Sun4All Project

🌍✨ As the EU advances towards a sustainable energy future, Member States play a crucial role in nurturing energy communities. These communities not only foster local renewable energy but also deliver broad environmental, economic, and social benefits. Comprehensive frameworks and tailored provisions are essential for their success, and regional and local governments need the right resources to support these initiatives. From the #Sun4All project, here are some key recommendations: 7️⃣ Provide technical assistance for energy communities that includes practical solutions for social aspects, such as targeting energy-poor households and collaborating with social services. By adopting these recommendations, Member States can significantly enhance the development of energy communities, making them a cornerstone of the EU's sustainable energy transition and a powerful tool for social innovation. 🏘️ 🔗 Read all the recommendations in #Sun4All policy brief: https://bit.ly/46sWrt7 What do you think? How can member States best support energy communities and inclusive renewable energy schemes? Share your ideas below! 🌱🔋 #EnergyTransition #EnergyCommunity #RenewableEnergy

🌍🌞 Update from the Consell Comarcal del Gironès, a member of Sun4All Community of Practice 🌞🌍 In Salt, a small city of the 🇪🇸 Gironès facing significant energy poverty, the Sun4All project supported the creation of a local energy community model integrating public and private sectors. The goal? Empowering the community with self-consumption of renewable energy and selling surplus energy. Key steps included identifying engaged stakeholders, conducting energy studies, and creating an economic plan to support vulnerable households. While the legal framework isn't final yet, the project has paved the way for prioritising vulnerable communities and addressing energy poverty at its roots. Lessons learned? It's essential to combine energy actions with strong communication, foster collaboration, and set short-term goals that lead to long-term impact. Let’s continue working together towards a sustainable energy future! 💡🌱 🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3MZ8lBV #Sun4All #EnergyTransition #EnergyCommunities #SustainableFuture #EnergyPoverty #ConsellComarcalGironès

🔔 Today marks the official end of the Sun4All Project!🔔 After three years of shining a light on #energypoverty, today, 30 September 2024, we power down this innovative EU initiative that has helped vulnerable households switch to #renewableenergy, cutting their energy bills and empowering communities. Though Sun4All ends today, this is just the spark we need to continue the fight for a fair #energytransition and brighten the future of #energyrights for all! 🌍💡 In the coming weeks, we’ll share key recommendations and resources to help you stay plugged in to this important topic. ⚡ To thank you for your support, we’ve prepared a special video reflecting on what Sun4All represents for our team and their hopes for the future. It’s a look back at the collaboration, trust-building, and sunny outlook that made this project so rewarding. Our team also shares advice for future projects in tackling energy poverty and highlights the importance of spotlighting local adaptation and strong partnerships. 🎥 Watch the video and let us know in the comments: What does Sun4All mean to you? Thank you for being a bright spark on this journey. Let’s keep pushing for a sustainable and inclusive future! 🌱🔆 Sapienza Università di Roma | Ecoserveis Cultura Energètica | Roma Capitale | Universitetet i Stavanger (UiS) | INES - Institut National de l'Energie Solaire | Communauté de communes Cœur de Savoie | Institut Jacques Delors | ICLEI Europe | Câmara Municipal de Almada

🌿⚡️ As the EU moves towards a sustainable energy future, Member States play a crucial role in nurturing energy communities. These communities not only foster local renewable energy but also deliver broad environmental, economic, and social benefits. Comprehensive frameworks and tailored provisions are essential for their growth and success. Regional and local governments must have the necessary resources to support these initiatives. From the #Sun4All project, here are some key recommendations: 6️⃣ Ensure regional and local governments have adequate financial, technical, and human resources to support the development of energy communities, especially those targeting energy poverty. 🔗 Read all the recommendations in #Sun4All policy brief: https://bit.ly/46sWrt7 What do you think? How can member States best support energy communities and inclusive renewable energy schemes? Share your ideas below! 🌱🔋 #EnergyTransition #EnergyCommunity #RenewableEnergy

