WESHARE
Empowering businesses to develop energy community models for a successful energy transition
The WESHARE initiative, co-funded by the European Union under the LIFE Programme (Grant Agreement No. 101167685), empowers businesses across Europe to develop and implement energy community models that support a successful clean energy transition.
ABOUT WESHARE
Launched in 2024, WESHARE is a 36-month project coordinated by RIMOND SRL and implemented by a consortium of partners:
It brings together a diverse group of stakeholders, including businesses, local authorities and energy service providers to foster energy-sharing models that reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance energy security.
During its pilot phase, business energy-sharing communities in Belgium, Portugal and Spain will demonstrate how collective energy solutions can drive Europe's clean energy transition. These pilots will serve as replicable models, encouraging companies across Europe to adopt similar approaches.
To achieve this, WESHARE partners lead key activities that ensure a comprehensive and effective implementation:
ZuidtrAnt – Removing barriers for energy-community at business sites
RIMOND SRL – Management and Coordination
Genera – Business models & financing for business energy communities
ENA – Building competencies for setting-up of business energy communities
GISA – Sustainability, replication and exploitation of project results
LOW Associates – Communication, dissemination and integrated stakeholder engagement
Through this collaborative effort, WESHARE provides businesses with the tools, insights, and policy support needed to transition to cleaner, more efficient energy use, contributing to Europe’s 2050 climate neutrality goals.
THE CHALLENGE
A complete shift to renewables is essential to achieving the European Union's climate neutrality goals by 2050. With energy production responsible for 75% of greenhouse gas emissions, the creation of renewable energy-sharing communities among businesses is a key solution. However, challenges such as complex regulations, economic constraints, and limited awareness have slowed their development. Businesses in industrial parks, in particular, face difficulties in adopting sustainable energy solutions due to these barriers.
DELIVERABLES
Creation of the WESHARE visual identity
Design of the communication, dissemination, and stakeholder engagement strategy
Management and implementation of communication activities
OUR SOLUTION
Business energy-sharing communities can drive the clean energy transition by fostering collaboration among businesses on renewable energy projects. These communities enable companies to reduce energy costs, improve their energy efficiency, and enhance energy security.
The WESHARE initiative, co-funded by the European Union under the European Commission’s LIFE Programme, empowers businesses across Europe to establish energy community models for a clean energy transition. During its pilot phase, energy-sharing communities in Spain, Belgium, and Portugal will highlight the tangible benefits of energy sharing among businesses.
FOLLOW WESHARE’S PROGRESS
We invite businesses, policymakers, and stakeholders to engage with WESHARE and stay informed about the latest developments in energy-sharing practices.
Futurium: WESHARE’s dedicated Futurium platform serves as the primary hub for news, resources, and community engagement. Join to explore project updates, success stories, and research findings.
WESHARE Newsletter: Stay informed on our pilot initiatives’ progress, success stories from thriving energy communities, key policy updates and practical energy-saving tips for businesses.
LinkedIn: Follow our page for weekly updates and to engage in discussions on energy collaboration.
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