In 2023, despite a general slowdown in crowdfunding, the renewable energy sector continued to grow, with an 11.5% increase. This citizen-driven investment model enables everyone to contribute really to clean energy production, while earning an average return of 6.6%.

There are two main models:

• Crowdlending, based on interest-bearing loans
• Crowdequity, which involves acquiring equity in companies developing energy projects.

In the latter category, Énergie Partagée stands out as the leading platform in France, allowing citizens to directly participate in governance and project outcomes.

👉 An investment from just €10, with measurable environmental impact and a level of transparency highly valued by investors.

🔎 A trend to watch closely for anyone interested in the energy transition, new forms of sustainable finance, and citizen engagement.

Read the article in Le Monde de l’Énergie