🌞 Lumiar Civil Parish: Updates from #Sun4All Community of Practice 🌞 Lumiar joined #Sun4All in early 2024, but their renewable energy journey began in 2020. Their flagship project features a 7.15 kW solar PV installation on a public building, benefiting 17 members, including 3 energy-poor households. Key milestones: ✅ 7.15 kW PV shared with families & parish ✅ 34 kW PV installation for a sports facility underway ✅ Expanding to 60 members, including local businesses & NGOs Lumiar’s success shows the power of community-driven energy solutions! ⚡️💡 🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3BdCIlF #RenewableEnergy #EnergyPoverty #CommunityPower #Sustainability

🌍🔋 As the EU advances towards a sustainable energy future, Member States play a pivotal role in nurturing energy communities. These communities not only foster local renewable energy but also deliver broad environmental, economic, and social benefits. Comprehensive frameworks and tailored provisions are essential for their success, with regional and local governments needing adequate resources to support these initiatives. From the #Sun4All project, here are some key recommendations: 5️⃣ Leverage new EU state aid rules to exempt RECs from mandatory competitive bidding processes under certain conditions. Design special tenders that recognize the social and democratic value of energy community projects. 🔗 Read all the recommendations in #Sun4All policy brief: https://bit.ly/46sWrt7 What do you think? How can member States best support energy communities and inclusive renewable energy schemes? Share your ideas below! 🌱🔋 #EnergyTransition #EnergyCommunity #RenewableEnergy

🌿 In the stunning Aosta Valley, Unité des Communes Valdôtaines Grand-Paradis is leading the charge against #EnergyPoverty as part of the #Sun4All Community of Practice! In 2023, they developed an innovative plan focusing on: ✅ Financial assistance for renewable energy bills ✅ Solidarity-based energy communities ✅ Empowering 8,500+ families with sustainable energy solutions By collaborating with regional and European partners, the Unité is building a brighter, greener future for their 13 municipalities. 🌍💡 🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3zt0itW #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #CommunityEnergy #AostaValley #EnergyTransition

🌿⚡️ As the EU advances towards a sustainable energy future, Member States play a crucial role in nurturing energy communities. These communities not only foster local renewable energy but also deliver broad environmental, economic, and social benefits. Comprehensive frameworks are essential for their growth and success, with tailored provisions ensuring they benefit the community over mere profits. Regional and local governments must be well-equipped to support these initiatives on the ground. From the #Sun4All project, here are some key recommendations: 4️⃣ Ensure that participation in energy communities and collective self-consumption schemes does not lead to loss of tax or social welfare benefits, making participation financially viable for all community members. 🔗 Read all the recommendations in #Sun4All policy brief: https://bit.ly/46sWrt7 What do you think? How can member States best support energy communities and inclusive renewable energy schemes? Share your ideas below! 🌱🔋 #EnergyTransition #EnergyCommunity #RenewableEnergy

🌞 Sezze’s Progress in the #Sun4All Community of Practice 🇮🇹 The Municipality of Sezze (Latina, Italy) is making strides in tackling energy poverty by building a renewable energy community. Despite challenges, including low initial engagement, the project has: ✅ Educated residents on energy issues through workshops. ✅ Targeted energy-poor families with tools to reduce consumption & access incentives. ✅ Secured €1.8M to develop a social farm with a PV plant, supporting social initiatives. Sezze continues to focus on creating a solidarity-driven energy community and fostering local partnerships. 🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3B2BUzK #EnergyPoverty #RenewableEnergy #SocialInclusion #Sezze Lidano Lucidi Sindaco di Sezze

🌞 Join the upcoming #Sun4All Webinar on Energy Communities & Energy Poverty, organised by AGENEAL with Câmara Municipal de Almada. 🗓️ When? Wednesday, 11th September at 10:30 AM (🇵🇹 in Portuguese) 👥 Target: Municipalities, energy agencies, and organisations interested in energy communities & combating energy poverty. 📅 Event highlights: - Panel 1: Policies on Energy Communities & Energy Poverty - Panel 2: Sun4All Project Replication & Energy Support System 🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/4dROXTf Let’s explore innovative solutions for a brighter, more equitable energy future! #Sun4All #EnergyCommunities #EnergyPoverty #Sustainability