Good energy is clean energy produced by citizens and local communities from renewable sources. Such energy is also called community energy. Each of us can take energy into our own hands, produce it independently for our needs, and be a part of the big picture of energy in the hands of citizens. Community energy protects us from energy crises that cannot be addressed individually. It can improve air quality in our cities and counties, provide new jobs, and also bring savings on monthly electricity bills.

Finally, community energy helps tackle climate change by reducing carbon emissions and strengthening our resilience to changes in the energy sector. A study conducted by the CE Delft points out that nowadays 12 million people in the European Union produce their energy, and that number could grow to 50% of the population by 2050. Why would we not be among them?

By installing a small solar power plant on a rooftop or teaming up with neighbors through energy cooperatives or communities, the benefits of community energy are available to us all.