Annual Forum 2026: “We must reconnect with one another, with our communities” 

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

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

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17 Sep - 20 Sep

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Armenia

MitOst Festival: Democratic Resilience in Practice: Civil Society Between Transformation and Uncertainty

The MitOst Festival 2026 marks the 30th anniversary of MitOst, and we’re proud to be organizing this year’s Festival with our partners from Armenia and […]

15 Oct

conference

Commission européenne Bâtiment Charlemagne (CHAR), Rue de la Loi, Brussels, Belgium

EU Covenant of Mayors Ceremony 2026

The EU Covenant of Mayors Ceremony 2026 will place local leadership at the heart of Europe’s climate and energy transition.  Under the theme “Local Leaders for Affordable […]

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The EU finally has a plan to electrify Europe – it’ll need local authorities to make it happen

The EU finally has a plan to electrify Europe – it’ll need local authorities to make it happen

We welcome the EU’s Electrification Action Plan and highlight where local authorities need to play a more central role.

Fossil-free cities

17/07/2026

The European Commission's Electrification Action Plan brings Europe closer to a fossil-free, secure and affordable energy system, but it has a blind spot when it comes to the role of local authorities. To put this plan into action, it’s going to need their help.
News
Not built for this: Heatwaves are exposing the limits of Europe’s preparedness

Not built for this: Heatwaves are exposing the limits of Europe’s preparedness

The extreme pressure of recent heatwaves on our cities and people should ring alarm bells at national and EU levels.

Local governance
Fossil-free cities
Food systems

15/07/2026

Europe's cities need long-term vision and planning to adapt to extreme heat. To make it happen, they need sustained support from national governments and the EU.
News
When prices rise, the lights stay steady thanks to solar

When prices rise, the lights stay steady thanks to solar

Aradippou in Cyprus is increasing energy independence by investing in a second photovoltaic park

Renewables
Community energy

09/07/2026

In Cyprus, the municipality of Aradippou has already shown that local governments, especially in the South of Europe, should tap into the solar potential as much as they can. A year ago, we shared how the municipality became the country's first to cover the electricity needs of its public buildings and street lighting with renewable energy, thanks to a municipal photovoltaic park. Today, Aradippou is taking the next step.
News
How Bristol City Leap is using private finance to empower citizens

How Bristol City Leap is using private finance to empower citizens

The story behind the EUR 1.7 millions fund for community energy projects

Participative governance
Finance & Divest
Renewables
Community energy

03/07/2026

If your municipality is wondering how to finance the energy transition while delivering visible benefits for residents, you're in good company. Across Europe, local governments are experimenting with new ways to attract investment, strengthen communities and build more resilient energy systems. Bristol's Community Energy Fund is one example. It has already unlocked more than EUR 690k for 43 local projects.
Advocacy
Solving the EU’s Climate Implementation Gap: connect national plans with local actions and needs

Solving the EU’s Climate Implementation Gap: connect national plans with local actions and needs

How connecting local energy projects with national strategies can cut red tape, unlock investment, and deliver on 2040 climate goals.

European policies
Budget
Local governance

26/06/2026

By linking national, regional, and local plans into one streamlined system, the EU can slash bureaucracy and deliver climate targets.