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08/07/2026

📢 Good news! The deadline for the NESOIPlus Open Call has been extended until 10 July 2026.

Local and regional authorities, energy communities, SMEs and island project promoters are invited to apply for technical assistance to advance clean energy projects in Europe’s outermost island regions.

The support can help applicants develop stronger, investment-ready projects and move from idea to implementation.

🌍 The call supports projects in the Canary Islands, the Azores and Martinique.

Need help before applying? NESOIPlus offers a Helpdesk in four languages to answer questions from applicants: https://buff.ly/Q5iTL21

Submit your proposal by 10 July 2026! 👉️ https://buff.ly/pgNSLQ3

17/06/2026

🌱 A year-round greenhouse at Orissaare School on Saaremaa Island is helping students learn about renewable energy by doing.

Developed in cooperation with the Saarte Energiaagentuur, the greenhouse is powered by solar panels, a vertical-axis wind turbine and, when needed, the electricity grid.

Students can monitor energy production and consumption online, collect data, and use it in lessons ranging from mathematics and physics to chemistry and natural sciences. The greenhouse is already being used by pupils, with tomatoes, pumpkins and flowers planted inside.

The project shows how Energy Agencies can bring the clean energy transition into classrooms, making renewable energy practical, visible and accessible for young people.

Read more about it here 👉️ https://buff.ly/9p8GjIC

16/06/2026

FEDARENE warmly congratulates Energetsko podnebna agencija za Podravje - ENERGAP on its 20th anniversary! 🎉

Over the past two decades, ENERGAP has played an important role in supporting municipalities, communities, public institutions, businesses and citizens in advancing sustainable energy and climate action.

The milestone was celebrated in Maribor with partners from Slovenia and across Europe, highlighting the importance of cooperation, trust and shared action in building a more sustainable future.

Congratulations to the entire ENERGAP team on 20 years of good energy, strong partnerships and concrete local impact!

Read more about it here https://buff.ly/WWVd4NK

28/05/2026

⏳ Last days to vote in the Awards!

FEDARENE is proud to see two members among this year’s finalists:

🇧🇬 Енергийна Агенция - Пловдив / Energy Agency of Plovdiv (EAP) for its MultiHome renovation initiative (Local Energy Action)
🇮🇪 Donna Gartland (Codema) for her leadership in clean energy and inclusion (Women in Energy)

Their work shows the crucial role of local and regional in delivering Europe’s energy transition.

Voting closes on 31 May 2026!

👉 Vote now: https://buff.ly/lHI2PVE

26/05/2026

🇪🇺 Regions and Energy Agencies are driving Europe’s just and competitive energy transition.

This week, over 100 participants gathered in Modena for the 2026 FEDARENE General Assembly to exchange on:
⚡ Energy poverty & affordable housing
🏡 One-Stop Shops for renovation
🏭 Industrial decarbonisation
🤝 Regional cooperation across Europe

We also proudly welcomed 9 new members into the FEDARENE network!

A big thank you to AESS Modena and all participants for three inspiring days of discussions and collaboration.

https://buff.ly/1AD86XY

Over 100 participants gathered in Modena, Italy, for the 2026 FEDARENE General Assembly to discuss how regions and Energy Agencies can strengthen Europe’s resilience through local energy and climate action.

05/05/2026

🏆 FEDARENE members are among the finalists of the 2026 EU Sustainable Energy Awards!

🇧🇬 Енергийна Агенция - Пловдив / Energy Agency of Plovdiv has been shortlisted for its MultiHome renovation initiative in the Local Energy Action category.

🇮🇪 Donna Gartland, CEO of Codema – Dublin’s Energy Agency, is finalist in the Women in Energy category.

These nominations showcase the key role local and regional energy agencies play in Europe’s clean energy transition.

👏 Congratulations to all finalists and best of luck in the public vote!

👉 Read more: https://buff.ly/YstbDTL

From pioneering home renovation services in Bulgaria to inclusive leadership driving district heating in Ireland, Energy Agencies and FEDARENE members are once again at the forefront of Europe’s clean energy transition.

27/04/2026

📢 The final chapter of is here!

After three years of collaboration, testing, and learning, the 3rd and final IN-PLAN Policy Brief is now available.

This last brief brings together the key results, lessons learned, and future perspectives from the IN-PLAN journey, showing how integrated energy, climate, and spatial planning can move from concept to real implementation on the ground.

🔍 In this final brief, discover:
• Key takeaways from pilot regions and “Lighthouse” experiences
• Practical insights to strengthen integrated planning processes
• Policy recommendations to support replication across Europe
• Future perspectives for scaling up impact

👉 Read the full policy brief here: https://buff.ly/ebS47NS

Let’s continue working together to turn integrated planning into climate action.

21/04/2026

Climate adaptation is no longer optional but a critical process to strengthen resilience, protect communities, and enhance economic competitiveness and security in an increasingly changing climate. But how do we ensure coordination across national, regional, and local levels?

💡That’s where National Adaptation Hubs (NAHs) come in.

Established through the project, with FEDARENE actively involved, this initiative lays the groundwork for stronger multi-level governance coordination on climate action.

👉Learn more about NAHs, the work underway, and how to get involved through the link below! https://buff.ly/YqIAmKx

The National Adaptation Hubs strengthen climate resilience across the EU by improving coordination and cooperation between governance levels. They also create opportunities for stakeholders, including FEDARENE members, to engage in adaptation planning and policy, peer learning, and knowledge exchang...

08/04/2026

“To be energy secure, we must be energy efficient.”

As Europe navigates a new energy crisis, FEDARENE and its members are calling for one clear priority: keep energy efficiency at the heart of EU policy.

Why? Because it works:
✔️ Lower energy bills
✔️ Stronger businesses
✔️ Less reliance on imported energy

And without strong, binding targets, the investments Europe needs—like building renovation and industrial modernisation—are at risk.

📢 Europe’s energy experts are urging EU decision-makers to stay the course.

👉 Learn more: https://buff.ly/c1YNszH

31/03/2026

🌱 Is your region ready to drive the ? The POWERUP Horizon project is looking for Authorities and Energy Agencies to come on board as regional partners!

As a partner, you'll get early access to:
🛠️ Cutting-edge tools, including a Business Model Toolkit, a Co-Creation Toolkit and a GIS-based planning tool
🤝 Peer support, tailored workshops and webinars
✈️ Funded in-person showcase event

Don't miss out, become a regional partner today: https://buff.ly/cArE9Dj
📅 Deadline to apply: 16 April 2026