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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.

Publications

Best Practices on Renewable Energy Communities across Europe

Have a look at the new LocalRES collection of good practices, showcasing Energy Communities all over Europe

Renewables

Community energy

01/06/2026

The objective of this publication is twofold. First, it seeks to document concrete, replicable experiences that illustrate how RECs can be designed, implemented and scaled in different local contexts, in several countries both in rural and urban areas. Second, it aims to provide inspiration to local authorities, practitioners and community actors interested in developing similar initiatives.

News

A new course to facilitate inclusive decision-making and equitable benefit-sharing in renewable energy projects

Participative governance

Renewables

Tools & Capacity building

Local governments

Local governance

Community energy

01/06/2026

Energy Cities is launching a course to promote a common dialogue framework for inclusive decision-making and equitable benefit-sharing in renewable energy projects’ development

News

Heating Tallinn Beyond Gas

Aare Vabamägi on Tallinn’s transition towards emission-free district heating

27/05/2026

Tallinn, European Green Capital 2023, shows how a long-term climate vision can quickly translate into real progress on heating decarbonisation. The city aims for climate neutrality […]

News

How a small French grows an energy sharing culture

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

Participative governance

Renewables

Community energy

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

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

Energy efficiency & Buildings

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, […]

News

Love me tender

Valencia's groundbreaking public procurement approach benefitting energy communities

Participative governance

Renewables

Community energy

28/04/2026

A recent UK analysis warns that the Iran conflict could cost households over EUR 550. Municipalities across Europe are searching for innovative ways to provide affordable energy solutions. The City of Valencia, Spain, offers a pioneering model that not only speeds up renewables installations but also ensures that the most vulnerable are included in the process.

Media

Warm homes, lower bills, stronger EU: the power of citizen-led energy networks

Heating & Cooling

Renewables

Community energy

15/04/2026

How can we all enjoy comfortable temperatures in our homes at a fair, affordable price? Locally produced renewable heating and cooling networks fight energy poverty, increase comfort, make our cities sustainable and the Union more energy independent and competitive in challenging times.

News

Europe’s energy independence must be powered by local, fossil-free flexibility

Local governments have an essential role in securing a clean, secure and affordable energy future for Europe

Renewables

Energy self-sufficiency

15/04/2026

A renewable, decentralised, and flexible energy system is Europe’s best defense against energy crises, price shocks, and geopolitical pressure. This happens at local level.

Advocacy

A secure and resilient EU energy system? Local stakeholders can help!

Through fossil-free flexibility and decentralised production

09/04/2026

Local stakeholders play a key role in providing fossil-free flexibility, for a more secure and affordable energy system, bringing them to the centre stage of Europe's energy independence.