THE FUTURE OF ENERGY IS
LOCAL

We’re a not-for-profit community energy business. We tackle climate change through clean energy generation, energy efficiency measures in homes and support for community projects.

Community renewables

Through investment from members, we develop renewable energy projects in Bath and the surrounding area.

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Community benefit

Surplus income is reinvested in local community projects reducing carbon emissions and addressing fuel poverty.

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Home energy

Making our homes more energy efficient – through retrofit – reduces energy demand and protects the planet. Our Home Energy service makes the process easier.

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Invest in our share offer and become a member

Are you looking for an ethical investment opportunity, our share offer is now open. We need to raise £440,000 by December 2025. Support us to increase renewable energy capacity, reduce carbon emissions and fuel bills and invest in the local community via the BWCE Fund, Target interest rate 5.75% per year (subject to performance)

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Save 70% on Home Energy Assessments

Residents in Bath & North East Somerset can access 70% discount vouchers from Retrofit West to use on our home energy assessments. Each household is eligible for up to two vouchers (one per assessment), which are valid across our range of surveys. We’ll even apply for the vouchers on your behalf.

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Do you need energy efficiency advice for your listed home?

We can offer a BWCE home energy assessment plus in-house advice and report from a Conservation Officer from the Bath & North East Somerset Council planning team, to guide you towards a more energy efficient listed home.
£195 average cost* (reduced from £650)
* for homes in Bath & North East Somerset with a Retrofit West discount voucher.

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Invest in our share offer and become a member!

Invest in our Share Offer and become a Member. We need your support to raise £440,000 by December 2025.

Spinning a greener future: BWCE supports Cycle Chippenham’s new cycle path

Spinning a greener future: BWCE Fund supports Cycle Chippenham’s new cycle path. Earlier last year, Cycle Chippenham received £5,000 from Bath and West Community Energy (BWCE) to fund the development of a cycle path linking Fairfoot Close and Gascelyn Close in Chippenham.