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@ethexuk.bsky.social
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The UK's direct impact investing platform, helping more people use their money to invest to support extraordinary projects creating positive social and environmental change.

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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
More incredible news. We're delighted that the Fair for You CIC bond offer has hit its maximum target raise of £1 million and closed 4 days early! Thank you to all the investors funding Fair for You's continued expansion into Scotland. #FinancialInclusion #AffordableFinance #CDFIs
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Congratulations to Kent Community Energy on their successful share offer, which has just closed on Ethex, having raised more than £580,000, smashing their target of £400,000! #CommunityEnergy #Solarenergy #ImpactInvesting
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Thrive Renewables @thriverenewables.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
@commenergyengland.bsky.social conference and awards were an important reminder of how much we can achieve when we work together in communities. Thank you to everyone who took part in our shared ownership discussion and massive congrats to all the awards winners, including @ethexuk.bsky.social 👏
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janetenergy.bsky.social @janetenergy.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
At @se24.bsky.social we have a great track record installing solar PV and LED lighting at schools and our investors get a return. We are working on our next share offer - more information here se24.co.uk/2025/11/12/s...
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SE24 prepares for its next share offer
SE24 is growing quickly. Hot on the heels of completing our 2024 projects with London and South East Academy Trust we have opportunity to undertake another five solar PV installations with them…
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Read our article to learn what we think the enduring appeal of Solar for Schools is. www.ethex.org.uk/news/the-end...
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Today, we have launched a new IFISA bond offer from Solar for Schools CBS. Invest from £50 and target returns of 5% - find out more www.ethex.org.uk/invest/solar... #SolarEnergy #RenewableEnergy #CommunityEnergy
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Fair for You CIC @fairforyou.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
🎯 What's better than hitting a target? 🗓️ Doing so several weeks before deadline. We're delighted that our bond offer on Ethex has now exceeded its £500,000 target by 27%, with almost two months left to run. The bond will remain open, meaning that more investors can take advantage of this... (1/2)
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Younity @younityuk.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Exciting news! 🤩🏆 We’ve been shortlisted for the Collaboration in Community Energy Award at this year’s @commenergyengland.bsky.social Awards! This recognition celebrates our partnership with @ethexuk.bsky.social and the @bigsolarcoop.bsky.social on the Whiteborough Solar Park project ☀️
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
We’re excited that Ethex has been shortlisted for two awards at this year’s Community Energy England Awards! We’re proud to be recognised alongside so many great organisations driving community-led clean energy solutions across the UK.
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Ethex is proud to be sponsoring the Democratic Business Summit this Tuesday, and we look forward to meeting organisations that are building a fairer, more community-focused economy. Looking forward to the conversations, the connections and the shared ambition for a fairer, greener future.
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Natalie Bennett @nataliegreenpeer.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
When decisions are made locally, we get energy that’s democratic, resilient, and rooted in community. It’s time to trust local people to lead the energy transition. #PlanningandInfastructureBill #CommunityEnergy | @commenergyengland.bsky.social
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
More great news from Ethex this week! The Kent Community Energy share offer has passed its target raise of £400,000 and is continuing to raise towards the maximum of £750,000. . Find out more and invest: www.ethex.org.uk/invest/kent-... #CommunityEnergy #RenewableEnergy #Solar
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Sharing this piece from Good With Money on fair and affordable finance, highlighting the Fair for You bond offer that's currently live on Ethex, enabling people to invest to help more low-income families avoid unfair, high-interest lenders. Read it here: good-with-money.com/2025/10/09/f...
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Fairer finance: investing in change where it’s needed most
Affordable lending initiatives are giving families and communities an alternative to costly credit - and investors a way to support them.
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Sara Fox @saraf0x.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
Today, I visited Kent Community Energy solar farm in Sittingbourne to learn about @ethexuk.bsky.social, solar farms in #Kent and ways people in Kent can ethically invest whilst benefiting local communities 🫶🏽💚
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Good to see this piece published by MoneyMagpie about the Fair for You CIC bond offer that's enabling UK investors to support fair and affordable credit options for low-income families that are struggling with the cost-of-living crisis. www.moneymagpie.com/investment-a...
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Investing for tax-free returns while helping low-income families in the UK - MoneyMagpie
When you think of investing, you probably picture stock markets, property portfolios, or maybe even the latest crypto trend. But there’s another way to put your money to work. One that not only aims t...
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
We're celebrating the great news that the @bigsolarcoop.bsky.social bond offer has closed, fully funded. If you want to use your money to support community solar, check out the Kent Community Energy share offer www.ethex.org.uk/invest/kent-... #CommunityEnergy #SolarPower #RenewableEnergy
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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
How do we fix this mess?
