Powering a Greener North East
Community-owned energy. Lower bills, A cleaner future.
What We Do
We help households, businesses and community organisations access affordable renewable energy.
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OUR MISSION
Green energy, made easy.
Solar Seed Co-operative is a not for profit multi-stakeholder community energy development group that brings together local people, organisations, investors and volunteers.
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Core area of activities
Building a Smarter, Fairer Local Energy System
We are developing community energy projects that help reduce energy costs and keep more of the benefits of green energy within local communities.
Greener future
Turning Bright Ideas into Brighter Futures.
We are currently developing a number of community energy opportunities across the North East
- 30 kWp
- Community Building
- Solar + Battery Storage
- 200 kWp
- Industiral Building
- Solar PV Only
Our Team
People Behind Solar Seed
We hope you share our vision of accelerating the UK’s transition to clean, low carbon energy.
Help Shape the future of community energy
Join Our Network
We are looking for passionate individuals who want to make a positive impact in their local communities. Whether you have experience in renewable energy or are simply interested in sustainability, we’ll provide the training and support you need to become part of our growing community.
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Check your Solar Potential
Tell Us About Your Building
- Cut Energy Cost
- Increase Energy Independence
- Zero Upfront Cost
Solar without the upfront cost
See What a Solar PPA Could Look Like
Solar Seed co-op funds, owns and maintains the solar panels installed on your building, and you simply buy the clean electricity they generate at a lower, fixed price than grid power. ** The figures below are illustrative estimates based on typical UK solar generation and electricity usage patterns. Actual system size, generation and savings depend on the building, roof, electricity, tariff and agreed PPA terms.
Suitable For:
- Village Halls
- Community Centres
- Sport Clubs
- Small Charities
Suitable For:
- Sport Clubs
- Primary Schools
- Churches
- Commercial Buildings
Suitable For:
- Large Schools
- Warehouses
- Leisure Centres
- Industrial Buildings
Frequently Asked Questions
Your Solar Journey, Made Simple
We know that moving to solar, joining a cooperative, or investing in community energy can raise lots of questions. Our aim is to make community solar simple, transparent and accessible. If you can’t find what you’re looking for here, our team would be very happy to talk things through with you.
Solar Seed co-op is a not for profit, member owned co-operative that helps community organisations and small businesses install solar energy without upfront capital, while allowing members to invest in local clean energy.
We support schools, charities, social enterprises, nurseries and care homes that own their buildings and have suitable roofs and electricity usage.
Solar Seed co-op installs and owns the solar system, and the site occupier buys the electricity it generates at a discounted, long-term rate, usually cheaper than grid electricity.
Members can buy shares from £100 up to £100,000, helping fund solar installations and community energy projects.
We aim to pay a fair annual interest rate, typically Bank of England base rate + 2%. Members can choose to receive interest payments or reinvest them to help build more solar projects faster.
All investment carry risk. However, Solar Seed uses conservative financial modelling, long term energy contracts, and proven technology to reduce risk as much as possible.
After paying operating costs and fair member interest, any surplus is reinvested into building more solar for communities.
Yes, incorporated organisations such as charities, co-ops, SMEs and social enterprises can join as Incorporated Members.