebrate BEC and advertise
their free solar scheme by doing what we do best - singing!" - Musical Director Kai Honey.

Well cor - what a lovely bunch!

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Younity @younityuk.bsky.social · Jun 10

We love to see community energy getting the attention it deserves🤩

@briznrgcoop.bsky.social helped Latcham triple their solar panels, from 400 to 1,276, at zero upfront cost 💸

✅ Cheaper bills
✅ 542 tonnes of CO₂ saved
✅ A greener future powered by community energy

What’s not to love? 💚

Community energy group link-up allows print firm to press ahead with green future - South West

More than 1,250 panels will save 542 tonnes of carbon over 25 years

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · May 26

Who else is joining for Festival of Sustainable Business?!

The event aims to inspire solutions for people to grow biz into the net zero future. What better place to host it than @bristolbeacon.bsky.social, home to one of our community-owned solar arrays!

www.festivalofsustainablebusiness.co.uk

Festival of Sustainable Business 2025 | Net Zero Growth Awaits

Unlock business growth by transitioning to net zero with clarity, confidence, and resilience at the Festival of Sustainable Business in Bristol. #FoSB

www.festivalofsustainablebusiness.co.uk

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · May 22

Join our very own @marianne-brown.bsky.social for her talk at Hay Festival 📚

She'll be discussing her newly released book 'The Shetland Way' with fellow author Alice Mah.

Get your tickets!

www.hayfestival.com/p-23669-mari...

Marianne Brown and Alice Mah talk to Patrick Barkham - Hay Festival

The environmental researcher and the professor of environmental studies compare their experiences of personal and climate grief.

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · May 20

Join us on 3 June at Bookhaus Bristol for an evening of storytelling and community action.

Our very own Marianne, author of The Shetland Way, will discuss energy, identity, and grassroots responses to the climate crisis.

Get your tickets here:

www.bookhausbristol.com/events/#e130...

Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · May 19

The magic of community energy isn't in the simple act of clean energy production - it's the ripples that spread out from it!

We've delivered over £440,000 in direct funding to community projects that have transformed lives across the city...and we're not stopping any time soon!

Co-operative and Community Finance @coopfinance.bsky.social · May 14

So excited to see the amazing work at @stokescroftlandtrust.org where a £4,000 grant from the Megawatt Community Energy Fund from @briznrgcoop.bsky.social and Low Carbon Gordano has helped them install solar panels with the capacity to generate 4000 kWh.

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · May 14

Woweeeee! 🏆

Our Bridport Co-Housing project has just swept the boards at the RIBA South West & Wessex awards!

Congrats to everyone involved. What a concept and what an achievement in delivery!

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · May 13

In 2011 a small group of Bristolians got together and decided to make a difference.

Fast forward to 2025 and we're now a fully staffed organisation producing enough clean energy to power the equivalent of 3,500 homes per year.

Stay tuned - some exciting projects to announce soon!

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · May 6

ABOUT TIME!

From 2027, all new homes in England will come with solar panels as standard 🌞🏠

Cheaper bills. Greener power. Less faff later.
Big win for homeowners...and the climate!

What do you think? 👇

www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Solar panels to be fitted on all new-build homes in England by 2027

Government to press ahead with net zero plans as Keir Starmer rejects Tony Blair’s criticisms of climate policy

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Apr 25

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This is a brilliant chance for schools, charities, housing groups & grassroots orgs to scale their impact with local energy funding.

Spread the word - and apply now 👇

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Apr 25

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We’re backing projects that:
🌱 Help people save energy or money
🏡 Boost energy efficiency in community buildings
📚 Deliver local energy education
⚡ Support a just, inclusive clean energy transition

All powered by community-owned renewables with Low Carbon Gordano.

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Apr 25

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💡 Funding alert for community energy projects in the West of England!

The Megawatt Community Energy Fund is now open - offering up to £4,000 for initiatives that cut energy use, lower bills, and drive social impact.

Deadline: Thurs 29 May 2025

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Apr 25

Bristol Energy Network is teaming up with @Energy Local – changing how we use and share electricity.

Join the online session to:

✅ Learn how the model works
✅ See it in action
✅ Explore starting a local energy club in Bristol

Cheaper, cleaner, local power. 🌱

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Introduction to Energy Local: Powering Communities with Clean, Affordable and Local Energy

Get tickets on Humanitix - Introduction to Energy Local: Powering Communities with Clean, Affordable and Local Energy hosted by Bristol Energy Network. Online. Tuesday 6th May 2025. Find event informa...

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Apr 3

Hi Ricky, Bristol City Council now have an agreement with Amaresco (as part of Bristol City Leap) that effectively grants them first dibs on all council-owned buildings, so City Hall would be off the menu for us.

We're looking for non-governmental organisations, community buildings etc 🙂

Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Apr 2

Know a school, business or community building in the Bristol area with a big roof?

We’re offering FREE solar PV installations - you get cheaper, greener energy, and we grow local community-owned power. ☀️⚡️

📣 We’re on the lookout NOW - tag someone or apply:

bristolenergy.coop/rooftop-sola...

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Mar 31

You can read more about our ground-breaking (and now fully tenanted!) project here:

bristolenergy.coop/powering-new...

Powering new homes with smart microgrids

Increasingly, we hear about smart* technologies in our homes, for heating, lighting, and even food ordering. These technologies can bring convenience and a personalised experience. In […]

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Mar 31

Congrats to our collaborators CEPRO for their award for 'Whole Energy System Innovation' at the Community Energy Awards 2025 🥳

Our project at Water Lilies effectively turns the housing development into a self contained electricity microgrid - producing AND storing their own clean power ⚡💡

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Mar 26

Last week, our CEO Helen Martin represented us at Westminster, championing community-led renewables.

Community voices at the table aren't just important - they're transformative. When communities lead, we drive real change toward net zero! 🌿⚡️

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Mar 13

🚀 Huge congrats to our co-founder Andy O’Brien on his Net Zero Pioneer nomination at the Clean Energy Awards 2025! ⚡️

From launching over 20 community energy projects to shaping the sector, he’s been a true force for good for Bristol & beyond. Well deserved, Andy! 🎉 #NetZeroPioneer #CommunityEnergy

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Mar 10

It's award season 💅

We've been shortlisted for Regen’s Green Energy Awards 2025! 🎉

Our Future Energy Landscapes project (with the heroes at @hello-cse.bsky.social) puts local people's voices at the centre of shaping their energy future.

Read more about it:

bristolenergy.coop/future-energ...

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Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Mar 5

They profit. We pay the price. But here in Bristol, we’re taking back control. Community-owned renewables put power where it belongs – with people, not polluters.

The future is local. Check out what we’re building in our city:

bristolenergy.coop/projects/

Bristol Energy Cooperative @briznrgcoop.bsky.social · Feb 17

Want public support for climate action? Then do it right.

From pylons to low-traffic zones, people push back when decisions are imposed. If we work WITH communities, they’ll help drive the transition forward.

From @marianne-brown.bsky.social in @theecologist.org

theecologist.org/2025/feb/13/...

Power lines

Labour must embrace community ownership to achieve net zero.

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