Municipalities are key players in energy democracy

Municipalities are key players in energy democracy

Local authorities must support the creation of renewable energy communities, which are cooperatives involving residents and stakeholders in renewable energy production, distribution, and consumption. Municipalities play a key role in empowering these communities to reduce carbon emissions, promote sustainability, and lower energy bills.

Home renovations for Europe, ’s low-income families get a boost

Home renovations for Europe, ’s low-income families get a boost

Fact: In the northeastern Italian city of Trieste, a construction project is underway to demolish and replace eight buildings with social housing from the 1950s with energy-efficient apartments, creating green spaces and improving existing ones to enhance the area and promote outdoor activity and social interaction.