Publications

An array of studies, policy papers and reports are developed in the frame of FEDARENE’s activities and projects. The following documents are categorised by topic, type of publication and by projects.

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Igniting local change: Implementation of Pilot Cases from ConnectHeat

The ‘Implementation of pilot cases’ reports provide a thorough overview of the implementation phase of each pilot case (BE, IT, DE, HR, ES, BG) including technical feasibility assessment, cost and benefits analysis as well as the community model put in place.

Heating & Cooling regional community Policy Roadmaps

The Regional Policy Roadmaps offers an insight into key barriers and challenges encountered in the ConnectHeat’s six focal areas (Belgium, Bulgaria Croatia, Germany, Italy, Spain) which currently hinders the development of heating and cooling communities and their successful roll-out.

Warmer (and cooler) together: Position Paper on Renewable Heating & Cooling for Energy Communities

The ConnectHeat project has released a position paper calling for greater integration of renewable heating and cooling in community-led energy initiatives. It highlights their potential to cut emissions, reduce energy poverty, and empower citizens through collective ownership.

Storms: A Practical Guide for Local and Regional Authorities

Storms are becoming stronger and costlier across Europe. This multilingual guide supports local authorities with tools and actions to prepare and adapt.

Flash Floods: A Quick Guide for Local and Regional Authorities

Flash floods are fast, violent, and increasingly common. REGILIENCE’s new multilingual guide helps authorities prepare and act quickly to protect communities.

Droughts and Water Scarcity: A Practical Guide for Local and Regional Authorities

From shrinking rivers to dried-out crops, droughts are affecting more European regions than ever. This multilingual guide from REGILIENCE supports local action.

River Floods: A Practical Guide for Local and Regional Authorities

Learn how to prepare for and respond to river floods. This new REGILIENCE guide offers practical tools and examples for local authorities,.

Heatwaves: A Practical Guide for Local and Regional Authorities

Extreme heat is becoming the new normal. Discover how your region can adapt and protect its population with this multilingual guide from REGILIENCE.

Powering communities: How to deliver a Citizens’ Energy Package that’s fair & accessible to all

FEDARENE joins the Community Power Coalition in calling for a Citizens’ Energy Package that puts people and local communities at the heart of Europe’s energy transition. Discover our shared vision and policy recommendations to unlock the full potential of community energy.

Policy Brief: With the deadline near, Local Governments still left out of national Social Climate Plans

As the deadline to submit national Social Climate Plans approaches, local and regional authorities remain largely excluded from planning processes—despite legal obligations for their involvement. A new policy brief by eight major networks urges Member States and the European Commission to course-correct before it’s too late.