Energy cities hubs

The Energy Cities Hubs are our community spaces to activate, empower and inspire local leaders towards a climate-neutral Europe

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28 Apr - 30 Apr

Guimaraes, Portugal

Grafting cities 2026 “nurturing the cities’ roots”

Energy Cities Annual Forum is the flagship event of the organisation, and it is hosted every year by a different member. The event became the […]

28 Apr - 29 Apr

Guimaraes, Portugal

Affordable Housing Initiative Days

As the European Union launches its first-ever dedicated housing plan, the Affordable Housing Initiative European Partnership, coordinated by Housing Europe, provides a timely platform to […]

28 Apr - 29 Apr

Guimaraes, Portugal

A green transition for all: how to empower participatory governance for future-proof cities

Would you like to future-proof local governance to deliver stronger, more resilient climate strategies in your city? In the context of the SPARKLE learning programme, […]

28 Apr

Renewable Energy: sources & storage

This session will bring together the Multiplier city of Alba Iulia, the Lyon-based renewable energy company HESPUL, and the sister project POCITYF, represented by UNINOVA-CTS. The Café will feature […]

05 May - 06 May

Calenzano, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy

When circular economy meets local climate strategies

How can the circular economy help your city achieve its local climate goals? In the context of the SPARKLE learning programme, join us in Tuscany […]

07 May

Climate budget training for local authorities

Would you like to introduce climate budgeting practices in your city, exchange with peers to build professional contacts, and boost local climate actions? Welcome to […]

26 May

Antwerp, Belgium

WaterWarmth Live Event: On the way to sustainable heating!

After more than 3 years of working on aquathermal energy with WaterWarmth, it is time to share what we have achieved with the project and […]

27 May - 29 May

Turin, Metropolitan City of Turin, Italy

Delivering Europe’s Urban Climate Transition

Building on momentum from previous editions, The Cities Mission Conference 2026 prioritises practical support, stronger collaboration, and the enabling conditions cities need for systemic change. […]

27 May - 28 May

Vilnius, Vilnius City Municipality, Lithuania

Decarbonising buildings and energy districts for the benefit of all: how cities can drive the change

How can cities turn ambition into action on decarbonised buildings and districts? As a city, where do you start to become climate-neutral? Home renovation is a good […]

08 Jun

The MFF & You: what the Parliament wants from the new EU budget

Join us for the next episode of our webinar series on the MFF. This time, we will join forces with the other networks of the Local Alliance. We will focus on what is the current state of the negotiations, the Parliament’s position in the negotiations, and the political cleavages between and with Council and Parliament.

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Warm homes, lower bills, stronger EU: the power of citizen-led energy networks

15/04/2026

How can we all enjoy comfortable temperatures in our homes at a fair, affordable price? Locally produced renewable heating and cooling networks fight energy poverty, increase comfort, make our cities sustainable and the Union more energy independent and competitive in challenging times.
Advocacy
WhatsEUp? The new EU budget proposal’s impact on the usual political divides

WhatsEUp? The new EU budget proposal’s impact on the usual political divides

How the Parliament and the Council are reacting to the Commission’s proposal

16/04/2026

The new budget proposal has altered the equilibrium, offering new political battles between and within the EU institutions, while the old ones reemerged.
News
Not “another energy crisis”, but THE energy crisis?

16/04/2026

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has just released its ‘State of Energy Policy 2026’ offering a timely 50-year perspective on energy security policies. One message […]
News
Europe’s energy independence must be powered by local, fossil-free flexibility 

Europe’s energy independence must be powered by local, fossil-free flexibility 

Local governments have an essential role in securing a clean, secure and affordable energy future for Europe

15/04/2026

A renewable, decentralised, and flexible energy system is Europe’s best defense against energy crises, price shocks, and geopolitical pressure. This happens at local level.
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Urban planning and education – A key ingredient for cool cities

Urban planning and education – A key ingredient for cool cities

From local planning gaps to smart heat pump solutions, cities are advancing integrated approaches to cooling despite limited national support.

15/04/2026

On 9th April, Energy Cities organised a new session of its Community of Practice on sustainable cooling, with a clear goal: to discuss the challenge of creating livable cities in a hotter climate.  In 2025, two initial sessions were held, and the insights gathered were integrated into a Policy Paper titled “How Are Cities Answering the Call for Fossil-Free Cooling?” The […]