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One of the seven cooperative principles is “Cooperation Among Cooperatives.” Mutual aid embodies this principle and is a vital part of how we operate and serve members of our local communities. Electric co-ops know we’re strongest when we work together. 💪⚡️ #MutualAid #CooperativeDifference

New week, new video from the BECKON Life Capacity Building video series created by #ENoLL - “Governance models and legal structures for Energy Communities.” 🤝 This video presents you key insights about the heart of #EnergyCommunities’ prosperity, that is their #GovernanceModel. 🔎Under #EU legislation, #EnergyCommunities can take the form of Cooperatives and Associations, Community trusts and Foundations, Limited or Public-Private Partnerships, or Non-profit organisations, among others. Currently, the prevailing models is the Cooperative, but all these different types promote a participation structure that is open, value-driven, collective, and voluntary, with the aim to balance diverse interests, foster #Sustainability, and ensure more #Transparent and #Inclusive decision-making processes. ⚖ Choosing the best governance model is crucial to secure a responsible management of Energy Communities’ resources and promote efficiency and accountability, while maximizing the impact and ensuring the achievement of their main objectives. Discover more about the Energy Communities’ governance models and #LegalStructures and the guiding principles to follow for the establishment of an efficient organizational structure that can enhance Energy Communities resilience and scalability around #Europe. 🌍 📽 https://bit.ly/3wy5Q4P #ENoLL #CapacityBuilding #LIFEBECKON #Governance #LegalFramework #DecisionMakingProcesses #Cooperatives #NonProfit #PublicPrivate #Foundations #Associations #Scalability

What value does your local public power utility bring to your community? A lot, it turns out, especially when compared to private, investor-owned utilities. Did you know that public power contributes 33 percent more to state and local governments because of the investing we do in our towns and neighborhoods? #AMEA #ValueofPublicPower #CommunityInvestment

Running a business without energy efficiency is like trying to cool your office by leaving the fridge door open—spoiler alert: it’s not going to work!   Don’t let your profits slip away. Contact us today to see if your business is eligible for an Energy Efficiency Grant! Check out this short video with Ronan MacIntyre from Mac’s Deli talking about his experience of the grant. Click here for more information: https://lnkd.in/e_tbXKFM #LEODonegal #LocalEnterpriseOffice #Donegal #MakingItHappen #EEG

How can your organisation avoid funding gaps? 💡 In her blog for 'Investing in Community Solutions' day, Wales Transport Strategy Lead Michelle Clarke shares tips on building a solid funding pipeline to keep #CommunityTransport services running smoothly: https://lnkd.in/eAQq-EmB #CTWeek24 #CommunitySolutions

Public power means: 💡 Accountability and transparency in utility matters 💡 Quality jobs for the local community 💡 Local investment and economic development 💡 Service that mirrors the values of the local community 💡 A commitment to customer service Learn more about how public power serves your community at https://lnkd.in/g9n7e9J. #PublicPower #WeArePublicPower #CommunityPowered #LocalInvestment #CustomerService

How can we maximise the impact of limited funds for public services? By leveraging the expertise of the voluntary sector, says our Chief Executive Celine McStravick in today's The Irish News. "Necessity is the mother of all invention, and as we find ourselves facing into a challenging time ahead, we need our politicians to be think strategically and deploy a resource hidden in plain sight in the wealth of experience and expertise the voluntary and community sector can lend, and indeed lead." Read the full article here 👉 https://bit.ly/3yEl1dF #ValueOfTheSector #Collaboration #PfG #VoiceOfTheSector

Unlocking Creative Partnership Opportunities: Exploring Public Bonds for Infrastructure Development Discover the power of public-private partnerships in fostering economic growth through infrastructure development. Learn how the use of public bonds, exemplified by a successful parking garage project, can create value and taxable bases to incentivize cities. Gain insights from experts in bond financing and public sector finance, opening doors to new creative opportunities for collaboration with municipalities. #CreativePartnerships #PublicBonds #InfrastructureDevelopment #EconomicGrowth #TaxableBase #CityIncentives #BondFinancing #PublicSectorFinance #MunicipalCollaboration #InfrastructureOpportunities

Advance Housing, Inc. a dedicated organisation, was grappling with outdated systems across 60 sites, leading to inefficiencies and billing complexities. They needed a robust solution to streamline operations and improve service delivery. That's where Britannic stepped in! We provided a managed wide area network and a centralised communications platform, seamlessly integrating their operations. This upgrade simplified billing processes and significantly enhanced service delivery. With the new Social Housing Regulation Act 2023 on the horizon, Advance Housing is well-prepared to meet these new regulations, thanks to the foundation we helped them build. Ready to achieve greatness? 🌟 Read the full story on how we helped Advance Housing and Support: https://bit.ly/3YjSFjD #HousingAssociations #SuccessStory #BusinessDve #SocialHousingRegulations #AdvanceHousing #TransformingLives