Welcome to the Clean Energy for EU Islands Secretariat!

We are a one-stop-shop for Europe’s island communities transitioning to clean energies. Whether you are looking to connect with other island communities, technical experts, if you need support on project development, or if you're just looking for practical materials to help you advance the transition on your island - you're in the right place.

Are you looking to join the EU islands community, or curious about how we can support your community in particular? Come in, and find out!

 

NEWS

Ireland starts public consultation for new offshore islands policy
Press release from the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht on the consultation process to help in the first formation of an Islands action plan in 23 years.
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Scotland publishes National Islands Plan
Published on 27 December 2019, the plan sets out the main objectives and strategy of the Scottish Ministers in relation to improving outcomes for island communities.
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Profile: Samsø – an island inspiring energy communities around the world
In 2019, representatives of the European Commission visited the island of Samsø and the Samsø Energy Academy, where they had the opportunity to learn about the island community’s clean energy transition journey from the Energy Academy’s team.
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Events

Find events relevant to the clean energy transition on EU islands here! To keep you informed about as many interesting events as possible, we include events organised by the EU Islands Secretariat as well as from external organisers.
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Webinar: Renewable energy on islands: electricity storage and integration challenges.
10.02.2020
GoToWebinar Clean Energy for EU Islands Secretariat
Are batteries enough to complement wind and solar production? Can we increase renewable generation on islands without compromising the stability of the electricity grid? Join us for a webinar on electricity storage and integration challenges! READ MORE
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Workshop: Culatra, a sustainable energy community
13. - 14.02.2020 Faro & Culatra Clean Energy for EU Islands Secretariat
Culatra, one of the six pilot islands which aim to become a lighthouse of the energy transition among the EU islands, is hosting the EU Islands Secretariat's next workshop. In cooperation with Cula READ MORE
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World Sustainable Energy Days 2020
04. - 06.03.2020 Wels, Austria World Sustainable Energy Days
The World Sustainable Energy Days 2020 will discuss strong policy options, competitive business models, technology innovation, investments and the involvement of the citizens when looking at the concepts of "energy efficiency first" and "global leadership in renewables". READ MORE
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