The idyllic island of Chalki is making remarkable strides in the realm of clean energy. Situated in the Aegean Sea, Chalki has embraced renewable energy sources to power its community. Through the installation of solar panels, the island has significantly reduced its reliance on traditional fossil fuels. This commitment to clean energy not only benefits the environment but also ensures a sustainable future for the island's residents. Chalki serves as an inspiring example of how small communities can contribute to the global shift towards clean and renewable energy solutions.

30 for 30 | 30 renewable islands for 2030

In 2023 we will select 30 islands that want to become fully renewable by 2030. Achieving fully renewable-energy-powered islands is the North Star objective for the third phase of the Clean energy for EU islands secretariat. At the #CE4EUislands forum 2023, we will discuss all the building blocks to be able to achieve that ambition.

We are happy to share our agenda with you. Looking forward to interesting keynotes by island stakeholders, an exciting site visit and parallel workshops with experts and island representatives.

The captivating island of Astypalea, located in the Aegean Sea, has become a frontrunner in clean energy transformation. Astypalea is revolutionising the public transport system with electric on-demand busses. With the support of the Greek government and private partners, the island is implementing an integrated system that includes electric vehicles, solar panels, and energy storage solutions. By transitioning away from fossil fuels, Astypalea aims to reduce its carbon emissions and promote eco-friendly transportation.

The enchanting island of Kythnos, nestled in the Aegean Sea, is paving the way for clean energy integration. With its commitment to sustainability and renewable energy, Kythnos has become a shining example of environmental stewardship. The island harnesses the abundant power of the sun through solar panels, effectively reducing its carbon footprint. In addition, Kythnos explores innovative solutions like wind turbines and energy storage systems to further optimise its clean energy capabilities.

La Graciosa, a beautiful island situated in the Canary Islands archipelago, has emerged as a pioneer in clean energy adoption. With its commitment to sustainability and environment as the largest marine reserve within the EU, La Graciosa has successfully harnessed the power of renewable energy as part of the REACT project. The island utilizes solar panels and founded an energy community after the REACT project's works were completed. La Graciosa's fresh water supply is entirely dependend on Lanzarote.

The Aran Islands, located off the west coast of Ireland, serve as a shining example of the clean energy transition. With a deep commitment to sustainability, these picturesque islands have embraced renewable energy sources to power their communities and create a micro-grid. This transition to clean energy not only benefits the environment but also provides economic opportunities for the local population. This way, the islanders aim to attract people and motivate them to move back to the islands.

INSULAE project aims to develop new innovative solutions for decarbonising European islands, which is crucial for achieving climate and energy goals, as well as for improving the quality of life on islands.

The Renewable Energy Community On Linosa (RECOnLi) project on Linosa, Italy, foresees the installation of a photovoltaic (PV) power plant on public land with a capacity of 405 kW, 40 kW installed on the public school rooftop and ten PV systems for private households with a total capacity of 120 kW, as well as a lithium-ion storage system with a capacity of 1.2 MWh and 0.35 MW to ensure a reliable supply of electricity from the PV systems to be installed by 2026.

Pantelleria is an Italian island and commune in the Strait of Sicily in the Mediterranean Sea, 100 kilometres southwest of Sicily and 60 km east of the Tunisian coast. Administratively, Pantelleria commune belongs to the Sicilian province of Trapani. The objective of this study is to evaluate the best solution for a 7MW solar plant at Pantelleria airport, achieving the highest IRR. The study focuses on providing sufficient information on the solution and thus identifies the highest financial savings over a 20-year period, taking into account the specific costs.

In this report, the completed first part of the CETA is first provided in the original Italian language in which it was written. The material can be used as is in the CETA of the islands. It contains the description of the context of the islands, in terms of the geography, economy and demographics, followed by an assessment of the island's current energy system. Due to the high touristic flows, there is a large seasonal variation in the energy consumption, with the highest peaks in July and August.