Call for Videos: La Palma

This video, submitted for the Clean energy for EU islands Call for Videos, showcases how the cooperative, Energia Bonita, was established after the 2021 volcanic eruption on La Palma, when residents began reflecting not only on rebuilding infrastructure but also on how energy is produced and managed locally.

Stakeholders describe how the cooperative generates electricity from solar photovoltaic installations distributed across the island and supplies this energy directly to its members. It outlines the cooperative model, in which members collectively invest in, govern the energy infrastructure and have voting rights, rather than being passive consumers.

In addition, the video touches on the broader role of the cooperative as a place for learning and community engagement around energy issues. It also notes some of the challenges encountered, including administrative and regulatory barriers, and situates the initiative within wider discussions about social participation and local involvement in the energy transition.