This week on Energ’Ethic, we bring back a conversation worth hearing again. Stan d’Herbemont of REScoop.eu explains why citizen energy projects still face a “risk premium” simply because they are democratic. Ownership and participation are often misread by traditional finance as weakness instead of strength.
As the ACCE project reaches its closing event on 7 October 2025, this replay offers the context behind our recent episodes with Chris Vrettos and Junior. Chris showed how ACCE has channelled millions into citizen-led projects. Junior reminded us that energy is also about hope and belonging. Stan sets the stage by showing why those tools were needed in the first place.
What you’ll hear:
Why democratic projects are still labelled “risky.”
How public finance and guarantees can change the flow.
Why communities deliver more than kilowatts: jobs, trust, inclusion.
🎧 Cash Current is back to remind us that citizen energy is worth the investment.
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