More about EVER

Building community energy that helps Evesham Vale thrive

Now and long into the future.

For our community

Evesham Vale Energy Renewables (EVER) exists to help the people and places of the Evesham Vale enjoy clean, affordable, community-owned energy — today, and for future generations.

We are a Community Benefit Society (CBS), which means we are owned by local people, run for local benefit, and committed to reinvesting surplus back into the community rather than extracting profit out of it.

Our ambition is not simply to generate renewable energy — it is to help Evesham Vale thrive, ensuring that the wellbeing of people and the health of nature are strengthened together.

This ensures that the value created by our renewable energy projects stays within Evesham Vale, supporting local resilience and prosperity.

The Five Design Lenses

We draw inspiration from Doughnut Economics, which invites communities to stay within environmental limits while ensuring everyone can thrive living a good life.

⭐ Purpose = why we exist

EVER exists to make the Evesham Vale a place where energy is local, clean, affordable and community-owned.

Our purpose is grounded in fairness, sustainability and resilience.

Every project we pursue must not only reduce carbon emissions, but also increase wellbeing for the people who live here.

🔗 Networks = who we work with

Community energy succeeds when people work together.

We actively partner with residents, parishes, schools, farmers, local authority teams, businesses, landowners and voluntary groups across the Vale.

EVER aims to be a connector — linking ideas, skills, land, buildings, investment and enthusiasm.

⚖️ Governance = how we make decisions

As a Community Benefit Society, EVER is democratically governed by its members, each with an equal vote.

Key decisions are made with open discussion and published reasoning.

We measure success not only in kilowatts generated, but also in carbon reduced, households helped, skills grown and community benefit delivered.

👥 Ownership = who benefits

EVER is owned by the community — not external investors.

Profits are reinvested locally into things like warm-home initiatives, green skills training, youth projects, repair cafés, community transport, and future renewable installations.

Ownership isn’t just financial — it’s emotional and very personal.

£ Finance = how we fund and grow

Our projects are financed through a mixture of community share offers, grants, ethical investment and partnership funding.

Finance is not a goal in itself.

It is a tool to help the community reduce bills, increase resilience and support future generations.

The measure of success is shared public benefit, not private return.

How EVER Works Day-to-Day

Borrowing principles from Holacracy, grown for Evesham Vale soil

A Coordinating Group holds the overall picture, ensures alignment with our purpose, and supports each circle to work effectively.

Each circle holds authority for its area, acts transparently, and shares progress with the wider membership. People step into roles based on skill, interest and commitment — not hierarchy.

As we grow, EVER is organising itself in a way that distributes responsibility, invites initiative and reduces bottlenecks.

Rather than relying solely on a top-down committee structure, we use working groups — or “circles” — each with clear purpose and roles.

Join Us

Are you passionate about renewable energy and eager to make a difference?

At Evesham Vale Energy Renewables, we’re looking for dedicated individuals to join our mission of growing renewable energy facilities in our community.

No matter your background or experience, if you can offer some free time and a willingness to contribute, we want to hear from you.

We have various opportunities available, and your involvement can have a significant impact on our initiatives. Here are some ways you can get involved:

☀️ Solar & Renewables

We deliver personalized solutions, ensuring that every customer receives top-tier service tailored to their needs. We work with specialist designers and implementation partners, but could always do more with others.

👥 Community Partnerships

If you’re enthusiastic about making a difference and want to contribute in any way you can, we welcome your dedication and support to initiate and nurture connections within our communities.

🔋 Technology Innovation

If you’re tech-savvy and passionate about green technologies, why not contribute to our exploration of innovative solutions and implementation of sustainable technologies and share your expertise.

👛 Funding & Finance

Have a background in finance or legal expertise? Help provide guidance, support in navigating the regulatory landscape & ensuring compliance.

🧭 Purpose & Impact

Share your knowledge and experience in renewable energy or community development to help shape our strategies and decision-making processes.

📣 Comms & Membership

Help us amplify our message and engage with the community by managing our social media platforms and creating compelling content.

Connect with us

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