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17 Jun

EUCityCalc webinar – Integrating SECAP data in a few clicks

The free and open-access webtool European City Calculator supports cities in developing and implementing scientifically robust, detailed, and integrated transition pathways towards climate neutrality using their […]

24 Jun

webinar
Join the discussion – How can we cool our cities?

Energy Cities is coordinating a new Community of Practice to discuss one important urban challenge: keeping our cities cool. With the climate crisis intensifying, demand […]

25 Jun - 26 Jun

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Getafe, Spain

Scalable Cities Roadshow P2P Event in Getafe, Spain – How to scale Energy Communities: financing and innovation to guarantee the Right to Energy

This P2P will explore how community-led energy initiatives can support the right to energy, drive the energy transition, and be scaled up across cities. We’ll […]

26 Jun

webinar
SAPHEA Webinar: How to integrate Geothermal Energy into local heating and cooling planning?

Heating and cooling (H&C) planning is about to become mandatory across EU soon, at least for municipalities with more than 45 000 inhabitants (recast EED 2023). […]

27 Jun

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Impact & trust: Co-designing energy communities with vulnerable households

How can local energy communities become credible and trusted players in fighting energy poverty? Pilot experiences from Belgium and Italy. Moderation: Marine Cornelis, Next Energy […]

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Many levels, one voice: Co-creating climate and energy policy in the EU

Many levels, one voice: Co-creating climate and energy policy in the EU

NECPlatform final report

Finance & Divest
Multilevel Governance
Local governance

17/06/2025

As discussions on the next MFF continue, the role of multilevel governance remains key. The "Many Levels, One Voice" publication offers practical insights and examples from across member states on how to organise inclusive climate and energy dialogues involving diverse stakeholders
News
<strong>How cities can promote solar energy among their residents</strong>

How cities can promote solar energy among their residents

Get ready for Solar Day with some inspiring solutions to local challenges!

Renewables
Fossil-free cities
Community energy

17/06/2025

Did you know that by 2030 solar is expected to become the biggest renewable energy source in the world? Or that between 2010 and today, […]
News
Ensuring healthy and local food for all

Ensuring healthy and local food for all

From citizens’ assemblies to concrete support for young farmers, Namur is carrying out several initiatives to foster a sustainable food system.

Sustainable food systems
Citizen engagement
Local governments
Food systems & Land use policies HUB
Food systems

12/06/2025

Namur is the picturesque capital of Wallonia, the French-speaking region of Belgium. This Energy Cities member is well known for its hilltop Citadel and its […]
News
New in-depth report on enabling frameworks for energy communities

New in-depth report on enabling frameworks for energy communities

A Joint Policy Brief taking stock in 11 EU countries

Renewables
Energy democracy

11/06/2025

Report offers a comprehensive roadmap for policy-makers in 11 EU countries eager to make citizen-led energy projects an EU-wide reality. It provides an in-depth analysis of the current legislative landscape country-by-country
Advocacy
How to deliver a Citizens’ Energy Package that’s fair & accessible to all

How to deliver a Citizens’ Energy Package that’s fair & accessible to all

Read the Community Power Coalition's asks to empower communities

Community energy

10/06/2025

The Citizens’ Energy Package is a key opportunity to ensure that citizens and their local communities are the owners and direct beneficiaries of the energy […]