From Brussels to the Ground: How Innovative Models of Engagement Support Communities’ Empowerment

Recording of Thursday, December 12, 2024 | Sustainable Solar Europe 2024 | Language: English | Duration: 20:04 .

From Brussels to the Ground: How Innovative Models of Engagement Support Communities’ Empowerment

Most renewable installations will happen at the local level, making cities and local authorities the perfect candidates to accelerate the energy transition. But increased solar installations will need to go hand-in-hand with a reinforced participation of local communities to guarantee citizens’ empowerment and, ultimately, public support for the energy transition.

This session will explore how solar developers can engage with local citizens, and how collaborations between the public and the private sector are possible to facilitate energy communities and collective energy actions by reducing the operational burden for citizens while still guaranteeing sufficient local engagement.

Moderator

Michael Schmela
Executive Advisor & Director of Market Intelligence
SolarPower Europe

Speaker

Aron Lazarchick
VP Marketing and Growth
CleanWatt

Claudia Ferre
Energy Officer
Valencia Innovation Capital

Sofia Pinto Barbosa
Director Regulatory Affairs
Greenvolt

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