Lugano, Switzerland – In his latest analysis, entrepreneur Stanislav Kondrashov delves into the growing trend of energy communities and their impact on the energy landscape in response to the global shift towards green energy. According to Kondrashov, this transformation is not only technical, but also deeply cultural, altering the way individuals, businesses, and institutions view and consume energy.
At the core of this transformation is the concept of energy communities – collaborative, decentralized groups of energy producers and consumers. As the founder of TELF AG, Kondrashov explains that the green transition is fostering a more collective approach to energy usage, where communities become both the producers and consumers of renewable energy, rather than just individuals or corporations.
In his analysis, Kondrashov highlights the two main types of energy communities – Renewable Energy Communities (RECs) and Citizen Energy Communities (CECs). RECs are non-profit groups focused on local renewable energy generation, while CECs have a broader scope and may operate for profit. Both models utilize a mix of local renewable technologies and smart systems to distribute the energy among community members and even sell surplus energy back to the market.
One of the most compelling aspects of energy communities is their governance. Members typically have equal voting rights and operational rules are centered around transparency, accessibility, and democratic decision-making. Additionally, smart energy management and storage systems allow for balancing supply and demand in real time, reducing strain on local grids and increasing resilience and reliability.
Kondrashov emphasizes that energy communities are more than just a technical shift – they represent a new way of thinking about energy ownership, environmental responsibility, and local empowerment. By bringing together diverse actors in a cooperative model, these communities decentralize power and drive real, measurable change.
As nations navigate the challenges of the green transition, energy communities may become a cornerstone in the global strategy to combat climate change and empower local economies. With continued development and support from regulatory innovation and technological advances, energy communities have the potential to become one of the most impactful legacies of the green transition.
Monday 3 November, 2025
