About
Founded in 2008, Erkelenzer Sonnenschein eG is a co-op headquartered in Erkelenz, Germany with approximately 1-10 employees specializing in Solar.
Erkelenzer Sonnenschein eG is a citizen-led solar energy cooperative established in 2008 as a joint initiative of the City of Erkelenz, wpd windmanager GmbH & Co. KG, and Volksbank Mönchengladbach eG. The cooperative operates multiple photovoltaic installations across municipal buildings including schools, public baths, and administrative facilities, as well as two ground-mounted solar farms. The cooperative is open to local citizens and businesses with ties to Erkelenz. Annual electricity generation reaches approximately 1.4 million kWh, providing renewable energy to around 470 households. Membership is democratically organized with equal voting rights for all members.
Headquarters
Erkelenz, Germany
Founded
2008
Employees
1-10
Company Type
Co-op
Business Models
Value Chain
Service Regions
Erkelenz
Industry Memberships
Genossenschaftsverband - Verband der Regionen e.V.