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Demo Energia: Empowering Communities Through Renewable Energy and Social Innovation

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04 April 2025

Demo Energia: Empowering Communities Through Renewable Energy and Social Innovation

Transformative Digital Transition

Working conditions and governance

Construction

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Demo Energia is a social cooperative specialising in the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical, photovoltaic, thermal, and electromechanical systems. Founded by experts with over 20 years of experience, it integrates renewable energy solutions with social inclusion by providing employment opportunities for disadvantaged individuals. The cooperative promotes community development, democratic participation, and environmental sustainability, focusing on small-scale, flexible solutions. Demo Energia also supports the adoption of photovoltaic technology, highlighting its affordability, efficiency, and role in reducing emissions while fostering energy independence. 

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Editorial Team: Diesis

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Geographical descriptors

Italy

Organisation Type

SMEs (a company with less than 250 employees)

  • Thematic area

    • Transformative Digital Transition

    • Working conditions and governance

  • Interlinkages with other sectors

    • Construction

    • Energy-renewables

  • Action areas and keywords

    • Digital social innovation

    • Greening infrastructures and business operations

    • ICP rights & workers involvement

    • Innovation as enabler for green transition and business development in the social economy

    • Reinforcing Business to Business collaboration for greener and circular value chains

    • Tech for Good

  • Ecosystem focus

    • Social economy

  • Scope of activity

    • Local/neighbourhood

    • National

    • Regional

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Demo Energia is a social cooperative dedicated to energy solutions and social inclusion. With extensive expertise in electrical, photovoltaic, thermal, and electromechanical systems, it combines high technical standards with a strong commitment to community welfare. The cooperative was established by professionals with over two decades of experience in the sector, ensuring quality service and an integrated approach to both traditional and renewable energy systems.

At the heart of Demo Energia’s mission is the employment and empowerment of disadvantaged individuals through personalised work inclusion projects. By fostering social entrepreneurship, it actively contributes to the local socio-economic development, encouraging self-organisation and sustainability within communities. The cooperative values small-scale operations, allowing for adaptability, close engagement with its social base, and a strong network of local collaborations.

One of Demo Energia’s key areas of expertise is photovoltaic technology, which harnesses solar energy to produce electricity efficiently and sustainably. The cooperative advocates for the adoption of solar energy as a means to reduce emissions, promote decentralised power generation, and increase energy self-sufficiency. The benefits of photovoltaic systems include low installation costs, minimal maintenance, and a rapid return on investment, making them accessible to households and businesses alike.

By merging technological innovation with social impact, Demo Energia exemplifies a forward-thinking approach to sustainable development. Through its work, it enhances energy efficiency, supports green transitions, and strengthens community resilience, proving that economic and environmental sustainability can go hand in hand. 

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