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Join the discussion – Planning for resilient and cool cities 
Energy Cities is coordinating a Community of Practice to discuss one important urban challenge: keeping our cities cool. With the climate crisis intensifying, demand for cooling solutions is on the rise, […]
Be.SHARE Project Kick-Off Event
In the presence of a keynote speaker, European and Regional officials, urban practitioners and EU networks, you will discover more on the project, meet all […]
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 […]
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 […]
“For anyone thinking about starting a One-Stop Shop, my biggest advice is: keep citizens at the heart of it from day one!”
Interview with Martina Nemčić, Programme Manager at KLIK Energy Cooperative and at the One-Stop Shop of the city of Križevci, Croatia
Fossil-free cities05/03/2026
France strengthens local heating and cooling planning: a new regulatory milestone for cities
The new year starts with good news from France.
13/01/2026
Local governance10/12/2025
Community energy04/11/2025
From local energy to cleaner heat: Ivry-sur-Seine’s journey
The French city is interconnecting renewable heat networks to achieve climate neutrality by 2050
27/10/2025
Energy Cities calls out missed opportunities by Member States to support local heating and cooling planning
The clock is ticking for Member States to transpose local heat planning obligations, but progress remains slow. Our EU Tracker reveals that while countries stall, pioneering cities are already moving forward.
13/10/2025
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.
01/10/2025
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.
17/09/2025
Municipal innovation for an all-electric future
Interview with Ilkka Räsänen, Environmental Director at Municipality of Lapeenranta
11/09/2025
How European cities are leading the clean heat transition
Get inspired by innovative approaches to decarbonise heating and cooling
10/09/2025
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PROSPECT
Capacity Building for Local and Regional Authorities
A capacity-building programme on innovative financing, by and for EU cities and regions
MUSE DHC
coMmUnity-led actionS for Efficient District Heating & Cooling
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)
Empowering Citizen-led renovation!
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 […]
