Bürgerenergiegenossenschaft BENG eG

The Bürgerenergiegenossenschaft BENG eG is a prime example of a decentralized and sustainable energy economy that has been actively involved in shaping the energy transition with citizens since 2002.

BENG eG specializes in the planning, financing, and operation of over 40 citizen solar plants in Munich and the districts of Munich, Starnberg, and Ebersberg. These plants produce electricity directly on-site where it is needed, thus contributing to a consumption-oriented energy generation[1][5].

The main mission of BENG eG is to realize a decentralized energy transition. The company advocates for an energy economy based on local energy markets, where energy is predominantly produced close to consumption. The cooperative sources 100% of its electricity from regional renewable energy sources, thereby promoting climate protection, regional value creation, and the establishment of decentralized and resilient supply structures[1].

A central sustainability goal of BENG eG is the transition from conventional energy sources such as natural gas, coal, oil, and nuclear fuels to renewable energies. The company supports all forms of renewable energy, contributing to a climate-friendly and modern energy and heat supply. Through the participation of over 700 members and close collaboration with forward-looking municipalities, regional value creation is strengthened, and climate protection is advanced[1][5].

BENG eG is a cooperative characterized by self-management and self-determination. The board, consisting of Katharina Habersbrunner, Andreas Dathe, Matthias Stürmer, and Dario Parente, manages the operational business. An eight-member supervisory board, elected from among the members, supports the board and assumes the control function. The cooperative is a member of the Cooperative Association of Bavaria e.V. and operates independently of other companies[1].

Anyone can become a member of BENG eG by subscribing to shares. Members are regularly informed and involved, and they meet once a year for the general assembly. Active participation of members is not required but welcomed. The money from the subscribed shares is used for the construction and operation of renewable energy facilities in the region[1][3].

The Bürgerenergiegenossenschaft BENG eG represents a successful model for a community-oriented and sustainable energy economy that drives the transition to a renewable energy future through the shared responsibility of citizens and municipalities.

• 1 - https://www.beng-eg.de/ueber-uns/
• 2 - https://be-niederbayern.de/about-us/faq/
• 3 - https://beneg.de/beteiligung/
• 4 - https://www.beng-eg.de
• 5 - https://goodjobs.eu/company/burgerenergiegenossenschaft-beng-eg