Welcome to the Open Source Energy Access (OSEA) Community
Managed by EnAccess, the Open Source Energy Access (OSEA) Community is a welcoming space for people who care about Open Source innovation and sustainable energy access.
This is a collaborative space where you can share ideas, ask questions, connect with project leads and technical experts, and participate in active discussions about Open Source solutions for the energy sector.
Our members include engineers, project founders, researchers, field practitioners, and newcomers exploring Open Source for the first time. Everyone is encouraged to engage positively, share resources, and help shape impactful projects.
How can this community help you?
It’s friendly and inclusive- new members are guided through onboarding and introduced to our channels.
Conversations range from technical deep-dives and project pitches to general advice and brainstorming.
There are clear server guidelines that help maintain a professional and supportive environment, and moderators are available to ensure interactions are respectful.
There are and arise many opportunities to pitch project ideas, access support, and get feedback from experienced practitioners.
How to join OSEA Community Discord channels
Joining is simple, free and we welcome everyone interested in Open Source energy access.
1. Get the invite link
Click the official invitation link.
2. Create or log into a Discord account
If new to Discord, visit https://discord.com/ to sign up. You can use Discord on desktop or mobile devices.
For IOS 
For Android 
3. Join the server
Paste the invite link in the "Join a Server" dialog if prompted, or click the link directly. Accept the invitation to access EnAccess channels.
4. Review community guidelines
On entry or on the #welcome channel, you’ll see our clear rules and guidelines for respectful and constructive engagement. Please read and accept them before joining discussions.
5. Start engaging
Introduce yourself in the #welcome channel. Use our server guide to discover project channels, pitch ideas, ask questions, or participate in ongoing conversations and events.
Tips for new members
Use the welcome and resource channels to find introductory materials, FAQs, and event announcements.
Our server guide and onboarding prompts make it easy to choose your interests and access relevant project discussions.
Moderators are available to help. Feel free to ask questions if you need assistance navigating the server.
Want to read through the project's detailed documentation without joining a group chat?
For those who prefer not to join group chat communities, follow us on GitHub where all core projects, pilot tools, and Open Source solutions are openly managed. On GitHub, visitors can browse repositories to see the latest project activities and updates at their convenience. Follow public discussions, including issues and pull requests that track feature ideas, bug fixes, and community input.