Energy Cities

The EU is proposing 27 national funding plans to simplify how money is allocated. Sounds efficient, right? Here is the catch though : local governments, who actually make things happen in cities, could lose direct access to funding. That means more bureaucracy, slower action, and less room for cities to lead on climate, innovation, and local development. The big decisions could end up in the hands of a few national institutions, instead of those working closest to communities. Mayors and local leaders are ready to invest in a sustainable future, but they need a seat at the table to do it. If funding is centralized, how do we make sure cities and regions still have the power to drive change? This conversation is just starting. Keep it going here : https://lnkd.in/eTpjq4S9

What do you need to learn? What challenges are you facing in your city's transition? We are looking to strengthen municipalities' readiness for a sustainable future.This survey is designed to identify the most pressing learning needs, pain points, and skill gaps that local authorities encounter. Your input will guide real solutions by developing high-impact training to answer those exact needs. The survey takes about 15 minutes, and we truly appreciate your time in completing it before the 28th February. Share your experience here : https://lnkd.in/gspSDmt6 #SPARKLE

#CommunityEnergy can be a powerful way to build support for your municipality's sustainability goals while enabling residents to play a role and benefit from the energy transition. Want to learn more about how to facilitate the development of energy communities in your city? We got you covered! Thanks to our Espresso course - soon available in 7 languages - municipalities can learn the basics and get started. Do you know someone who could benefit from such training? Tag them in the comments! https://lnkd.in/eFXECsJt REScoop.eu European Climate Foundation

About the leaked EU communication on the Affordable Energy Action Plan: ☠️ There is too much focus on fossil fuels such as gas and on nuclear energy. We believe that such plan should focus more on renewables, to ensure everyone can get access to locally sourced renewable energy. 🏡 Households & SMEs are essentially forgotten in the draft, that puts much stronger focus on industrial customers. 💶 We need more recognition of the role local governments and communities can play in making energy more affordable for consumers. Municipalities are asked to speed up permitting, identify acceleration areas, develop H&C plan but in the leaked draft of the plan there is no reference to providing them with the corresponding means and knowledge. 👏 We agree NECPs should evolve in strategic investment plans. We hope that in the revised governance regulation there will be more recognition of the role and possible contributions that local goverments could provide to decision making around the national energy policy framework. REScoop.eu Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe

Cities are getting hotter, and cooling demand is rising. But how can we keep urban areas livable without increasing energy use? Join us online on March 3rd as Victoria Liénard, Policy Advisor at Euroheat & Power, explores innovative solutions such as district cooling. This will be also the opportunity to showcase best practices from the Covenant of Mayors - Europe highlighting how cities are tackling this challenge. Plan ahead and master sustainable cooling solutions ! More info here : https://lnkd.in/eutWCCWC

Multi-level governance played a crucial role in drafting the National Climate and Energy Plans [NECP] - and it will be even more essential in the years ahead to ensure their effective implementation. Since 2022, we have organized 30+ multi-level energy and climate dialogues across six EU Member States, fostering more collaboration and driving impactful change. Would you like to set up a Climate and Energy Dialogue platform in your country? This event on March 18 will get you on the right track. Learn more and register here : https://lnkd.in/eajHc2ip #NECPlatform European Committee of the Regions Coordinamento Agende 21 Locali Italiane, Center for Energy Efficiency EnEffect , ZERO - Associação Sistema Terrestre Sustentável North West Croatia Regional Energy and Climate Agency (REGEA)

Turn your municipality into a #CommunityEnergy Leader. Cities are key to the #EnergyTransition. With the right tools and collaboration, they can set high standards, drive change, and contribute to the global clean energy shift. A first-of-its-kind accreditation programme is now available to help municipalities track their progress, gain expertise, and build partnerships to speed up local renewable energy deployment. Looking to accelerate your goals and gain recognition? Join the movement today. Learn how to get accredited here: https://lnkd.in/dPgn4DEZ REScoop.eu #LIFELOOP

Is your city confronted with the issue of abandonment and neglect of their historic urban areas? Whether you're an urban planner, cultural manager, entrepreneur or community leader, the HUB-IN Academy is your gateway to transforming historic urban spaces into vibrant innovation hubs! Learn more and enroll here: https://lnkd.in/dPsZ2z2w #EUHUBIN Heritage Europe (EAHTR)

How can cities access the resources required for the energy transition and achieving climate neutrality? Join us in Brussels on March 11th for the event "Rethinking Funding at the Local Level: Moving Beyond Subsidies to Fast-Track the Energy Transition". Hear how policies, support initiatives, and funding mechanisms can be better aligned with cities' needs to accelerate their progress toward climate neutrality. Discover the value of peer learning in strengthening cities' and regions' capacities to achieve their goals! Check out the full programme and register here https://lnkd.in/e3U9D5f5 Capacity building for cities and regions | PROSPECT+

In 2024 Energy Cities provided knowledge for municipalities, to discover where and how they could make a difference. Check out our Impact Report to see the learning opportunities we offered, developed with cities, for cities! https://lnkd.in/eJehUyfb