"Alternative energy debenture investments"

Some alternative energy projects ask for share capital, with a very uncertain yield of dividends, and no clear repayment plan. Abundence offers a steady predictable return of capital, linked to an attractive yield that starts in the first complete year of the project. They also have a secondary market that seems to operate ok. So, you can feel involved with a project, or many, if you want, but have a steady flow of cash return. Only one of 10 projects I have invested in did have failed to get the project completely built, and then Abundence returned promptly a large slice of the invested funds

"Simple clean energy investments"

Since I started investing (November 13) in alternative energy I have used Abundance which investigates a company before it's bond is offered for anybody to invest in. The minimum investment is only £5!

"Good quality platform"

My debentures are performing well and abundance offers good customer service - certainly worth a look if you are interested in p2p investing.

"great and of a good course"

I loved the experience and really appreciate the effort that the team go to. I think that inviting investor to projects was a great move and really help to open my wallet as I can se my investment

"A good way to generate profit"

Whether you want to keep up with inflation, turn a profit over a fixed term for your own benefit, or serially re-invest income to help those less fortunate, Abundance seems to me to be a good choice of investment platform. In about five years of investing through I've not been disappointed, using all investment income to re-invest, thereby to increase my portfolio. This use of my funds helps others and, because I'll not see the conclusion of most of my investments, my daughter should benefit when all energy leaves me.

Based on my experience, I thoroughly recommend at least looking into the Abundance investment platform.

Remember, though, that investment carries a risk of losing some or all of your funds.

"Started well but now overtaken by competitors?"

Abundance Generation? Yes, it all started out promisingly enough, and I am fairly sure that my investments to date are secure, but where did all of those exciting projects that were once in the pipeline go? A number of them seem to be appearing on competitors' websites! There were once numerous wind projects to come and a weir based project. Now, one wind project seems to be in the offing, leaving investors with three somewhat stale solar projects. I hope that the company will be more proactive in the near future, in its quest for tidal, biomass and geothermal opportunities and not just rest on its laurels by offering SIPP and ISA. There must be funding opportunities in battery storage and building insulation, and in persuading small to medium sized companies, and farmers, to install solar panels on their rooves. The time has come to speed up, otherwise the competition will get too far ahead.

"Too long term, little payback on certain investments, little feedback or control"

Nice idea and many of the projects wouldn't be here if it weren't for our (collective) investments. The returns are made clear beforehand and you should know roughly what you'll be getting back and when.

However, Abundance rely on the various companies who run the renewable projects and sadly, some (a minority granted) of the investments don't run as smoothly as they should with problems springing up as to why investment returns aren't as high as expected. This can sour the whole 'experience'. One of the negatives of Abundance is that it's not too easy to sell underperforming investments as you rely on buyers wanting to buy.

Do I recommend Abundance? It's a nice idea and many of the projects help poorer people install solar panels etc and give you a small return., with others run more as a business. I'd say Abundance is higher than average risk and whilst they as a company seem honourable, you rely on the renewable energy providers you invest in being just as honourable.

Helps appease your green conscience, but just be careful.

"Great Platform"

So far I've had an excellent experience investing via Abundance. No defaults, all payments done on time, a very easy to use online platform. Nothing to complain about!

"Excellent all round !"

Great concept, professional service and great website. If you want a good home for your money that does good for the world, this is it

"Good interest rates, good cause"

I was waiting for something exactly like abundance, which would allow me to invest my own money in renewable energy. They offer a variety of different projects, which allows me to diversify my portfolio with them, but all offer a very good rate of return. In all my dealings with abundance, their customer service has been excellent. I have recommended the site to friends and family and my mother and a couple of friends now also have their own accounts. I realise this is starting to sound like I've been bunged some money to write this (!), but I really haven't been able to fault them so far. Looking forward to more projects in the future.