Ownergy

Press Release: Announcing “Ownergy” – A New Toolkit for Community Renewable Energy Ownership in Sweden

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Sustainability Groups Introduces “Ownergy” – A Comprehensive Digital Toolkit Empowering Community Ownership of Renewable Energy Assets in Sweden

Stockholm, Sweden — 14th December 2023 — Sustainability Groups, a Swedish-based non-profit organization committed to advancing sustainable development, is excited to announce Ownergy, a revolutionary digital toolkit designed to support the community ownership of renewable energy generation assets across Sweden. This initiative is supported by a diverse ecosystem of partners.

As Sweden intensifies its focus on renewable energy and sustainable communities, Ownergy aims to empower local citizens and communities to take ownership of the renewable energy transition. From project ideation to decommissioning, Ownergy provides comprehensive support through a suite of digital tools, data-driven insights, and an extensive knowledge base. It is designed to assist every stage of the process, including feasibility studies, planning, construction, and operations.

“We believe that empowering communities to own and manage renewable energy assets is a critical step toward achieving Sweden’s sustainability goals,” said Neil Williams, co-founder and Board Member of Sustainability Groups. “Ownergy offers the tools and resources that local groups need to drive renewable energy projects from concept to completion.”

Key Features of Ownergy

  1. End-to-End Project Support: From ideation to decommissioning, Ownergy supports each phase of community-led renewable energy projects with tailored tools and resources.

  2. Knowledge Base: A comprehensive database of information to help communities understand the legal, financial, and technical aspects of renewable energy projects.

  3. Applications and Data: Practical tools and real-time data to guide feasibility assessments, planning, and operational decision-making.

Partnership ecosystem

Ownergy is built on a solid foundation of partnerships (including financial institutions, government agencies, technology providers, academia and research institutions) playing a pivotal role in supporting the project’s financial sustainability.

Our partners’ commitment to ecological and social development aligns perfectly with Ownergy’s mission to foster locally-owned renewable energy projects. Together, we aim to ensure that the financial, regulatory, and operational aspects of renewable energy ownership are easily navigable for communities.

About Sustainability Groups

Sustainability Groups is a non-profit social venture based in Sweden, dedicated to promoting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through grassroots initiatives. The organization spearheads innovative projects like Jugaad Africa and Project Donne, which seek to accelerate the renewable energy transition globally.

Read more: www.sustainabilitygroups.org