Achterhoeksewindenergie

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Founded in 2020, Achterhoeksewindenergie is a co-op headquartered in Berkelland, Netherlands with approximately 1-10 employees specializing in Wind.

Burgerwindcoöperatie Achterhoekse Wind Energie (BAWE) is a non-profit cooperative established in July 2020 to promote and develop wind energy projects in Berkelland and the broader Achterhoek region. The cooperative was formed following a 2019 information meeting organized by BerkellandEnergie. It operates on principles of local ownership, citizen participation, and equitable profit distribution. BAWE's primary project is Windpark Avinkstuw, currently in the planning and consultation phase. The cooperative prioritizes careful site integration, community involvement, fair compensation for landowners and residents, and contributions to the energy transition. Members can become partial owners of wind turbines through financial investment and have voting rights in cooperative decisions. The organization has over 50 members and is governed by a three-person board from Berkelland municipality.

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