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12 Feb

The MFF & You: Shape the next EU Budget Proposal

This webinar organised by the Prospect Cube project will unpack what is at stake in the negotiations on the next EU budget and explore the potential impacts on local and regional authorities.

18 Mar

Ghent, Belgium

European Conference on City Energy

This European conference brings together mayors, councillors, city professionals, energy experts, policy makers and stakeholders from across Europe to discuss strategies and to ensure the […]

18 Mar - 19 Mar

Poreč, Croatia

From Renewables to Resilience: Building Stronger Communities and Cities

A thriving city is one where community wealth flourishes. For every euro invested in community energy projects, 2 to 8 euros are generated for local […]

28 Apr - 30 Apr

Guimaraes, Portugal

Grafting cities 2026 “nurturing the cities’ roots”

Energy Cities Annual Forum is the flagship event of the organisation, and it is hosted every year by a different member. The event became the […]

28 Apr - 29 Apr

Guimaraes, Portugal

A green transition for all: how to empower participatory governance for future-proof cities

Would you like to future-proof local governance to deliver stronger, more resilient climate strategies in your city? In the context of the SPARKLE learning programme, […]

05 May - 06 May

Calenzano, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy

When circular economy meets local climate strategies

How can the circular economy help your city achieve its local climate goals? In the context of the SPARKLE learning programme, join us in Tuscany […]

27 May - 28 May

Vilnius, Vilnius City Municipality, Lithuania

Decarbonising buildings and energy districts for the benefit of all: how cities can drive the change

How can cities turn ambition into action on decarbonised buildings and districts? As a city, where do you start to become climate-neutral? Home renovation is a good […]

11 Jun - 12 Jun

Albertville, France

Eat better, waste less, produce locally: developing sustainable food systems for resilient cities

How can cities design sustainable, local food systems that are resilient to climate change and accessible to all? Discover inspiring food system experiences and success stories […]

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“Since our services are free of charge, the funding from the region and local governments is crucial.”

“Since our services are free of charge, the funding from the region and local governments is crucial.”

Interview with Didier van Severen, General Manager of Homegrade - the One-Stop Shop of Brussels-Capital Region

03/02/2026

In European cities, residential buildings account for about 31% of total GHG emissions (according to the 2023 Covenant of Mayors assessment). The sector represents a […]
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Develop winning business plans for your energy community

Develop winning business plans for your energy community

A new free e-learning course is now available to support energy communities across Europe in developing fundable business plans

02/02/2026

How to turn your energy community’s vision into a structured, investment-ready project? How to navigate legal frameworks, engage stakeholders, and demonstrate impact? Hosted on the […]
News
New Year

New Year

Policy Op-ed

26/01/2026

The expression “new year” seems to carry more meaning than ever. Everything is new: a new world (dis)order, new risks, new democratic (im)balances, new European priorities, a new (dis)organisation of international, European, national institutions…
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The 2026 events accelerating the path to climate neutrality

The 2026 events accelerating the path to climate neutrality

These events, organised by Energy Cities or partners, have been selected for their relevance to municipalities.

20/01/2026

To help municipalities navigate this key year and pursue their climate neutrality journey, here are important events not to miss.
Advocacy
What’s EUp? Urban initiatives and LIFE at stake in the proposed EU Facility

What’s EUp? Urban initiatives and LIFE at stake in the proposed EU Facility

What the proposed EU Facility means for the future of urban initiatives and the LIFE Programme

19/01/2026

We continue to unpack the European Commission's long-term budget (MFF) proposal. Today’s menu: the future of urban initiatives and the LIFE programme, and a new facility designed to cope with the uncertainty of our time.