What does Opgewekt Houten do?

Community energy cooperative in Houten, Netherlands, developing and managing solar installations on large rooftops. Members invest in local renewable projects and receive stable returns while supporting the energy transition.

Where is Opgewekt Houten located?

Opgewekt Houten is headquartered in Houten, Netherlands.

What energy sectors does Opgewekt Houten operate in?

Opgewekt Houten operates in Solar.

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Opgewekt Houten

Coöperatie Opgewekt Houten U.A.

Houten, Netherlands

SolarCo-op

0.687 MW installed217 tonnes CO₂ avoided/yr

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Opgewekt Houten is a co-op headquartered in Houten, Netherlands specializing in Solar.

Opgewekt Houten is a member-owned cooperative focused on local renewable energy generation in the municipality of Houten and surrounding areas. The cooperative develops and manages solar panel installations on public and private buildings, selling participations and bonds to local residents. With over 250 members, it operates eight solar installations totaling approximately 2,000 panels generating 555,000 kWh annually—enough for 160 households and avoiding 217 tonnes of CO2 emissions per year. The cooperative adheres to democratic governance, ensuring at least 50% of profits benefit local residents. Projects utilize government subsidies (SDE and SCE regulations) to guarantee stable investment returns of approximately 4% annually.

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Headquarters

Houten, Netherlands

Company Type

Co-op