Decarbonisation
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Decarbonising heating and cooling in the EU: an analysis of national energy and climate plans
As the EU races to meet its 2030 climate goals, National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs) are the backbone of strategic energy planning across Member States. […]
Driving Urban Transition Conference: Positive Energy Futures – From Local Positive Energy District Pilots to European Practice
Since the start of a dedicated ambition of the European SET Plan in 2018, the concept of Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) has been positioned as […]
How are cities responding to the challenge of fossil-free cooling and rising heat?
Discover how European cities are dealing with the increased need of cooling while moving on the decarbonisation of their energy system
Fossil-free cities03/07/2025
Cities speak out for affordable and sustainable housing
Energy Cities gathered its board for a meeting with the European Commission on the housing crisis
Fair economies02/07/2025
Learn how to lead your city’s green transition
Planning the Energy and Climate Transition for Cities is a new free training aimed at upskilling public officers and professionals working in the climate and energy field
Local governance
Community energy
Food systems01/07/2025
Community energy for social housing in Mechelen
Discover the energy community of Otterbeek, nominated as finalist of the 2025 EUSEW Local Energy Action Award
27/05/2025
Local Transitions Learning Centre: Discover our rich learning offer!
From urban regeneration to financing sustainable energy projects and much more - all the knowledge and tools you need to make your city futureproof
20/05/2025
Local Alliance puts forth concrete recommendations for an EU budget fit for future
The eight networks jointly published three papers calling for a better reform agenda, shared governance and a place-based approach to competitiveness
06/05/2025
Towards 100% renewable cities: collaboration in action in Besançon
Discover how cities are turning ambition into action through clean heat strategies and community energy: insights from Energy Cities’ Annual Forum.
15/04/2025
European Energy for European Homes and Industry
The EU, member states and cities are stumbling towards agreement – even if they haven’t yet realised it.
25/03/2025
The EUCityCalc learning programme: design your city’s transition pathway
Use your city’s data to compare measures, create scenarios, and make informed policy decisions
17/03/2025
Collaborating for 100% renewable cities
Discover innovative partnerships to develop renewable energy in cities and towns at our Annual Forum in Besançon.
21/02/2025
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SPARKLE
Sustainable Planning And Resilience Knowledge Learning Environment
SPARKLE – Sustainable Planning and Resilience Knowledge Learning Environment is a pioneering programme that will develop the capacities of over 600 Local and Regional Authorities […]