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
The Big Solar Co-op bond offer is getting close to its maximum raise of £1.8 million. Last week, we chatted with them to learn what the funding will achieve and the progress of the Whiteborough Solar Park construction. Watch a few clips here: youtu.be/-nS35YZ1fxM?...
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Clips from our update chat with Big Solar Co-op
YouTube video by Ethex
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Fair for You CIC @fairforyou.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
🦋 Often known as the 'butterfly effect', small things can lead to big changes. Our loans of £25-£350 can make a huge difference to peoples' lives... ...and now you can invest in us from just £50 through our new bond on @ethexuk.bsky.social - helping us to support even more customers.
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
Join us for an Ethex Cuppa Club chat and Q&A with @fairforyou.bsky.social, the award-winning social enterprise transforming lending for good. learn more about their latest 8% IFISA-eligible bond offer on Ethex. Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #AffordableFinance #FinancialInclusion
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
Announcing the latest @fairforyou.bsky.social 8% investment bond offer, launching today! Now you can be part of the next chapter in their amazing impact story. Find out more and invest here: www.ethex.org.uk/invest/fair-... #FinancailInclusion #AffordableFinance #FairLending
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
Big thanks this week to Good With Money for their review of Ethex, showcasing our platform We’re pleased to be spotlighted and appreciate the kind recognition. Read the full review: good-with-money.com/2025/09/01/w... #ImpactInvesting #Investing #EthicalMoney
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
We are looking forward to our chat next Thursday lunchtime with Michael Bax from Kent Community Energy, where we will be discussing their latest share offer. You can put your questions to Michael during the webinar. Register your place here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
More than 400 people have already backed the @bigsolarcoop.bsky.social bond offer, funding the construction of what could possibly be the UK's most sustainable solar farm. What's it all about? Join us to find out more: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #CommunityEnergy #RenewableEnergy
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
We want to share why we think the Kent Community Energy share offer is an exciting investment opportunity for individuals who want to align their investments with their values. (thread) Visit their profile here: www.ethex.org.uk/invest/kent-... #CommunityEnergy #CommunityShares #SolarEnergy
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 18/08/2025
It's fantastic to see the investor support continue for the @bigsolarcoop.bsky.social bond offer, they've now raised over £1.3 million to construct the UK's first recycled solar park on the site of a former coal mine! #Communityenergy #investincommunityenergy
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
Join us for an online chat with Kent Community Energy. This 45-minute live chat, part of the Ethex Cuppa Club series, will allow potential investors to hear directly about their latest £400,000 community share offer. Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #CommunityEnergy
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
More great news from the Ethex platform this week. 😊 The latest @saladmoney.bsky.social bond offer has closed, having reached its target £1 million raise, making it their most successful bond offer to date. . #FairFinance #AffordableFinance #FinancialInclusion
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The Big Solar Co-op @bigsolarcoop.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
Holy moly...we hit £1M over the weekend! This is fantastic news and means we can get more done sooner onsite at Whiteborough as well as not needing to take on some of the loan finance we had in place🌞
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
We're feeling the love for community energy investment! Delighted to see @bigsolarcoop.bsky.social bond offer smash its target of £800,000 to fund the construction of Whiteborough Solar Park. They are keeping the bond open to reach their maximum of £1.8 million. www.ethex.org.uk/invest/big-s...
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MyFairMoney @myfairmoney.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
Greenwashing is when something looks eco-friendly at first glance, but the reality tells a different story. Don’t let fancy words fool you—knowing what greenwashing is helps you make smarter, truly sustainable choices!
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
Looking for a solar investment that puts sustainability first? The Whiteborough Solar Park from @bigsolarcoop.bsky.social is setting a new standard. Read how this project is raising the bar for ethical solar in our latest blog: www.ethex.org.uk/news/giving-...
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Community Energy England @communityenergyengland.org · 11/07/2025
Over the next few days, we’ll be sharing key insights from our State of the Sector investment data 📊⚡ See how all forms of investment help power the success of community energy projects across the UK! 🌱 #InvestInCommunityEnergy #CEF2025 @ethexuk.bsky.social @thriverenewables.bsky.social
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Low Carbon Hub @lowcarbonhub.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
@ethexuk.bsky.social CEO, Lisa Ashford MBE has shared her vision for funding solutions needed for community energy 👉 tinyurl.com/432yfatk ✍ This piece highlights the real potential of community-led action in tackling the climate crisis and why access to the right funding mechanisms is key.
