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This report delivers technical assistance for the “Gamechanger” award on Cres and Lošinj, aiming to accelerate their clean energy transition. It assesses the islands’ current energy systems and identifies opportunities for impactful interventions, including large-scale solar PV deployment, energy storage, and smart grid technologies. The report also explores synergies between energy, mobility, and tourism sectors, proposing integrated solutions such as electric mobility hubs and energy-efficient infrastructure.

This report outlines technical assistance provided to the island of Chios to support its shift toward a sustainable energy system. It includes an assessment of the island’s current energy profile, identifies key challenges such as high fossil fuel dependency and limited renewable integration, and proposes actionable solutions. Recommendations focus on expanding solar PV installations, improving energy efficiency in buildings, and exploring e-mobility options.

This report presents a comprehensive energy transition plan for Cape Clear Island, focusing on reducing reliance on imported fossil fuels and enhancing local renewable energy generation. It includes an assessment of the island’s current energy consumption, infrastructure, and emissions. The plan proposes a phased approach to decarbonisation through energy efficiency upgrades, the electrification of transportation, and the integration of renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar.

This study investigates options for decarbonising small boat transport on off-grid Scottish islands. It reviews current maritime energy use and evaluates alternative propulsion technologies, including hybrid diesel-electric systems and fully electric boats. The report compares these technologies based on environmental impact, economic feasibility, and technological maturity. It includes case studies from Norway, Denmark, and the UK to illustrate successful implementations of battery-powered ferries and smaller vessels.

This study evaluates the environmental impact of different vehicle types—internal combustion engine (ICE), hybrid, and electric vehicles (EVs)—on off-grid Scottish islands. Using life cycle assessment (LCA), it compares emissions from vehicle production, operation, and end-of-life phases. The report presents two decarbonization scenarios and highlights the benefits of transitioning to EVs, especially when powered by local renewable energy.

This report establishes a baseline of energy consumption and CO₂ emissions for selected off-grid Scottish islands. It analyses electricity use, heating and cooling demands, and transport-related energy consumption both on the islands and for connections to the mainland. The study aims to support the islands' transition to clean energy by identifying key areas for decarbonisation and energy efficiency improvements. It serves as a foundational step for developing tailored clean energy transition plans for each island.

This report examines the legal and environmental planning framework for wind turbine development on the Danish island of Fejø. The report identifies key spatial and environmental challenges, as most potential sites are located near protected areas such as Natura 2000 zones and behind beach protection lines.

This report provides an overview of the legal framework for spatial and environmental planning in Denmark and examines the opportunities for developing wind turbines in selected sites on Venø. The island transition team aims to develop a community-owned wind turbine. The potential area for selecting a site to develop wind turbines is on the south side of the island. Based on the secretariat’s findings, most of the environmental and spatial barriers are found on the northern side of the island.

As one of the frontrunners in Denmark’s island energy transition, Fejø has taken an important step in grounding its Clean Energy Transition Agenda (CETA) in the reality of local engagement. Despite strong momentum, the Fejø Transition Team has recently encountered challenges navigating Denmark’s complex legal planning framework, forcing a period of reflection and adaptation.Fejø, part of a small archipelago off the coast of Lolland, has seen its dedicated volunteers put significant effort into crafting a vision for a sustainable future.