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15 Oct

Workshop

Brussels, Belgium

Mayor’s Club dinner – Financing local heating and cooling infrastructure

This informal dinner aims to gather local and EU elected representatives to exchange views and knowledge on the challenges of decarbonising local heating and cooling systems, […]

16 Oct

conference

European Parliament, Rue Wiertz, Bruxelles, Belgium

EU Covenant of Mayors Ceremony 2025 

At a time of mounting geopolitical challenges and accelerating climate risks, the role of Europe’s towns, cities, and regions has never been more vital. This […]

05 Nov - 06 Nov

summit

Brussels, Belgium

Euroheat & Power Summit 2025

The Euroheat & Power Summit is Euroheat & Power’s high-level, not-to-be-missed policy event, offering key insights into EU legislation and emerging trends shaping Europe’s heating […]

25 Nov

workshop
Policymakers’ dialogues for Local Heating & Cooling Planning under the Energy Efficiency Directive recast Art.25 Transposition 

Join us on Tuesday, 25th November from 10:00 to 11:30 CEST for a workshop organised by the ESCALATE project. The workshop will be divided into […]

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How is Assen turning up the heat on affordability and sustainability?

How is Assen turning up the heat on affordability and sustainability?

From district heating to Energy Desks: Assen’s strategy for a greener, more sustainable city.

Heating & Cooling
Renewables
Emissions reduction
Decarbonisation
Local governments
Fossil-free cities

01/10/2025

In the Dutch city of Assen, the transition to renewable heating isn’t just a technical challenge, it’s a mission that touches every citizen. The city […]
News
Besançon’s decarbonisation strategy: Expanding a proven local heating network

Besançon’s decarbonisation strategy: Expanding a proven local heating network

By leveraging its historic district heating system and prioritising renewable energy, Besançon is delivering affordable, sustainable heat while combating energy poverty. 

Heating & Cooling
Renewables
Decarbonisation
Local governments
Fossil-free cities

17/09/2025

In Eastern France, Besançon is renowned for its green spaces and high quality of life. Now, the city is building on a district heating network […]
Interviews
Municipal innovation for an all-electric future 

Municipal innovation for an all-electric future 

Interview with Ilkka Räsänen, Environmental Director at Municipality of Lapeenranta

Heating & Cooling
Local governance
Fossil-free cities
Community energy

11/09/2025

Ilkka Räsänen takes us behind the scenes of his city's heat strategy - with a special pride for their thermal storage systems. Besides the tech-focus, their collaborative heat policy is strongly anchored in the partnership with the university: research flows into policy and vice-versa. Lapeenranta is another example that cities are driving the clean heating transition.
News
How European cities are leading the clean heat transition

How European cities are leading the clean heat transition

Get inspired by innovative approaches to decarbonise heating and cooling

Energy efficiency & Buildings
Heating & Cooling
Renewables
European policies
Decarbonisation
Fossil-free cities

10/09/2025

Heating and cooling represent nearly 50% of the EU’s total energy consumption, much of which still relies on fossil fuels. To reduce this dependence, the […]
News
Keeping cool in the Sardinian mountains – energy communities pave the way towards energy democracy

Keeping cool in the Sardinian mountains – energy communities pave the way towards energy democracy

This is how a family in rural Sardinia keeps cool without breaking the bank

Heating & Cooling
Energy democracy
Quality of life
Community energy

18/07/2025

When Mirella Sanna and Salvatore Berria arrived on this side of the mountain there was nothing. The orchards and grapevines were all planted by them. […]
News
Cities and towns securing Europe’s future: Join us on 16 October in Brussels

Cities and towns securing Europe’s future: Join us on 16 October in Brussels

2025 EU Covenant of Mayors Ceremony to unite local and EU leaders at a critical moment for Europe

Heating & Cooling
Renewables
Energy democracy
Resilience
Decarbonisation
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Local governance
Fossil-free cities
Community energy
Food systems
Fair economies

17/07/2025

On 16 October 2025, mayors, regional leaders, and top EU officials will gather in the European Parliament to exchange on how to shape a resilient, secure and prosperous future for Europe together.
News
Why does the EU need a Heating and Cooling Strategy?

Why does the EU need a Heating and Cooling Strategy?

What cities need from the upcoming EU Heating and Cooling Strategy

Heating & Cooling
Renewables
Decarbonisation
Fossil-free cities HUB
Fossil-free cities

15/07/2025

Heating and cooling are at the heart of Europe’s energy use—and its climate challenges. With cities driving the transition on the ground, the upcoming EU […]
News
What’s EUp: The latest news on heating and cooling

What’s EUp: The latest news on heating and cooling

Why local ambition needs clearer frameworks and stronger support from the EU

Heating & Cooling
European policies
Decarbonisation
Local governments
Multilevel Governance
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Fossil-free cities

15/07/2025

Local authorities are key players of the heating and cooling (H&C) transition. To better understand their needs, Energy Cities recently surveyed its members on their […]
News
What’s EUp : New guidelines for the EPBD

What’s EUp : New guidelines for the EPBD

Fossil fuel boilers banned, solar mandatory — what this means for your city

Energy efficiency & Buildings
Heating & Cooling
Renewables
Decarbonisation
Solar energy
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Fossil-free cities
Community energy
Fair economies

09/07/2025

On the 30th of June, the European Commission approved the content of the notice providing guidance on the recast Energy Performance of Building Directive (EPBD). This will […]
Advocacy
How are cities responding to the challenge of fossil-free cooling and rising heat?

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

Heating & Cooling
Quality of life
Decarbonisation
Green spaces
Citizen engagement
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Fossil-free cities

03/07/2025

Imagine it’s a sweltering summer afternoon. You turn on the news and hear that yet another city has opened emergency cooling centers, offering residents a […]

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MUSE DHC

MUSE DHC

coMmUnity-led actionS for Efficient District Heating & Cooling
MUSE DHC

The MUSE DHC project (coMmUnity-led actionS for Efficient District Heating & Cooling), funded by the LIFE programme, aims to accelerate the decarbonisation of Europe’s heating […]

Support Service for Citizen-led Renovation (CLR)

Support Service for Citizen-led Renovation (CLR)

Empowering Citizen-led renovation!
Support Service for Citizen-led Renovation (CLR)

Residential buildings remain among the most energy-intensive sectors, with space heating alone accounting for over 60% of household energy consumption in the European Union. Despite […]

SPARKLE

SPARKLE

Sustainable Planning And Resilience Knowledge Learning Environment
SPARKLE

SPARKLE – Sustainable Planning and Resilience Knowledge Learning Environment is a pioneering programme that will develop the capacities of over 600 Local and Regional Authorities […]

ESCALATE

ESCALATE

ESCALATE

The ESCALATE Project aims to speed up Europe’s shift to clean renewable energy by helping cities across the EU plan for more energy efficient heating and […]