Community Energy Survey

YES, Energy Solutions is carrying out a short two-minute survey to better understand the challenges, opportunities and support needs of community groups, including how energy is used, managed and could be improved locally.

YES, Energy Solutions is a multi-award-winning Community Interest Company that works with communities to create lasting social and economic value through practical energy solutions.

At YES, we invest back into the communities that we serve, and over the last 2 years we have contributed £2.4 Million of our profits back into local communities, helping to deliver long-term benefits and build resilience for the future.

Community energy survey

Complete the survey by 1 August 2026 for a chance to win a £100 Love2Shop voucher.

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