What does Haarse Zon do?

Community energy cooperative in Haarzuilens, Netherlands, developing solar installations to achieve energy neutrality. Members buy certificates to participate in local solar projects and receive green electricity through SamenOm.

Where is Haarse Zon located?

Haarse Zon is headquartered in Haarzuilens, Netherlands.

When was Haarse Zon founded?

Haarse Zon was founded in 2017.

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Haarse Zon

Haarzuilens, Utrecht, Netherlands

SolarCo-op

Founded 2017

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Founded in 2017, Haarse Zon is a co-op headquartered in Haarzuilens, Netherlands specializing in Solar.

Haarse Zon is a cooperative energy initiative based in Haarzuilens, a village in the green heart near Utrecht. The cooperative aims to transform Haarzuilens into an energy-neutral castle village through distributed solar energy generation. Residents face barriers to rooftop installations due to protected village heritage status, so Haarse Zon develops centralized solar panel installations in nearby areas outside protected zones. Members purchase certificates (220 euros each, estimated to generate 212 kWh annually) to participate in projects. Phase 1 and Phase 2 involved 820 solar panels with 1,000 certificates issued. Members receive green electricity supply through partner SamenOm. The cooperative engages with local authorities including Utrecht municipality, Natuurmonumenten, and the Windunie on larger solar field developments.

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Headquarters

Haarzuilens, Netherlands

Founded

2017

Company Type

Co-op