From solar roofs to shared power: Pioneering community energy in the Czech Republic
August 25, 2025
Community energy pioneers know that much hard work is needed before they can seamlessly share power between one another. In spite of all obstacles, they believe the project is worth it.
Why the EU budget needs a democratic reset – a Czech civil society perspective
July 25, 2025
As the European Union begins shaping its post-2027 budget – the next multiannual financial framework – the challenges ahead are significant. From accelerating climate change to geopolitical tensions and conflicts, the EU needs a budget that is both responsive and forward-looking. Yet, despite the far-reaching impact these decisions will have on millions of Europeans, the process by which they are made still falls short of being truly democratic.
The billion euro question – What has been achieved with the EU’s Western Balkans Energy Support Package?
July 22, 2025
In November 2022, the European Commission announced a EUR 1 billion Energy Support Package for the Western Balkans to mitigate the immediate effects of the energy crisis and accelerate the energy transition in the region.
A budget aware of the challenges, yet falling short on solutions for a resilient future
July 16, 2025
Despite bold rhetoric on climate and environmental leadership, the European Commission’s proposal for the next long-term EU budget, published today, falls short of aligning future EU spending with the needs of a climate-neutral EU. It fails to provide a clear, enforceable vision for beneficiaries of EU funds to tackle today’s multiple challenges by directing public funds towards building a more resilient, just, and environmentally sustainable economy.
Recommendations for the EIB Group: Shaping the 2026–2030 Climate Bank Roadmap
July 15, 2025
The publication outlines the European Investment Bank’s transformation into the EU’s first public international financial institution to stop funding fossil fuels in both developed EU Member States and developing countries and significantly increasing investments in climate action and environmental sustainability.
Adapting the Just Transition Mechanism to the needs of regions in transition
July 11, 2025
This discussion paper synthesises contributions from members of the Just Transition Platform’s ‘Future of Just Transition’ Working Group and other key stakeholders on the potential design of future support for a just transition in Europe.
Estfeed Datahub: Powering Estonia’s digital energy future
July 10, 2025
As our energy systems shift towards decentralisation and renewable energy sources, it’s becoming increasingly important for energy markets to be open, understandable, and accessible to everyone, including large companies, local communities, and individuals. Transparency and easy access to energy data play a key role in this transition. In Estonia, the Estonian Green Movement is working to raise public awareness and capacity around this topic.
Letter to the European Commission – EC should maintain a horizontal target for climate and environmental investments in the post-2027 MFF
July 8, 2025
We respectfully call on the Commission to maintain and strengthen a horizontal spending target for climate and the environment in the next EU budget.
Electrification of Riga’s heat supply brings balance to national grid
June 24, 2025
Riga’s main heat supplier, RĪGAS SILTUMS, is taking steps to transform the city’s heat supply. Having recently implemented a major electrification project, the company is now exploring options to introduce a pioneering heat storage solution for the Latvian capital.
Navigating the complexities of EU funds: Bulgaria’s struggle
June 13, 2025
The mid-term review was intended as a mechanism to address implementation issues and reallocate resources to priority areas. In reality, however, it has taken a very different turn.
