Empowering communities to shape, own, and benefit from a clean, affordable and just energy future.
The Energy Democracy Project supports communities across South Africa to take control of their energy future through renewable energy, education, and collective action. "Mobilising Social Movements for Energy Democracy and Sovereignty in South Africa" brings together the strength of grassroots organising with the vision of a just energy future.
Millions of people still face energy poverty. By putting communities at the centre of decision-making, we build solutions that are local, sustainable and fair — creating a model where communities don't just receive energy solutions, they shape and own them.
Meet the changemakers
From educational workshops and dialogue sessions to solar demonstration units and local government engagement — this is renewable energy that works with and for people.
Building trust and working with communities to identify local energy priorities.
Supporting community-led renewable energy projects and innovations.
Equipping communities with the skills and knowledge to lead their own energy solutions.
Advocating for policies that promote energy democracy and a just transition.
From eMalahleni's coalfields to eThekwini's industrial south — real communities, real organising, real results.
Vukani Environmental Movement works to address the health and environmental toll of coal — while building the case for renewable alternatives.
South Durban Community Environmental Alliance has worked since 1995 to confront the air pollution and injustice faced by communities beside refineries.
Storytelling, myth-busting, and hands-on demonstrations — building the knowledge communities need to lead their own energy future.
Collaborate on community energy initiatives.
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