What does HesbEnergie do?

Citizen-owned renewable energy cooperative in Wallonia, Belgium, developing and financing local wind, biomass, solar, and hydro projects. Members democratically govern sustainable energy initiatives and receive dividends from green energy production.

Where is HesbEnergie located?

HesbEnergie is headquartered in Hesbaye, Belgium.

What energy sectors does HesbEnergie operate in?

HesbEnergie operates in Wind, Biomass, Solar, Hydro.

When was HesbEnergie founded?

HesbEnergie was founded in 2013.

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HesbEnergie

HesbEnergie SCES

Hesbaye, Belgium

WindBiomassSolarHydroCo-op

Founded 2013

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Founded in 2013, HesbEnergie is a co-op headquartered in Hesbaye, Belgium specializing in Wind, Biomass, Solar.

HesbEnergie is a SCES-approved citizen cooperative focused on renewable energy development in Hesbaye, Belgium. Founded in 2013, it develops, finances, and operates local renewable energy projects including wind farms, biomass heating systems, solar installations, and hydroelectric facilities. The cooperative operates on democratic principles with one member equals one vote, reinvests profits into new projects, and distributes dividends capped at 6% of share value. Members finance projects through share purchases (€125 per share, minimum 1, maximum 200 per person). The cooperative partners with COCITER to supply green electricity to members and collaborates with developers like Engie on wind projects. Key projects include the Juprelle-Bassenge wind turbine (operational since July 2021), a 350 kW biomass heating system at Vivaqua's Profondeville facility (operational October 2025, reducing CO2 emissions by over 90%), and planned wind parks in Wanze and Héron communes with 24 MW total capacity.

citizen energycooperativerenewable energycommunity ownershipenergy transitionBelgiumWallonia

Headquarters

Hesbaye, Belgium

Founded

2013

Company Type

Co-op