| bosschewindmolenwest.nl | Bossche Windmolen West | BWW is a cooperative association consisting of 540 members who collectively produce green energy through a wind turbine located on Graaf van Solmsweg in ’s-Hertogenbosch. Windpark De Rietvelden, consisting of four wind turbines, supplies approximately 5% of the city of ’s-Hertogenbosch’s electricity consumption and contributes to the climate goal of a climate-neutral city. Members can generate local energy themselves and benefit from discounts and energy credits, while the cooperative contributes to the Windpark De Rietvelden environmental fund and supports neighborhood initiatives. | Renewable Energy → Wind Energy 396 | windpark 96 windmill 249 cooperative 649 electricity 745 energy 9075 member 10154 | North-Brabant → 's-Hertogenbosch 8868 |
| windparkkrammer.nl | Windpark Krammer | Windpark Krammer is a windpark under development on and around the Krammersluizen in the Netherlands, driven by a cooperative with almost 5000 members (Zeeuwind and Deltawind). The park consists of 34 Enercon E-115 wind turbines, generating a total of 102 MW of energy. The website offers information about construction, documentaries, news, events (such as open days and membership), and contact details. | Wind Energy → Wind Farms 65 | windpark 96 wind turbine 231 cooperative 649 documentary 1081 energy 9075 membership 10442 | Zeeland → Schouwen-Duiveland 2010 |
| ndsmenergie.nl | NDSM Energie | The cooperative is managed by entrepreneurs and works to develop green energy, support solar energy projects, and promote sustainable business practices. Recently, NDSM Energie submitted an input response to the Provincial States due to the VVGB's rejection, and the organization held a successful breakfast session on grid congestion. NDSM Energy has, in collaboration with the municipality of Amsterdam, submitted a permit application for a wind turbine on the Noorder IJ-plas and has brought the Windpark project to fruition. | Governance → Politics 5458 | wind turbine 231 cooperative 649 energy 9075 sustainability 18451 | Amsterdam → North 657 |
| cwwaterland.nl | Coöperatie Windenergie Waterland (CWW) | The Coöperatieve Windenergie Vereniging Waterland (CWVW) was founded in 1988 by Wijnand Oussoren with the goal of developing wind energy projects in Waterland. After initial plans with Lagerwey failed due to landscape considerations, the CWVW sought a new location and eventually selected ‘de Nes’ near Uitdam as the ideal spot for a wind turbine, utilizing a Micon turbine. Through various projects, including the windpark on de Nes, CWW aims to finance sustainable community projects and keep members informed about developments through a newsletter. | Renewable Energy → Wind Energy 396 | wind energy 124 wind turbine 231 cooperative 649 membership 10442 | Waterland → Marken 157 |
| blauwvingerenergie.nl | coöperatie Blauwvinger Energie | The organization works on saving energy and locally generating energy. Blauwvinger Energie was founded by residents of Zwolle and includes residents, businesses and organizations. Ways to get involved include volunteering, taking Zwolse Energie and investing in sustainable projects. | Energy → Local Energy 52 | cooperative 649 volunteer 8367 energy 9075 | Overijssel → Zwolle 7395 |
| samenwonendefilm.nl | Sam van Zoest | The documentary "Samenwonen: het verhaal van De Warren" follows a group of young Amsterdam residents as they establish the first realized self-built housing cooperative in Amsterdam, De Warren. De Warren consists of 36 households and illustrates a unique form of co-living that requires a different role from architects, municipalities, and builders. The film explores the challenges and the cost associated with realizing this collective housing. | Film → Documentaries 813 | cooperative 649 documentary 1081 sustainability 18451 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| hilverstroom.nl | Hilverstroom | The website showcases various projects such as the Zonnepanelen Postcoderoos project on Baarschot, the REKS regional energy strategy, and various energy saving initiatives. Hilverstroom also organizes events, such as energy cafes and information evenings, aimed at promoting sustainability and energy saving. The cooperative strives to support local sustainability initiatives and generate the electricity it supplies locally, with the goal of creating a green living environment for the residents of Hilvarenbeek. | | cooperative 649 electricity 745 municipality 6837 energy 9075 sustainability 18451 | 's-Hertogenbosch → Inner City East 46 |
| windparkdeventera1.nl | Deventer Energy Cooperative | The project, named Windpark Deventer A1, is the result of a collaboration between Deventer Energy Cooperative, Coöperatie LochemEnergie, Prowind, and Pure Energy to fulfill the wind energy goals of Overijssel and Deventer. The website provides updates on the project's progress, including ecological research, applications to the province, and news articles. Visitors can subscribe to a digital newsletter to stay informed about developments and can ask questions through the contact page. | Wind Energy → Wind Farms 65 | windpark 96 wind turbine 231 cooperative 649 newsletter 6504 municipality 6837 | Overijssel → Deventer 4751 |
| groenerzoeterwoude.nl | Groener Zoeterwoude | The Gebiedscoöperatie Groener Zoeterwoude facilitates projects such as neighborhood heating networks, farmers' markets, and wind farms, with Zoeterwoudenaar actively participating in decision-making regarding the sustainable future of the village. The cooperative ensures that the proceeds from these projects are returned to the local community, allowing residents to share both the burdens and the benefits of the energy transition. Groener Zoeterwoude organizes various activities, such as meetings with lectures and excursions, and offers information and advice on sustainable materials, such as a sustainability box, to further increase the sustainability of the village. | Initiatives & Projects → Local Initiatives 1001 | cooperative 649 energy 9075 news 15293 sustainability 18451 | South-Holland → Zoeterwoude 402 |
| energiekdaarle.nl | Energiek Daarle | The cooperative was founded by enthusiastic residents of Daarle who believe in the power of collective action to promote the energy transition. Energiek Daarle is working with the community on various projects, including the installation of solar panels on roofs and the assessment of a wind project. The website provides information about the cooperative, its goals, and the key projects it is carrying out. | Initiatives & Projects → Local Initiatives 1001 | cooperative 649 resident 3245 community 7931 energy 9075 sustainability 18451 | Hellendoorn → Daarle 58 |
| dorpscooperatietenboer.nl | Dorpscoöperatie Ten Boer | The website provides information about the activities and board of the Dorpscoöperatie. A manifesto signed by over 25 organizations is referenced, along with an activity calendar. The coöperatie encourages residents to participate in projects and engage in the community. | Village Focus → Village Initiatives 137 | manifest 75 board 3438 membership 10442 | Groningen → Ten Boer 140 |
| dorpsinitiatieflexmond.nl | Lexmond Village Initiative | The website contains newsletters, news articles, and minutes of the board meetings of the Village Initiative. The platform provides information about ongoing projects, such as the ‘Living in Lexmond’ survey, which is being organized to investigate the housing needs of the residents and discuss them with the municipality. The website also provides contact information and links to the initiative’s social media channels. | Village Focus → Village Initiatives 137 | windmill 249 survey 370 housing 4378 newsletter 6504 municipality 6837 | Utrecht → Vijfheerenlanden 1977 |
| geefaanelkaar.nl | Stichting Geef Aan Elkaar | The foundation is the community arm of Go Ahead Eagles, a local club with a focus on movement and social cohesion. Stichting Geef Aan Elkaar works with various organizations, including KonnecteD, Circulus, Zorgbord, Saxion, and IU Groep, to combine their expertise and network. The foundation offers projects such as ‘Rugdekking’ (Back Cover), a work-study program for young people, focused on movement, development, and social involvement. | Initiatives & Projects → Local Initiatives 1001 | partner 4272 collaboration 16036 | Overijssel → Deventer 4751 |