The Clean energy for EU islands secretariat is inviting island communities to submit videos that showcase their clean energy transition and ambitions. This initiative provides an opportunity for island communities to share their clean energy needs and goals with high-level European decision-makers.
Resilient islands, resilient Europe Under the motto "Resilient islands, resilient Europe", the forum will focus on the governance of the decarbonisation of EU islands and on the alignment of all stakeholders for a just energy transition. First-hand testimonies from the transition teams of the 30for2030 islands will provide key insights to empower islands and their communities through the alignment of stakeholders’ views, priorities, and objectives.
The Clean energy for EU islands secretariat has released an updated version of its Regulatory Inventory, now available on its website.This updated resource provides a clear and accessible overview of the regulatory frameworks shaping the clean energy transition on EU islands.
Join the EU islands secretariat on the Azores for the annual #CE4EUislands Forum!Island communities, experts, and stakeholders will meet to explore how to achieve a 100% renewable energy future while balancing environmental, economic, and social priorities.SAVE THE DATE: 14-15 May 2025, São Miguel, AZORES, PORTUGALPlease find more information on the EU islands forum 2025 here.
While islands are particularly vulnerable to climate change, they enjoy a naturally high potential of renewable energy sources to harness. Many islands have abundant renewable energy potential, which can be tapped to lead decarbonisation. However, access to reliable, clean and competitive sources of energy remains a main concern of island communities in the EU. Although it is often technically and financially possible to develop renewable energy projects on islands, legal and regulatory frameworks, whether EU, national, regional or local, are not always fitfor purpose.
What’s the issue?Islands are integral to the economic, environmental and cultural fabric of many OECD countries.
The purpose of this study is to examine ways for Fejø to accelerate its clean energy transition through decentralised renewable energy generation.
In this study, a pre-feasibility assessment and analysis of alternatives and options for a biomass energy plant in Lipari, supplied with the organic fraction of municipal solid waste (OFMSW) from the Aeolian Islands, were performed. The study includes preliminary sizing, cost estimation of the plant, and assessment of the costs and emissions associated with transport and processing. As this is a pre-feasibility, the focus was placed on the key challenges and opportunities of a small-scale biowaste plant.
Battery Energy Storage systems are a critical enabling technology for the transition to a low-carbon energy sector. As renewable energy penetration grows, driven by carbon neutrality targets such as the EU's 2050 objective, the need to store intermittent energy from solar and wind sources becomes increasingly important.
Airborne Wind Energy Systems (AWES) represents a novel approach to renewable power generation by capturing stronger and more consistent winds found at high altitudes well above the reach of traditional wind turbines. These high-altitude winds hold significantly greater energy potential, offering an opportunity to generate electricity more efficiently and in locations where conventional wind infrastructure may not be feasible.