Economic and social benefits of community energy projects
Publisher: CEE Bankwatch Network
Volume: 3 pages, pdf
Description:
“Community energy projects” refers to energy projects providing for direct benefits to a group of local shareholders. The opportunity for residents to develop and own green energy infrastructure or to jointly leverage untapped energy saving potential, represents a range of economic and social opportunities such as job creation, business opportunities, lowering energy bills and acceptance of sustainable energy production. Community energy projects can take various forms depending on existing legal and financial frameworks, geographies and familiarity with renewable energy and energy efficiency initiatives.