Extended deadline – Join the Follower Islands Programme (CE4EUI Secretariat)

Applicants can select key learning topics for capacity-building activities, present their energy plans and visions for expert assessment and improvement, and choose a project for peer-to-peer coaching from experienced islands leading the way in clean energy. While individual applications from local island authorities are welcome, the secretariat encourages submissions involving multiple stakeholders. 

Applicants can submit their complete applications until 2 December 2024, 23:59 CET.

What is a Follower Island?

A Follower Island is one committed to embarking on or accelerating its journey towards decarbonisation by learning from and adopting the successful practices of the pioneering “30 for 2030” islands. Whether starting from scratch or building on existing efforts, Follower Islands should be eager to advance its energy transition and leverage the full potential of the 30 for 2030 initiative.

Why Become a Follower Island? 

Becoming a Follower Island offers a wealth of benefits. You will gain access to specialised capacity-building activities delivered by the secretariat’s expert team, focused on critical aspects of your island’s energy transition. You’ll also collaborate closely with the “30 for 2030” islands, benefiting from shared experiences, best practices, and direct interaction with peers who are trailblazing in the field of sustainable energy. Furthermore, Follower Islands will receive tailored consultations from the secretariat’s experts to support selected projects and meet unique local needs.

The activities for Follower Islands will be carefully designed to match the preferences shared during the application process. These activities will include capacity-building sessions on selected topics, energy-planning workshops, and vision-making exercises. In addition, each Follower Island will receive peer-to-peer coaching for a chosen project. Participants will also gain access to a comprehensive knowledge-sharing platform brimming with valuable resources from current and previous initiatives.

Background

The third phase of the Clean energy for EU islands secretariat aims to provide technical support to 30 islands or groups of islands over three years, helping them achieve complete energy independence with 100% renewable energy by 2030. The secretariat is committed to assisting EU islands in creating, preparing, and implementing decarbonisation plans for their energy systems, offering technical and organisational support every step of the way.

You can download the practical guidance at the CE4EUI Secretariat’s website following the button below