News for topic Energy
Greifswald was honored with the European Energy Award (eea)
Published: 3 December 2021
In August 2021, Greifswald received the European Energy Award - a quality certificate for the sustainability of the energy and climate protection policies of municipalities.
Future trends in sustainable energy production
Published: 3 December 2021
First, Erik Tellgren, vice president of Växjö Energi AB, shared Växjö’s ambitious efforts to reach climate neutrality by 2030 and eventually, climate positivity. Located in the middle of Southern Sweden, Växjö is known for its wooden buildings as the city is surrounded by forest. Because of this, bioenergy makes up a large part of the city’s energy production and the company Växjö Energi itself is already completely fossil free.
Ready, set, apply — The third EUCF round is here
Published: 12 October 2021
The European City Facility initiative allows cities to access the grant of €60,000 to develop an investment concept - an initial step towards a fully-fledged business and financial plan. The third call for applications will be open until 17 December 2021!
EUCF’s second call for proposals is announced — get ready to apply!
Published: 8 March 2021
In the second EUCF round an even larger number of cities and municipalities will be selected to benefit from tailor-made support and access the grant of €60,000 to develop an investment concept - an initial step towards a fully-fledged business and financial plan.
The call for applications will be open from 29 March to 31 May.
Valmiera – a new member of Sustainable Cities Commission
Published: 10 February 2021
Valmiera – the evergreen city
Växjö a frontrunner towards climate neutrality
Published: 10 February 2021
By striving for excellence, Växjö has succeeded to build an international reputation for its environmental performance, starting with the BBC recognizing Växjö as the Greenest City in Europe in a broadcast in 2007. This led to a substantial international interest with hundreds of international visitor groups and report stories in international press.
European City Facility application for sustainable energy investments
Published: 14 May 2020
Pursuing for sustainable energy investments? — The European City Facility application opens 25th of May! The European City Facility is an initiative to support local investments in sustainable energy.
The Oslo region’s achievements in sustainable urban development – from climate budgeting to energy positive buildings
Published: 31 May 2019
Cities are the key drivers for a transition to more sustainable and resilient world Baltic Sea Region. Oslo, the Norwegian capital, was awarded the title of European Green Capital 2019 – a recognition of the city’s efforts and achievements in environmental, social and economic sustainability.
Participate in Vaasa Energy Week 20-24 March 2017
Published: 8 February 2017
The assortment of events and seminars is impressive - from Energy Business Forum to Cyber Security and Digitalization event, not forgetting the Wind Exchange and Solar and the Gas Exchange events. There will be something interesting for all branches of the energy sector!
Most events are public and free to attend! Registration is already open, so be quick! See the detailed programme from the link below and participate to the Vaasa Energy Week!
Apply to the Sustainable Energy Europe Award 2015!
Published: 28 January 2015
The dates are set for this year’s leading event on the promotion of a secure, clean and efficient energy for Europe. The EU Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) will take place from 15 to 19 June 2015 in Brussels and across Europe. The European Commission invites you to be part of it, organising an Energy Day, applying for the Sustainable Energy Europe Awards or attending one of the hundreds of events to take place during the entire month of June 2015.