
East Durham Trust visit Community Energy Pathways offices for a two day learning trip at Lewes Climate and Energy Hub.
We are one of the pioneers of the UK’s community energy sector – we have been advising and supporting communities to transition to a low-carbon and sustainable future since 2013.
Community energy is about people working together to generate electricity locally using renewable technologies that both reduce carbon emissions and save money.
We have evolved from a hub in the south-east and we now work across the country under our new name: Community Energy Pathways.
We are located in Lewes and host the Lewes Climate and Energy Hub. The hub has dedicated spaces opent o the public to talk about energy and cliamte which we’ve developed with Lewes District Council.
Our vision
We want every district, borough or unitary authority in the UK to benefit from a community energy group that can provide independent, professional advice to households on how to reduce their energy costs and go green. It’s about harnessing renewable electricity generation and storage, and ramping up the efficiency of homes, including by retrofitting them with the latest innovations and technologies.
Our mission
Our mission is to develop a thriving community energy sector and ensure that local authorities meet their Net Zero ambitions, in line with their energy and climate change strategies.
Our values
Energy – we use our passion, knowledge and commitment to a brighter future to develop and support the community energy movement.
Together – we are stronger together, we value team work. Our partnerships are based on working collaboratively and respectfully to take action. We support and trust in each other’s skills, knowledge and plans for a low carbon future.
Innovation – we challenge ourselves and our work so that we continue to grow our minds, develop the concept of community energy and move with the times as technologies evolve.
Integrity – we listen, we are fair, honest and transparent with our colleagues, members and partners.
Diversity – we always show respect for what makes us who we are, our life experiences, cultures and beliefs. We value diversity of voices from across the human world, plant world, animal kingdom and web of life.
Resilience– the journey to a low carbon future is not always easy but we keep positive and focus on the world we want to create.