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IHRB’s article showcasing examples of community ownership of renewable energy in nine countries, is one of the case studies shared in the latest briefing by Business & Human Rights Resource Centre and The Indigenous Peoples Rights International: ‘Exploring shared prosperity: Indigenous leadership and partnerships for a just transition’. 📖 Read the report today for more on the opportunities, challenges and risks of benefit-sharing and co-ownership in renewable energy projects: https://lnkd.in/dtbUWHam 👉 Revisit IHRB’s article - ‘ Community Ownership of Renewable Energy: How it Works in Nine Countries’: https://lnkd.in/daGt7qkc

The “Renewables with the Territory Roadmap” outlines numerous measures, many of which focus on local and rural development, a central area of the Galicia Wind Observatory’s work. Among the highlighted measures is the importance of allowing local citizens and administrations to participate in the ownership of renewal energy projects. The plan also emphasizes the need for genuine involvement of local stakeholders in the planning processes of these installations. https://lnkd.in/dcPg5x6S

New white paper: Unlocking the potential of renewable energy through sector coupling 🔑 We are proud to present a brand new white paper on sector coupling highlighting Danish experiences with building an integrated energy system. As the world continues its efforts to decarbonise and address the growing climate crisis, integrating renewable energy sources into our existing energy systems is more critical than ever. This is where sector coupling comes into the picture, offering a holistic approach to energy systems. By breaking down silos and linking traditionally separate sectors, such as power, heating, transport, and industry, sector coupling enables more efficient use of renewable energy and supports the development of a low-carbon economy. Discover the hidden potential of sector coupling in this white paper, offering valuable insights and practical solutions that can inspire and guide global efforts towards a green and sustainable transition. Read more and discover the white paper: https://lnkd.in/eNFk_ra8 The white paper is made in close collaboration with Danish Energy Agency, Danish Industry, Green Power Denmark, Danish Agriculture and Food Council, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark and GESEK - Komitéen for Grøn Energi og Sektorkobling.

The High Wind Conference 2024 highlighted crucial steps towards sustainable energy, focusing on streamlining government processes, bolstering the grid 🔌, and enhancing skills and education 🎓 to support the booming wind industry's job market. Norway's potential as a leader in offshore wind was a standout, emphasizing the region's adeptness and resources, particularly in Rogaland. Despite challenges in supply chains and financing 💰, the industry outlook remains optimistic 🌟, with expectations for growth and increased investment in offshore wind. The conference also underlined the importance of nature coexistence 🌱 and leveraging existing industry skills for renewable energy opportunities. The collaborative efforts between industries and municipalities to foster a vibrant community in Rogaland were highlighted as essential for the region's sustainable future 🌍. Thanks to organisers Stavanger kommune Stavanger Business Region ONS Næringsforeningen i Stavanger-regionen and Norwegian Offshore Wind

The Department of Energy (DOE) prioritizes end-user aggregation and alternative replacement power options as key elements in the revised Green Energy Option Program (GEOP) rules. This was raised during the last leg of the Choosing Renewables conference series that culminated in Cagayan de Oro City last 28-29 August 2024 with economic zones, electric cooperatives, and distribution utilities in the region. Read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/dTQcVwfa #MurangKuryente #LeadOnClimate #ClimateRealityPH

🌍 WENDY Project Presented at WECP Workshop on Inclusive and Just Green Transition 🌱 The WENDY project was recently presented by Norwegian Offshore Wind during a workshop at the World Energy Cities Partnership (WECP) Annual General Meeting in Stavanger. WECP is a global network of energy capitals dedicated to advancing sustainable energy production. The workshop, titled "Inclusive and Just Processes in the Green Transition: What Can We Learn from Our Cities' Past Experiences?" focused on the socio-economic impacts of the green transition, the effects of new energy infrastructure on communities, and strategies for effective stakeholder engagement in green energy projects. The session provided insights on how multidisciplinary collaboration can inform government and industry practices to ensure inclusive and holistic approaches to the energy transition. It also highlighted the importance of making knowledge accessible to all stakeholders. Stavanger kommune - Anna Kraaijeveld Enerstvedt #WENDYprojectEU

📣 New special issue open to submission! 📚 Dear colleagues and friends, I am pleased to announce the upcoming special issue on "Synergizing Sustainability: Smart Strategies for Enhancing Energy, Economic, Environmental, and Social Performance in Residential and Industrial Renewable Energy Communities," organized together with Prof. Alessandro Massi Pavan and Dr. Simone Negri. Considering the world's most pressing environmental issues and the urgency for effective solutions, Renewable Energy Communities (RECs) have been proposed as the new building block of tomorrow's sustainable energy infrastructure. A REC typically refers to a group of individuals, enterprises, and/or private and public organizations that collaborate to develop, manage, and benefit from renewable energy sources within a specific community or geographical area. The primary objective of a REC is to promote the utilization of renewable energy sources, reduce our dependence on fossil fuels, relieve the distribution system from congestion due to distributed generation, and contribute to enhanced sustainability. Within this context, this Special Issue welcomes original, high-quality research papers, reviews and case studies that contribute to research on innovative applications in residential and industrial RECs with the aim of enhancing the 3E and social aspect. For guidelines and further details, please visit the special issue website: https://lnkd.in/eU2e9Q8H. If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact the guest editors or the editorial staff.

Today, Mikel Ortiz de Latierro, our Environmental, Social, Health, Safety, and Quality director, will participate in the first session of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) webinar series on the Environmental Impacts of Renewables. Co-organized by IRENA, IRENA Coalition for Action, and CLEANaction, this open webinar will discuss the environmental impacts of solar and wind projects and highlight #solutions to incorporate ecosystem and biodiversity considerations into project siting and permitting processes. ➡️ Follow it streaming https://lnkd.in/g3R6i85k

Next week, we're kicking off a webinar series on the environmental impacts of renewables. Join us on Tuesday for an interesting discussion on the siting of renewable energy projects and how to minimise negative impacts on biodiversity. Dean Cooper Jinlei Feng

Last week, the Swiss Policy Lab officially launched! Taking place in Bern, Mosaic partners and 18 representatives of Swiss cantons, municipalities and energy providers discussed the challenges of renewable energy expansion in Switzerland. Ahead of the launch we developed a prototype tool that can be used to assess the suitability of different locations for renewable energies. During the launch participants tested the prototype and gave feedback on the usefulness of the tool and how to improve its functionality and user-friendliness. Based on a discussion of open research questions and needs of the cantons, we devised the following initial goals of the policy lab: - To enhance the prototype tool that can be used to assess suitable locations for renewable energies - Improving our understanding of future land-use changes and their interplay with renewable energy planning - Comparing 'Business As Usual' pathways of renewable energy expansion with pathways targeted at reducing conflicts between energy production, biodiversity and landscape protection   We would like to thank everybody being part of the Swiss policy lab for their enthusiastic engagement and look forward to the future activities of the lab!