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We are working to provide fairly priced renewable energy generation to the Croydon community β˜€οΈ Banner by Scene In Croydon πŸ’›

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04.03.2026 18:23 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
In case you missed it on Friday, our 6th share offer is now live! 

Thanks to our first two investors who joined us over the weekend πŸ’™πŸ’‘

In case you missed it on Friday, our 6th share offer is now live! Thanks to our first two investors who joined us over the weekend πŸ’™πŸ’‘

With share offer VI, our mission is to:

πŸ’‘ Raise Β£39,000 for lighting improvements at Marvels Lane Primary School.

πŸ’‘ Save the school Β£79,000 over 10 years, and 71,000kg in CO2e emissions.

With share offer VI, our mission is to: πŸ’‘ Raise Β£39,000 for lighting improvements at Marvels Lane Primary School. πŸ’‘ Save the school Β£79,000 over 10 years, and 71,000kg in CO2e emissions.

πŸ’‘ Achieve this with no upfront cost to the school.

πŸ’‘ Any project surplus also goes to supporting our fuel poverty alleviation programme.

πŸ’‘ Achieve this with no upfront cost to the school. πŸ’‘ Any project surplus also goes to supporting our fuel poverty alleviation programme.

Invest Today at: selce.org.uk/shares

Please note that Selce is neither qualified nor authorised to offer investment advice. Those interested in participating should make their own assessment of the offer, should take note of any risk factors described in the documents, and may wish to take independent financial advice. Capital at risk.

Invest Today at: selce.org.uk/shares Please note that Selce is neither qualified nor authorised to offer investment advice. Those interested in participating should make their own assessment of the offer, should take note of any risk factors described in the documents, and may wish to take independent financial advice. Capital at risk.

In case you missed it, on Friday, our 6th share offer went live...

Thanks to our first two investors who joined us over the weekend πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰

Please share this message so we can reach more potential members & hit our target!

02.03.2026 12:16 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Β£1bn government investment in community energy will 'drive down' bills across London The government's Local Power Plan means that community groups can now bid for funding to generate clean energy. Kate Parker, co-chair of South East London community energy (Selce) welcomes the scheme...

"The Local Power Plan recognises the multiple interconnected impacts that community energy projects have" @kateaparker.bsky.social quoted in @salamandernews.org alongside the brilliant @croydoncommenergy.bsky.social
@climateconnie.bsky.social www.salamandernews.org/1bn-governme...

26.02.2026 09:08 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Meet the Young Energy Professionals – Connie Duxbury, Croydon Community Energy - Utility Week In a series of profiles of the winners of the Young Energy Professionals Awards, we meet Connie Duxbury of Croydon Community Energy, who won the Consumer Champion category. Connie tells us about how s...

Proud as punch to see our Senior Community Renewables Manager, Connie, featured in Utility Week’s Young Energy Professionals series πŸ†πŸ€©

Founder of @croydoncommenergy.bsky.social , she’s built the borough’s first renewable energy co-op and delivered community solar projects alongside her day job πŸ‘

26.02.2026 09:42 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Up the EnergyUp the Energy

The campaign is calling on the UK Government to fully implement the recommendations of the Community Energy State of the Sector 2025 report and to remove barriers, unlock local power, and ensure every community can share in the benefits of clean, affordable energy.

#communityenergy #localpower

04.03.2026 18:22 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Some of the CCE team went along this afternoon to the Houses of Parliament in support of the @commenergyengland.bsky.social #UpTheEnergy campaign ⚑️

uptheenergy.co.uk

#communityenergy #localpower

04.03.2026 18:22 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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We had the honour of hosting MP Natasha Irons and @martinmccluskey.bsky.social at one of our solar sites!

We appreciate them taking the time to see how impactful community energy can be in achieving our net zero goals!

#CommunityEnergy #RenewableEnergy #LocalPowerPlan #Croydon #London

25.02.2026 08:37 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

3 more days to apply!!

24.02.2026 18:34 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Check out our recent article, which breaks down the government's latest Warm Home Plan by Reece Richards

www.croydoncommunityenergy.co.uk/post/unpacki...

#Croydon #NewWarmPlan #CommunityEnergy #RenewableEnergy

18.02.2026 15:47 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We are a volunteer-led community benefit society, and we are looking for a volunteer Projects Director and Secretary to join our board.
More info here:
www.croydoncommunityenergy.co.uk/join-the-board

#Croydon #CommunityEnergy #Volunteering #London

13.02.2026 15:54 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🌞 We’re hiring a part-time CEO to help Croydon Community Energy turn Croydon rooftops into community-owned solar power!

Apply via CharityJob below (Closes Fri 27 Feb 2026, 5pm) ⬇️

www.charityjob.co.uk/jobs/croydon...

#CommunityEnergy #Recruitment

02.02.2026 16:29 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Croydon Climate Craft Club - February | Croydon Comm Energy Croydon Climate Craft Club is a free, community-driven space that combats loneliness by bringing people together through sustainable crafting and climate action.

It’s created by the community, for the community. So if you have any suggestions, we’re all ears. Message Ria on 07802840921. Let’s build connections and take climate action, one craft at a time.

#croydon #crafting #community

31.01.2026 08:44 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Join us on Thursday 26th February from 7-9pm at St. Mildred’s Church, 30 Bingham Rd, Croydon CR0 7EB

We’ll have some materials but feel free to bring along any used paper you want to re-purpose πŸ™‚

As well as the facilitator-led activity, you can bring your own craft - or just come along to chat!

31.01.2026 08:44 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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At the next Croydon Climate Craft Club we’ll be making zines, collages and oragami! RSVP on our website πŸ”— www.croydoncommunityenergy.co.uk/event-detail...

