An energy community brings people, companies and institutions together to share and trade locally generated renewable electricity. Solar power from your own roof can be passed on directly to neighbors, while others benefit from clean energy that is available regionally. This strengthens self-sufficiency, increases the proportion of renewable energy in everyday life and makes energy more sustainable to use.

The energy community also helps to stabilize the electricity grid, as locally generated energy is used directly on site. This reduces peak loads and utilizes the grid more efficiently. Members also benefit from reduced grid charges, as less electricity has to be purchased from the higher-level grid.