Solar Energy Marketplaces

Example

Yeloha

URL = http://www.yeloha.com/

"Yeloha is ... a network that allows for the sharing of solar energy between “sun hosts” and “sun partners.” For the 80% of Americans who would like to install solar panels on their roofs can’t afford to, Yeloha provides them with access to purchase solar energy generated by their neighbors." (http://www.web-strategist.com/blog/2015/04/23/how-the-collaborative-economy-is-impacting-the-energy-sector/)

Vandebron

URL = https://vandebron.nl/

"Vandebron arranges for consumers to buy electricity from independent producers. Based in the Netherlands, Vandebron, currently has 12 producers providing enough energy for 20,000 households. Customers receive their sustainable energy through the national grid, but from sources (typically farmers) and methodologies (wind, solar) selected by each individual customer. The company’s revenue stream is from subscriptions, which keeps them at arm’s length from promoting consumption." (http://www.web-strategist.com/blog/2015/04/23/how-the-collaborative-economy-is-impacting-the-energy-sector/)