Community-proofing the EU’s energy system by rebalancing roles and resources

The objective of this session is to discuss how local energy ownership can contribute to a just and secure energy transition. This is especially important now that the EU's dependence on imported energy sources and the implications of this on energy prices have become even more visible in light of the energy crisis. The session will focus on how the active participation of citizens and local governments in the energy market can be empowered through the implementation of the Clean Energy Package provisions for energy communities and be impacted by the upcoming Electricity Market Design reform. Responding to EUSEW’s theme, special attention will be paid to how energy communities could play a part in delivering a cost-efficient and green energy supply, reducing energy poverty and promoting energy security for all.

Speakers:

• Adela Tesarova, Head of Unit Consumers, Local Initiatives, Just Transition at Directorate-General for Energy, European Commission
• Dr Aike Müller, Senior Policy Officer Division Transformation and Public Participation (LC2), German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action
• Ada Amon, Chief Advisor to the Mayor of Budapest on Climate Affairs at Budapest City Hall
• Dimitris Katsaprakakis, Minoan Energy Communities, Professor at Department of Mechanical Engineering, Hellenic Mediterranean University
• Vedad Suljić, Project Manager at the Regional Education and Information Centre for Sustainable Development in South-East Europe, Balkan Solar Roof
• Stavroula Pappa, Policy Advisor, REScoop.eu

More information here.