About
Mélissa is a communication specialist with over eight years of experience in sustainable energy and European affairs. Holding master’s degrees in Public Relations and European Studies, she combines strategic insight with hands-on expertise as Communications Manager at FEDARENE.
Since 2017, she has led FEDARENE’s communication strategy, boosting the network’s visibility and engagement. She oversees communication in several European projects and works closely with members to foster active participation. Mélissa also supports the team in ensuring cohesive and impactful messaging across all initiatives.
With expertise in event planning, graphic design, video editing, social media, and press relations, she develops comprehensive communication campaigns from concept to delivery. Her background includes organising major EU events and driving effective policy outreach. A fluent French and English speaker, Mélissa bridges communication and advocacy with ease.
Projects
OCTOPUS
OngoingAccelerating local energy transition by supporting municipal authorities
View Project →The European Commission initiative dedicated to regional and local energy agencies
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C-Track 50
FinishedPutting regions on track for carbon neutrality by 2050 – C-track 50 will empower local and regional authorities to develop,…
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Green Hysland
OngoingGREEN HYSLAND aims to create the first green hydrogen ecosystem in the Balearic Islands (Spain). It will produce, generate and…
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FEDARENE Reacts to SOTEU: Regional and Local Energy Agencies are Key to Europe’s Competitiveness, Security and Independence
September 11, 2025Decarbonisation is the path to Europe’s competitiveness and security. Energy agencies welcome the 2025 SOTEU priorities and call for ambitious, place-based action to make them…
Read more →The Power of Nudges: Driving Energy Sufficiency in Europe
September 16, 2025This editorial by Marie-Laure Falque Masset, FEDARENE Vice-President for Energy Sufficiency, explores how behavioural nudges can help us save energy and resources – and why…
Read more →Share Your FEDARENE Story
May 9, 2025Your voice is part of our legacy.
Read more →FEDARENE Vice-President Vlasta Krmelj Joins the European Committee of the Regions
March 6, 2025A champion of sustainable energy and climate action, Vlasta Krmelj is bringing her expertise in financing, local action, and EU policy to the CoR. Representing…
Read more →Empowering local leadership: A vision for a future-proof EU budget
January 23, 2025The Local Alliance—a coalition of Europe’s eight leading city and regional networks—has today published a pivotal new policy paper calling on EU leaders to ensure…
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