31.01.2026 08:44 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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WE ARE GROWING OUR TEAM!
We are a volunteer-led community benefit society, and we are looking for a volunteer Project Director tojoin our board.
Click the link in the bio for more info!
www.croydoncommunityenergy.co.uk/join-the-board

#Croydon #CommunityEnergy #Volunteering #CommunityGroups

30.01.2026 19:05 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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CCE is growing! We are thrilled to announce that we have been successful in obtaining a Β£20,000 grant from The National Lottery Awards for All programme. This means next week, we will be advertising for our first pai...

We've just sent out our latest newsletter containing HUGE news for CCE... you can join our mailing list on our website so you don't miss anything! wix.to/88lA3GY

30.01.2026 09:22 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Make polluters worldwide pay for a greener future The world's most polluting companies are actively working to block climate action – all for the sake of profit. We've had enough. From extreme weather to energy and food prices, the climate emergency’...

πŸ›’οΈ Finally, it’s vital that fossil fuel giants be made to pay more tax, with funds being used to make every home warm and affordable. Because there will still be millions of low-income households living in fuel poverty without bold action.

Demand change πŸ‘‡
foe.uk/e1e7r

21.01.2026 15:05 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

β˜€οΈ Β£5 billion will help councils and social housing landlords install insulation and clean energy like solar panels, with low interest loans to helpβ€―owner-occupiers fit solar panels, heat pumps or insulation.
And a continued commitment to retrofit 5 million homes over the course of this parliament.

21.01.2026 15:05 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ’· Tougher standards for rental homes to help cut bills for tenants and crack down on the scandal of cold, mouldy rentals
🌑️ £2.7 billion will help to drive down the cost of heat pumps, allowing many households to switch from polluting gas boilers. But larger grants are needed for low-income homes.

21.01.2026 15:05 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

After 3+ years of us campaigning alongside @friends-earth.bsky.social, the government has now published its #WarmHomesPlan. This is a significant step towards making our homes greener and cheaper to heat.

The plan shows good progress, but we must see more funding and ambition. BreakdownπŸ‘‡

21.01.2026 15:05 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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We are back with our free energy advice sessions provided by our certified team to help you cut down on energy bills!
The first one is happening this Saturday!
Find out more here:

www.croydoncommunityenergy.co.uk/energy-advice

#EnergyAdvice #FuelPoverty #CommunityEnergy #London #Croydon

15.01.2026 20:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Our monthly Climate Craft Club is back, and this time we’re getting hands-on with a free weaving workshop πŸ’š

πŸ“… Monday 12th Jan 2025
⏰ 7–9pm
πŸ“ Middle Turf, 390 London Road, Croydon (CR0 2SW)

Free, friendly, and open to all.
#Croydon #ClimateChange #Sustainability #FreeWorkshop #London

09.01.2026 15:46 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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At CCE, we are dedicated to promoting community energy and fostering a community of environmentally conscious residents. Join our team and help us make an even bigger impact in 2026!

Become a member!
www.croydoncommunityenergy.co.uk/become-a-member
#CommunityEnergy #CleanEnergy #Croydon

31.12.2025 12:53 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Wishing all of our CCE followers, members, investors, volunteers and supporters a very merry Christmas and a happy new year! Here’s to an exciting 2026 β˜€οΈ

23.12.2025 17:57 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Did you know that Croydon Community Energy is hosting free monthly climate craft club in Croydon!

Check out our website for more details!

www.croydoncommunityenergy.co.uk/climate-craf...

#Croydon #London #ClimateCraft #CommunityEvents #Sustainability #CroydonCommunityEnergy

05.12.2025 17:55 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Struggling with rising heating bills? Here’s some expert advice Thousands of Croydon households face the prospect of rising fuel bills this winter. But on Fuel Poverty Awareness Day, here are some tips and links to help and supportΒ  Today is Fuel Poverty Awaren…

If you are struggling with high energy bills this winter, here is some expert advice.
Special thanks to @insidecroydon.bsky.social for the coverage!

insidecroydon.com/2025/11/26/s...

#FuelPoverty #EnergyAdvice #Croydon #CroydonCommunityEnergy #WinterFuel

01.12.2025 16:34 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We’re supporting National Energy Action's #FuelPovertyAwarenessDay because evidence shows that living in a cold home can affect academic attainment. This should not be happening to millions of children across the UK.
@nea.org.uk

#Croydon #London #FuelPoverty #CroydonCommunityEnergy

26.11.2025 16:04 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Fuel Poverty in Croydon: Understanding the Issue and Its Real-Life Impact Many families in Britain struggle to keep their homes warm, yet fuel poverty remains an issue that is often overlooked. This problem deserves far more attention, not just from the public but from poli...

It is estimated that around 25% of families in Croydon experience fuel poverty.
Read the article below to understand the scale of the issue and what you can do about it.
@nea.org.uk

#FuelPovertyAwarenessDay #CroydonCommunityEnergy #EnergyAdvice

www.croydoncommunityenergy.co.uk/post/fuel-po...

26.11.2025 10:34 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Tomorrow is #FuelPovertyAwarenessDay, so let's take a moment to raise awareness about this issue and learn how it affects Croydon residents.
Check out our website for helpful resources.
www.croydoncommunityenergy.co.uk/energy-advice
@nea.org.uk
#FuelPoverty #CroydonCommunityEnergy #EnergyAdvice

25.11.2025 15:09 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

As well as the facilitator-led activity, you can bring your own craft - or just come along to chat!

It’s created by the community, for the community. So if you have any suggestions, we’re all ears. Message Ria on 07802840921. Let’s build connections and take climate action, one craft at a time.

23.11.2025 18:41 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0