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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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 […]

02 Jun

Brno, Czechia

How can innovation help cities overcome crisis? Housing, energy and sustainability: The examples of Munich and Prague

The workshop will focus on cities interested in advancing the transition to climate-neutrality with insights from the ASCEND Lighthouse city of Munich and the Multiplier […]

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.

09 Jun - 11 Jun

Euroheat & Power Congress 2026

To achieve a fossil-free heating and cooling sector, district heating and cooling networks will need to supply at least 55% of Europe’s heat demand by […]

09 Jun

Brussels, Belgium

Citizens Energy Package: towards more secure and affordable energy

REScoop.eu, the European federation of energy communities, is organising an event at the European Parliament on the Citizens Energy Package, with the support of Energy […]

10 Jun

Mundo Madou, Avenue des Arts, Brussels, Belgium

Peer-to-peer session – Tackling grid congestion: What can municipalities do to address grid congestion issues?

In this peer-to-peer session, we will explore concrete municipal actions and good practices that can prevent or mitigate congestion in local networks. Topics will include […]

11 Jun - 12 Jun

Albertville, France

Eat better, waste less, produce locally: developing sustainable food systems for resilient cities

How can cities design sustainable, local food systems that are resilient to climate change and accessible to all? Discover inspiring food system experiences and success stories […]

17 Sep - 20 Sep

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 […]

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How can Europe ensure a cost-effective use of grid infrastructure?

How can Europe ensure a cost-effective use of grid infrastructure?

Our proposal for the European Commission's legislative proposal on network charges

21/05/2026

For an affordable energy system that is based on decentralisation and decarbonisation, where local stakeholders – including energy communities, local authorities, citizens and SMEs – play an active role.
News
Moving from the “ACCELERATE EU” to the “EMPOWER EU” mantra

21/05/2026

In response to the ongoing energy crisis, and at the request of EU Member States, the President of the European Commission proposed accelerating the transition […]
News
How a small French grows an energy sharing culture

How a small French grows an energy sharing culture

In Malaunay it all began with solar panels on a church rooftop

19/05/2026

Malaunay fearlessly and progressively extends its renewables activities. The city is tapping in its local energy potential, reducing energy needs, using biomass and fostering community solar on its way to full energy independence.
News
Europe’s Heat is Under Threat

Europe’s Heat is Under Threat

Why cities are leading the fight for clean, secure, and affordable heating: Making Heat Safe

19/05/2026

Yet in 2026, how we heat our buildings sits at the intersection of some of Europe’s most pressing challenges: energy security, climate change, social equity, […]
Advocacy
European Parliament backs cities and regions in EU budget negotiations

European Parliament backs cities and regions in EU budget negotiations

Local Alliance welcomes Parliament’s position on future National and Regional Partnership Plans

18/05/2026

The European Parliament’s draft report on National and Regional Partnership Plans (NRPPs) backs a stronger role for cities and regions in the next EU budget, calling for better local involvement, stronger cohesion policy and place-based investment.