Renewable and clean energy funding
Renewable energy crowdfunding
Crowdfunder is where renewable energy communities come together to fund solar projects, wind energy, and initiatives that build clean energy for a sustainable future.
Renewable energy projects crowdfunding
Empowering Communities from Seed to Solar Power
Providing support for London communities to transform their local train station into gardens for...
Stannergill Whisky - The Spirit of Castletown Mill
Conserving and revitalising Castletown Mill as a destination craft whisky distillery and...
Power Station
To create a renewable power station across the rooftops of our East London streets, and then...
Barn Croft School Christmas No. 1
Had enough of seeing our children's education budgets being cut to ribbons? Let's turn our rage...
Nant-Y-Cwm Steiner School Kindergarten Build
We are raising money to build a sustainable kindergarten space, for more children and families...
Up the Energy: Local action on renewable energy
To showcase community energy nationwide, inspiring communities to act, cut carbon, save on...
People-Powered Energy for Norwich
We're building a fairer, more resilient energy system in Norwich, based on mutual aid,...
Star Throwers Sun Energy Project
Solar panels will power the charity with clean energy, cutting costs and carbon so more...
Solar-powered boat on the River Dart.
A solar-powered ferry on the River Dart, offering quiet, zero-emission journeys that reconnect...
Powering Practical Climate Action in Fife
Help StAndEN deliver climate and anti-poverty projects across Fife, cutting carbon, reducing...
Raasay Community Hydro
RCR is looking to raise £600,000 through community shares to develop two hydro schemes on the...
Support a Pioneering Small Island Brewery
We're making pioneering craft beer on the Isle of Eigg for social and environmental good. We...
Success story
Power Station
Optimistic Foundation CIC had an ambitious vision: turn the rooftops of East London into a community-owned renewable power station. Over 1,272 supporters backed the idea, raising more than £117,000 to prove that clean energy can start right where you live.
Decarbonise the Warehouse
Birmingham Friends of the Earth crowdfunded to make their community warehouse greener and more sustainable — so they can keep supporting people and the planet for years to come. A practical, community-backed step towards a lower-carbon future in the heart of the city.
Hwb y Gors
In the Welsh village of Cwmgors, a former primary school has been reimagined as a net zero hub for arts, education and enterprise. Awel Aman Tawe brought together 186 supporters to make it happen — breathing new life into a building at the heart of the community.
Energy Garden
Energy Garden is transforming London's train stations into thriving community spaces — growing food, boosting biodiversity, and generating clean energy. Their campaign raised over £240,000 to help more communities take ownership of the land and power around them.
How it works
Set up your page
Create your page, tell your story, explain your plans and set your fundraising target.
Spread the word
Tell everyone you know about your fundraiser – friends, colleagues and your community.
Get funded
Supporters donate or pledge money towards your fundraiser, helping to reach your target.
Crowdfunding FAQs
How does crowdfunding for renewable energy projects work?
Crowdfunding for a renewable energy project couldn’t be easier with Crowdfunder. Simply create your profile and let your supporters fund your cause. Our community fundraising platform lets you put your project in front of a bigger crowd, outside of your local network. Promote your campaign to more people, as well as public sector and corporate organisations.
How do I set up a crowdfunding page?
It’s really easy to start crowdfunding for your cause with Crowdfunder:
- Create your crowdfunding profile
- Tell your story - add photos and videos to your profile to show people why you’re fundraising
- Apply for match funding to boost your fundraising
- Offer rewards or set up a prize draw to give back to your crowd
How will my crowdfunding money be paid out?
The funds you raise from your renewable energy crowdfunding project will be paid into the bank account linked to your Crowdfunder profile within 7 working days of the end of your project.