Overview
As large-scale renewable energy (RE) expands globally, questions of justice, equity, and local participation are increasingly urgent. In particular, community ownership offers a pathway to ensure that energy transitions are not only low carbon but also inclusive and democratically governed. Through this project, JustRE Alliance seeks to deepen the understanding and visibility of community ownership models in large-scale RE, especially from the perspective of communities and practitioners in the Global South.
Community ownership in renewable energy is not just a governance model; it’s a mechanism to align the interests of affected communities with the rapid deployment of RE infrastructure. Also to ensure fair distribution of benefits, accountability, and long-term resilience.
Over the next 12 months, we will develop and share critical knowledge products, host collaborative spaces, and amplify real-world examples of community-driven renewable energy initiatives.
Objective
Support civil society with tools, evidence, and networks to advocate for and implement community ownership models while also providing clear guidance for policymakers and industry. Through real-world case stories and a global Community of Practice, the project encourages collaboration, learning, and the scaling of community ownership in large-scale renewable energy in the Global South.
