Best practices

Exemplary projects and initiatives are implemented and replicated at local and regional level. The following best practices are categorised by topic and geographic area.

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Empowering Mazovia: workshops drive energy efficiency and green investments

Discover how tailored guidance and accessible financing are driving a fair, inclusive Green Transition in Poland’s Mazovia region.

The Dublin Region Energy Masterplan

Discover how the Dublin Region Energy Masterplan charts a data-driven path to net-zero emissions by 2050, targeting major cuts in heat, transport, and electricity emissions.

The Rise of Municipality-Driven Renewable Energy Communities in Emilia-Romagna

Emilia-Romagna is empowering municipalities to lead the energy transition through Renewable Energy Communities. With AESS’s guidance, 15 RECs are now active, tackling energy poverty and cutting CO₂ emissions.

Pioneering Smart Energy Solutions in Mid Sweden

Örebro County Energy Agency leads a regional initiative boosting grid capacity and clean energy planning. New tools and collaborations help municipalities deploy solar, wind, and smarter energy systems.

Is Hydrogen Economically Feasible for an Alpine Community? The AMETHyST Project and the H2FAsT Tool

APE FVG developed H2FAsT to assess the viability of local green hydrogen production in alpine regions. The tool empowers communities to create self-sustaining hydrogen ecosystems based on renewable energy.

Empowering Energy Communities at Every Level

AGENEX empowers citizens across Extremadura and beyond to create energy communities through tailored advice and cross-border cooperation. Their flagship projects unlock collective self-consumption, cut energy bills, and foster democratic participation in the energy transition.

Bringing Renewable Energy to Estonia’s Islands: Workshops Inspire the Next Generation

Around 200 students across West Estonian islands got hands-on with wind, solar, and hydrogen energy in a series of interactive workshops led by TalTech Kuressaare College and the Estonian Islands Energy Agency, with the support of Europe Direct.

A Tiny Forest with a Big Impact on the Community

Thanks to FEDARENE’s 2024 General Assembly and the Cyprus Energy Agency, the municipality of Lakatamia (Cyprus) now hosts a Tiny Forest, offsetting event emissions and boosting local biodiversity.

Kuressaare Christmas Power Bikes!

Pedal into the holiday spirit in Kuressaare, where power bikes turn festive fun into renewable energy, lighting up Christmas trees with every ride!

Introducing the GloCha APP: Enriching citizens to shape a sustainable future

Discover the new GloCha app from the JETforCE project, empowering citizens to shape a sustainable future through innovative digital solutions. Learn how this tool is addressing energy transition challenges in Central Europe.

Creating awareness, inspiring action: The international exhibition climate & Me

The exhibition Climate & Me was conceptualised and produced in 2022 as a roll-up exhibition for the international stage. It explains the causes and consequences of climate change, highlighting everyone’s possible contribution to climate protection and adaptation.

Empowering municipalities: the transformative impact of ISO 50001 and SECAP measures

In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable practices, the implementation of an Energy Management System (EnMS) according to ISO 50001 has traditionally been associated with the industrial sector. However, the success of the Compete4SECAP project, financed by Horizon 2020, has demonstrated that this powerful tool can be effectively used in municipalities as well.