Publications 2012

The hidden resources of our cities: The good news is that we have local resources all around us, just waiting to be rediscovered. This is why we have almost exclusively
dedicated this issue to local initiatives that are today paving the
way for tomorrow.

This guidebook will take you through how to create a successful PR campaign for your ENGAGE initiative by showcasing inspiring examples from the 12 pioneer cities that are already up and running. The guidebook also contains ENGAGE’s vision and some key principles that each campaign rests on.

In 2012, Energy Cities initiated a process aimed at making and debating proposals for accelerating the energy transition
of European cities and towns. These proposals are based on
innovative approaches, new ideas and groundbreaking practices. They provide practical answers and link today’s action to the long-term vision of a low energy city with a high quality of life for all.

Energy strategies:
the German model up for debate p.5, Transition towns: home to change-makers p.6, Innovative ways of sustainable energy financing p.8/9