Discover what integrated planning really means

Integrated planning connects sectors, governance levels and municipalities to tackle shared energy and climate challenges. A new free online course introduces these three dimensions and how to apply…

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Voices from the Grid: Stories Powering Policy Change A Whitebook by the ECOEMPOWER Project

The ECOEMPOWER Whitebook documents three years of work supporting Renewable Energy Communities across five European countries. It combines policy recommendations with interviews from volunteers,…

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Apply now: CEAH's second technical assistance call is open

CEAH's second call for technical assistance is now open, running until 2 October, offering hands-on support to citizen energy initiatives across the EU. Around 120 projects will benefit from free…

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The 4th Citizen Energy Breakfast webinar

Join the 4th Citizen Energy Breakfast webinar on 17 September, featuring ENERKOM Podlipansko, a region-wide energy initiative operating across 57 municipalities in Central Bohemia (CZ), combining…

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Solution Booklet Smart Solutions for CO2 Reduction City Practitioner's Guide

The Smart Cities Marketplace has published a new guide on smart CO2 reduction solutions, offering city practitioners practical advice, real examples and curated resources across governance, finance,…

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Final Conference & Energy Transition in Rural Areas Community Group Meeting

ENTRACK's Final Conference and 4th EU Community of Practice meeting comes to Brussels on 30 September, reflecting on the project's achievements and shaping the future of inclusive, community-driven…

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Open Calls for the European Energy Efficiency conference 2027

OÖ Energiesparverband is calling for papers and speakers for European Energy Efficiency Conference 2027, covering energy efficiency, renewables, e-mobility and climate neutrality. Submit your work or…

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Taking a Step Back to Shape the Future: Expert Mission 28 to Reutlingen Climate Agency

A ManagEnergy Expert Mission to Reutlingen brought new perspectives to the KlimaschutzAgentur's service portfolio, helping the team build on its strengths and identify opportunities for future…

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New Trainers programme is out: Financing Home Renovation

Financing remains a major barrier to home renovation. EU Peers has launched a new Train the Trainer programme with five short modules, no financial background needed, to help advisors and One-Stop…

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Best Practice Report: Papillon project

Since 2018, Papillon has helped families in energy poverty across Flanders rent efficient appliances instead of buying them. A new Citizen Energy Advisory Hub report looks at how SAAMO and BOSCH made…

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Get ready: EUCF's 8th call opens in October

The European City Facility opens its 8th call in October 2026, offering 60 000 EUR grants to 185 cities. Now covers heating and cooling plans too, with Montenegro, Moldova and North Macedonia newly…

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Best Practice Report: Brupower project

Since 2021, Brupower has operated as an energy cooperative producing and sharing renewable electricity in Brussels. A new Citizen Energy Advisory Hub report looks at how citizens, municipalities and…

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CROSS Final Report: How Croatia Built a One Stop Shop for Public Renovation

Renovating public buildings often gets stuck in red tape and funding gaps. The CROSS project shows how a single, coordinated One Stop Shop can move things from ambition to action.

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LIFE EUCF 3.0 Opens Call for a National Hub in Finland

LIFE EUCF 3.0 is looking for a National Hub in Finland: an organisation or expert to support Finnish municipalities in accessing EU funding for sustainable energy projects. The role starts in…

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Strengthening One-Stop Shops for Residential Building Renovation

Homeowners often give up on renovation because it feels too complex. The EU Peers project has a plan to change that, and it starts with One Stop Shops.

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Public inclusion toolbox for renewable energy

Public inclusion toolbox for renewable energy

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Horizon Europe projects supporting the digitalisation and use of AI in the energy system

Following the European Commission's Strategic Roadmap for Digitalisation and AI in energy, Horizon Europe is funding a wide range of projects to modernise Europe's power system, from smarter grids to…

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Homegrown Energy Webinar Series - Setting-up and management of energy communities

Watch this session of the Homegrown Energy Webinar Series to learn how to set up and manage viable energy communities, from designing a business model to real-life examples of Renewable Energy…

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Making an ImPact: Share your Climate Story

The European Climate Pact wants to hear from you. Share your climate story by 13 September 2026 and show how communities across Europe are making a real difference.

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The Electrification Plan will make Europe the first electro-powered continent

The European Commission has unveiled a plan to double electrification by 2040, cutting fossil fuel imports and lowering costs, putting energy agencies at the heart of Europe's clean power shift.

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The New Learning Handbook on Energy Agencies by Prospect Cube

The PROSPECT CUBE project has released a Learning Handbook on Energy Agencies, offering practical guidance for local and regional authorities on how to create, strengthen and fund these key delivery…

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Call for Expression of Interest: Better Homes Partnerships

The European Commission has opened a call for expressions of interest under Better Homes Partnerships, looking for projects and solutions to speed up affordable home renovations across the EU.…

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Twinning Learning Programme - Cohort 5 (2026-2027)

Twinning learning programme Now entering its 5th cohort, the

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Learn How The Green City Accord Is Shaping Greener Cities

The Green City Accord, launched by the EU in 2020, unites European mayors committed to cleaner, healthier cities. Signatories pledge to implement EU environmental law and the Green Deal, report…

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600 energy communities apply to ENERCOM second call for proposals

The European Energy Communities Facility's second call for proposals drew 600 applications, with at least 71 energy communities set to be selected for €45,000 grants to support the development of…

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Interview with award-winning European clean energy champions

Three European Sustainable Energy Award winners were celebrated at EUSEW in Brussels: Donna Gartland for low-carbon heat in Dublin, Vienna's gas phase-out initiative, and RE-LEAF's affordable…

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Learning Handbook on One-Stop Shops for Building Renovation By Prospect Cube

One-stop shops are transforming how Europe renovates buildings, simplifying complex, fragmented processes into a single trusted point of contact. Curious how they work and how to set one up? Dive…

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ISLET Policy Recommendations for Renewable Energy Communities

The LIFE ISLET project shares policy recommendations and practical guidelines for building Renewable Energy Communities on small islands, to help public authorities and citizens turn ambition into…

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Commission presents first EU strategies for islands and coastal communities

The European Commission has adopted two dedicated strategies to support EU islands and coastal communities, addressing challenges linked to energy, connectivity, climate resilience, economic…

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