How do Ignite Renewables create dialogue with residents?

Next to the wind electric parks opens up new opportunities for locals – new ways to improve the quality of life, to build a better environment and strengthen relationships. Ignitis Renewables, an international green energy company, is actively seeking to create a bright neighborhood with the locals with wind farms built by settlements, providing them with financial support and contributing to social welfare.

“The communities near our wind power parks are our longtime partners and the support provided to them is more than financial support. When a wind farm is nearby, it can become not only an electricity source, but also the opportunity for communities to implement their ideas: renovating roads and lighting Community life – today is not only electricity, but also better living conditions for the locals, ”said Emilija Musteikytė, Head of Community Team Community team.

What do communities that live near the wind parks get?

In many Lithuanian cities and towns, wind parks have become a symbol of not only electricity production but also positive changes. So far, more than 900,000 people have already been distributed to local communities. a support for important projects. These funds were used by the communities for public infrastructure, culture and education. 2024. The amount of funds allocated was twice as high as in previous years, which reflects not only the growing volume of cooperation but also the expanding wind electric sector.

Supported projects are diverse and respond to different community needs. For example, an outdoor class-kupolas was funded at Vydmantai Gymnasium in Kretinga district, and in Butkiškės village in Kelmė district, a community gathering space is renovated, where residents can not only spend time together, but also participate in educational activities. The support of the Ignite Renewables for communities is not just about improving infrastructure or creating space – it also contributes to the preservation of cultural heritage. Financial support will allow you to implement a unique project to publish a book on the history of Pikeliai town. For many years, the accumulated material will be arranged and published, ensuring that important knowledge of the town’s past remains for future generations.

« The locals see tangible changes – new sidewalks, refurbished lighting or community events, they know that this is due to the neighborhood of the wind electric fleet, » Musteikytė shared.

Panorama: Ignite Renewables Wind Power Park. Photo by partner

Long -term partnership: More than financial assistance

The company seeks long -term cooperation with local communities by investing in social inclusion projects. Extremely significant projects are the installation of community gatherings and improvement of infrastructure. They are also adaptation to people with mobility disabilities. The Pikeliai community in Mazeikiai district used part of the support to community homes to adapt visitors with mobility disabilities. Community centers become more open and convenient for the entire population – more comfortable spaces, improving infrastructure and ensuring physical access. The support of the Rotuliai community in the Jurbarkas district also allocated to the heating system to install the community homes so that the locals can carry out their activities throughout the year. This is especially important during the winter season, when warm and cozy rooms allow you to organize events, children and seniors.

In addition to improving the infrastructure, the focus on communities, but also the strengthening of social relations, cultural and national consciousness. Ignite Renewables supports educational programs, promotes local youth initiatives and contributes to cultural events. Kretinga District Municipality M. Valancius Public Library Vydmantai Branch supports cultural, educational and sporting activities where members of the community can develop their skills. The Lauksargiai community in Tauragė district invested the support received in the purchase of national costumes – nurturing the culture and delighting members of the community.

Annual Support – Positive Long -term Changes

Every year, communities can apply for support, so changes do not end with one project. Constant support allows the locals and their communities to decide themselves where and how to invest the funds they received.

« Local people know best what matters most to their community. Therefore, we encourage them to provide project ideas that would bring long -term benefits. It can be both school modernization, new leisure centers, and community events that unites people, » said E. Musteikytė, Head of Community Community team.

Such an approach to the development of communities becomes an example for the whole of Lithuania. When the energy of the renewable resources is for social responsibility, everyone wins, both the locals and the whole country moving towards a more sustainable and stronger future. Each project becomes a solid foundation on which not only infrastructure, but also people’s confidence, responsibility and community. Communities where people have the opportunity to participate and make decisions become not only more independent but also sustainable, which is the cornerstone to make the country stronger.