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
A chance to meet the changemakers! Join us for a live online chat with Energise South Downs on Tuesday. Register now and bring your questions to the live Q&A: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #CommunityEnergy
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
Today, we’re thrilled to launch the Energise South Downs share offer, giving you the chance to invest in a cleaner, greener and fairer energy future. All while targeting a 5.5% return. Visit their profile to learn more: www.ethex.org.uk/invest/energ... #CommunityEnergy #ImpactInvesting
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The Big Solar Co-op @bigsolarcoop.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
Don't forget to register on Zoom if you would like to be in the call today: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Big Solar Co-op - our offer to solar hosts. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
Do you own or run a community or commercial building? You could reduce carbon emissions while making a long-term saving on electricity costs. How it works… We install, own and manage the panels and t...
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
We are delighted that the @bigsolarcoop.bsky.social's first-ever bond offer is off to a flying start. It's already nearly 45% funded! Read about the bond offer and why it’s generating so much interest in this article from @thearmchairtrader.com: www.thearmchairtrader.com/features/ifi...
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IFISA bond issued to provide community solar power
The bond is a tax-efficient opportunity to support a groundbreaking 3.5 MW solar park in Whiteborough, Nottinghamshire.
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Community Energy England @communityenergyengland.org · 02/07/2025
Community energy could power millions of homes, cut CO₂ & boost local economies—but projects are being held back by lack of funding. In this blog, @ethexuk.bsky.social CEO Lisa Ashford explains what’s needed to unlock this potential. 🔗 Read more: bit.ly/EthexBlogCEF... #InvestInCommunityEnergy
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
A reminder: you can still register to join our Cuppa Club webinar tomorrow at noon to learn more about @bigsolarcoop.bsky.social's first-ever bond offer that's currently live on Ethex. Register to hear more about it here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
We've just launched @bigsolarcoop.bsky.social first bond offer! We'll be chatting to their CEO, Jon Hallé, on Thursday, 3rd July, at 12:00, and you are invited to join the conversation. Find out more and register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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The Big Solar Co-op @bigsolarcoop.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
Now live! Our first ever bond offer for our first ever groundmounted solar development. More details about the project are up on our website and head to Ethex if you would like to invest: bigsolar.coop/whiteborough...
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Whiteborough Solar Park
We’ve been working on our Whiteborough solar park project for over 3 years now. We want to show that ground-mounted solar makes a lot of sense, if it is done right. At Whiteborough we are bringing…
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
Now live on Ethex, a chance to invest in the UK’s first co-operatively owned, recycled solar park built on a former open-cast coal mine. Visit their profile here: www.ethex.org.uk/invest/big-s... #CommunityEnergy #ImpcatInvesting #InvestinRenewables
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
A big thank you to everyone who joined our Community Energy Workshop yesterday as part of London Climate Action Week. #CommunityEnergy #LondonClimateActionWeek #LCAW2025
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
Today sees the start of London Climate Action Week and we are very excited for our workshop that we're holding on Thursday morning as part of the LCAW schedule of events this year. #LCAW2025
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
As the latest Salad Money bond offer hits 100% of its target, the company also made interest repayments totalling over £110,000 to investors in their first bond offer! We're pleased that the bond offer will stay open until the closing date or their maximum funding target of £ 1 million is reached.
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
Ethex is proud to be partnering with @commenergyengland.bsky.social to bring this year’s Community Energy Fortnight to life! The theme for 2025 is investment because access to affordable, values-aligned finance remains one of the biggest challenges facing community energy groups.
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Community Shares Unit @comshares.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Read about Otley Common's ambitious plans to take over and transform a disused Methodist Church in the outskirts of #Leeds with backing from @cooperativesuk.bsky.social and a great write up by @ethexuk.bsky.social www.ethex.org.uk/news/a-bluep...
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Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
Join Ethex for a dynamic in-person workshop as part of London Climate Action Week! Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/power-to-t... #LCAW2025 #LondonClimateActionWeek #CommunityEnergy
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Power to the people: Engaging our communities in community energy
The clean energy tranCome join us as we explore how communities can take control of their energy future and make a positive impact together!
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Renewable Energy Magazine @renewablesnews.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
Ofgem grid connection reform opens the way for more UK community solar schemes, says Longevity Power www.renewableenergymagazine.com/pv_solar/ofg...
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Ofgem grid connection reform opens the way for more UK community solar schemes, says Longevity Power
Ofgem?s recent approval of a proposed change by the UK National Energy Service operator (NESO) to grid connection processes opens up new opportunities for community-based renewable en...
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