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  • 17 April 2024

Support service for Citizen-led renovation: Call for Participants Now Open

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The support service for Citizen-led renovation offers comprehensive support to established and prospective energy communities, enabling them to drive energy renovations and renewable installations in residential buildings. The service addresses financial, legal, technical, and information barriers, facilitating the creation of future-proof residential spaces.

Who Can Participate?

The call targets energy communities, citizen groups, local authorities, NGOs, and other organisations actively involved or interested in spearheading citizen-led renovation projects. Whether an established energy community or a prospective one, all are encouraged to apply.

Your Role: Pilot, Learner, or Follower

Participants can choose from three pathways:

  • Pilots: Established energy communities receive support in project development, implementation, and replication.
  • Learners: Emerging energy communities or those in the planning phase are guided in capacity development for initiating and managing renovation projects.
  • Followers: Individuals and organizations interested in exploring the concept of energy communities/citizen-led renovation receive insights, learning materials, and networking opportunities.

Benefits for Your Community

Engaging in the Citizen-led Renovation project offers several advantages, including:

  • Co-developing project pipelines and investment plans
  • Assistance in administrative procedures and project management
  • Support in communication and citizen engagement
  • Mutual learning across pilot communities and regions
  • Access to a multi-stakeholder exchange platform

How to Apply

Interested parties can apply by filling out the application form available on the project website. Applications are open 31 May 2024. Additionally, supporting webinars will be held on 23 April and 14 May to provide further insights and assistance.

For more information and to apply, visit here or contact info@citizenledrenovation.com.

The Citizen-led Renovation project represents a significant step towards advancing citizen-led renovations and promoting sustainable energy practices across the EU.