Across the UK, over 600 organisations are supporting local communities to make their own clean power.
Now's your chance to get involved.
COMMUNITY ENERGY FUTURE GEN is a three-week programme open to four Bright Green Future alumni who are passionate about, or eager to learn about renewable energy and local ownership of energy.
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Crash course webinars
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Community Energy England conference in Liverpool
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Access to industry experts and cutting-edge ideas alongside a small group of like-minded BGFers.
What's included:
Crash Course Webinar 1
Monday 9 November, 6 - 7:30pm
Community Energy England Annual Winter Conference, Liverpool
Tuesday 24 November
Crash Course Webinar 2
Thursday 26 November, time TBD
If you have questions, don't hesitate to email BGF staff at bgf@cse.org.uk.
Applications close 5pm Sunday 18 October.
Applicants will receive their outcome by Friday 23 October.
Is this programme for me?
CE Future Gen is aimed at BGFers who are considering futures in clean energy or grassroots democracy. This may include: engineering, town planning, volunteer coordination, campaigning, politics, architecture, education, business management... and more!
What is community energy?
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Read a blog about community energy.
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Watch an explainer video of community energy scheme.
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Check out the website of a Community Energy Organisation.
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Find your local community energy group on this map.
Frequently Asked Questions
About the application process
How many spots are there?
There are four spaces.
When will I hear my outcome?
Sign ups close 5pm Sunday 18 October. All applicants will receive their outcome by Friday 23 October.
I want to come but I won’t know whether I’m available until later than the deadline. Can I still apply?
Friday 23 October is the latest we can wait to hear confirmation from people whose applications are successful.
If you need support from us to attend e.g. a letter for an employer or lecturer, please get in touch at bgf@cse.org.uk.
About the conference trip
Is it free?
Yes. Costs included are: conference ticket, return train travel (or car) to Liverpool 23 - 24 November, plus overnight accommodation and meals while in Liverpool.
How do I get there?
Travel by train will be organised and paid for on your behalf. You’ll be asked for your nearest train station and preferred travel times, for evening arrival in Liverpool Monday 23 November. Your return train will be after 6pm on Tuesday 24 November.
If your train is delayed or cancelled: Please contact BGF staff team by phone as soon as possible and we’ll help you.
Can I travel by car?
Car travel is reimbursed after the residential using an expenses claim form. Reimbursement is 0.55p per mile while a BGFer is in the vehicle.
What is the accommodation like?
BGFers will share twin rooms (two single beds per room) in a nearby hotel. For any specific requirements, please contact us at bgf@cse.org.uk.
How accessible is the conference?
Community Energy England's conference is at the Spine Building in Liverpool L7 3FA. You can read more about the building's accessibility on their website.
If you have access needs, please include them in your sign up form or contact us directly — we’d love to support you.
What should I bring?
A full packing list will be shared before the event.
Please do NOT bring:
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Alcohol
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Peanuts
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Knives of any kind including hobby knives
Can we explore Liverpool?
This is a leadership programme with the expectation that attendees are on a shared journey over the weekend. If you would like to explore Liverpool, let us know and we can alter your train bookings for earlier arrival or later departure outside the programme time.