Islands that are committed to clean energy transition and have signed the Island Clean Energy Transition Pledge
San Pietro
The Island of San Pietro is located in the southwest of Sardinia, and about 5,950 inhabitants live on 51 square kilometres, characterised by pristine beaches and breathtaking scenery. In August 2019, up to 50,000 tourists reached this ‘paradise’. A relevant economic part rests on the sustainable fishing of bluefin tuna, unique for its culinary and healthy properties. On the island, the tuna is also processed and prepared for shipments around the world.
Ameland
Under the 30 for 2030 call the following activities are planned: Ownership Models for District Heating CompanyOwnership models and organisation for a heating company that is scenario-free and independent from the heat source. Ownership models to operate the network and retain revenues on the island, considering existing examples and requiring legal expertise. Development of a business case and risk management plan.Feasibility Study for District Heating NetworkThermal resources assessment and business models, including geothermal and other resources.
Madeira
As part of the 30 for 2030 call the following activities are plannedA technical and financial review of the plans for four micro-hydro plants will encompass an evaluation of energy assessments, technical solutions, the preparation of technical tenders, and their compatibility with the water supply system.
Texel
The island of Texel is located north of the Dutch part of the Waddensee and part of the North Holland province.
Lampedusa
Lampedusa is one of the Italian Pelagie Islands in the Mediterranean Sea.
The Comune di Lampedusa e Linosa (municipality) in cooperation with Politecnico di Torino applied to the second round of the Clean energy for EU islands technical assistance in March 2022 to receive financial support on a project that is currently at the concept status: RE24S project, in Lampedusa.
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