Decent.ec offers a complete toolstack for decentralized energy communities

Decent stands for Decentralized, which refers to the types of Energy Communities we work with. We provide AI models, community tools, knowledge base articles, hardware, and software to manage and operate the community (asset registration apps, virtual SCADA, Billing Portal). To get started you have to create a decentralized ID to sign up, and we will create your energy community domain, then after configuring your preferences, you can launch yoursign-up page. To register fill out the form.

An Energy Community is a self-organized group of individuals, social entities, or associations aiming to achieve a 100% renewable energy model. These communities generate energy from renewable sources like solar, wind, hydro, or biogas and prioritize social and environmental benefits. The members can save on their energy bills and collectively own the energy infrastructure and they play a crucial role in contributing to a greener planet. Read more

To start an Energy Community you have to find a pre-existing group or create your own by raising awareness about the energy transition. Research is an essential step including understanding the objectives, the forms, the legal regulations, the possible challenges, and the funding options. After your research, these are the main steps of starting an Energy Community:

1. Clarifying the roles, objectives, and members
2. Choosing the Legal Model
3. Defining the Shared Energy Services
4. Planning the social, energy, and economic impact
5. Choosing the Financing Model

Energy Communities can use various sources such as solar panels, wind, biogas, or biomass to achieve this objective. Improving energy efficiency is a key element, including reducing the impact of the current mobility model by reducing the necessity for travel and using public transportation. Another key element is discovering different heating and cooling solutions and choosing more sustainable options in our everyday lives. The aim is to use less energy for the same activities by implementing renewable energy usage. Read more

To help achieve 100% renewable energy generation in Energy Communities, members should focus on both self-consumption and collective efforts. Members can contribute by collective self-production, sharing the generated energy and consuming energy generated by the community, instead of buying electricity from the grid. This method reduces reliance on the grid and lowers costs. Read more

To implement shared electric mobility in an Energy Community, it’s crucial to understand your local environment and adapt services to minimize the impact by implementing "15-minute city" (a model prioritizing pedestrians and cyclists) principles and enhancing infrastructure by increasing bus frequencies, diversifying routes, and developing cycle roads. Throughout the process, you have to provide dedicated parking and charging spots and build a governance structure for decision-making within the community. Optimizing vehicle usage based on community needs is an essential step that helps reduce the environmental impact and improve mobility options. Read more

Electric charging points in Energy Communities reduce energy consumption and support the shift to renewable energy. They recharge EV batteries by communicating with the vehicle to optimize charging power and battery health. Various connectors (Type 1, Type 2, Combo, CHADeMO) and charging modes (Mode 1 to Mode 3) are used for different needs. Charging time depends on battery status, temperature, and system performance. Read more

Choosing the right legal form depends on your community's goals and needs. A cooperative is ideal for member-owned, profit-sharing, and democratic decision-making, but it has limited capital access. A non-profit focuses on social and environmental impact, offering tax benefits, but does not distribute profits. A limited liability company (LLC) provides operational flexibility and profit generation, protecting members' personal assets, but it is complex to establish. Consider your financial goals, mission, funding needs, and local requirements to determine the best fit. Read more