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Energy as a common good: the Danish model

Energy as a common good: the Danish model

Presentation of three iconic danish energy communities: Avedøre, Skårup, and Middelgrunden

Renewables
Local energy
Community energy

09/06/2026

The energy transition is not only a technical challenge but also a social and democratic process.
News
Four years of war: what Ukrainian cities’ resilience teaches us

Four years of war: what Ukrainian cities’ resilience teaches us

Cities in Ukraine are showing Europe that renewable, decentralised energy is the key to security

Energy self-sufficiency
Local energy
Fossil-free cities

24/02/2026

Four years since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and ongoing war, many Ukrainian cities’ determination to stay on the path to net-zero has proven to Europe that independence and security are inseparable from the transition to fossil-free, local energy systems.
News
Community energy for social housing in Mechelen

Community energy for social housing in Mechelen

Discover the energy community of Otterbeek, nominated as finalist of the 2025 EUSEW Local Energy Action Award

Participative governance
Energy democracy
Emissions reduction
Decarbonisation
Solar energy
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Local governance
Community energy
Fair economies

27/05/2025

The social housing energy community of Otterbeek in Mechelen is bringing the energy transition and its benefits to the communities who need it the most, providing affordable and stable clean energy to low-income neighbourhoods. Show your support by voting for them as finalists of 2025 EUSEW Award.
Advocacy
Local Alliance puts forth concrete recommendations for an EU budget fit for future

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

Participative governance
Quality of life
Decarbonisation
Decentralisation
Local energy
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Local governance
Fossil-free cities
Community energy
Food systems
Fair economies

06/05/2025

In response to the public consultation on the future EU budget, the Local Alliance publishes concrete recommendations calling for a bold realignment of EU spending priorities.
News
Örebro’s Tamarinden neighbourhood reshapes energy laws in Sweden

Örebro’s Tamarinden neighbourhood reshapes energy laws in Sweden

Örebro leads by example as Sweden Supreme Administrative Court confirms tax-free energy sharing for its innovative neighbourhood.

Energy efficiency & Buildings
Quality of life
Smart cities
Local governments
Local energy
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Fossil-free cities
Community energy

12/12/2024

In a world where the energy transition is crucial, Örebro in Sweden is leading the way with Tamarinden – an innovative neighbourhood. Designed to be […]
News
Standardised Smart EPC contract and tender documentation

Standardised Smart EPC contract and tender documentation

Energy efficiency & Buildings
Heating & Cooling
Energy retrofitting
Local energy
Smart buildings
Fossil-free cities

12/02/2024

The successful preparation and execution of Energy Performance Contracting (EPC) projects require the expertise and experience of project leaders representing a local authority. As technology […]
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Learn on innovative financing for your local energy & climate projects!

Learn on innovative financing for your local energy & climate projects!

PROSPECT+, capacity building for cities & regions, launches its final call!

Mobility
Finance & Divest
Renewables
Tools & Capacity building
Energy retrofitting
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Local governance
Fossil-free cities
Community energy

31/01/2024

Apply to this learning programme which also offers some community energy skills building. It is tailored to enhance local and regional actions in the field of energy efficiency of public and private buildings, public lighting, transport, and cross-sectoral actions such as local energy production.
News
Helping Europe’s Energy Communities thrive and prosper

Helping Europe’s Energy Communities thrive and prosper

Energy self-sufficiency
Local energy
Community energy
Community energy

18/01/2024

Over the last two years, the European Commission’s Energy Community Repository has been supporting energy communities through a range of activities and tools. Discover all […]
News
EU Energy Communities: Opportunities and Future Prospects

EU Energy Communities: Opportunities and Future Prospects

Energy self-sufficiency
Local energy
Community energy
Community energy

22/11/2023

Energy communities are one of the key elements in achieving the EU’s energy transition: By 2050, half of Europe’s citizens could be producing up to […]
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One community energy project per 500 inhabitants…

One community energy project per 500 inhabitants…

And other tangible targets for sustainable energy production and consumption in your city

Participative governance
Energy efficiency & Buildings
Renewables
Energy democracy
Decarbonisation
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Local governance
Fossil-free cities
Community energy

10/10/2023

Find inspiration among these tangible targets for your city related to energy production and consumption, inspired by citizen assemblies, local pacts, and other projects across Europe.