During the POWER UP capacity building webinar held on 21 May 2025, we looked into the innovative local approaches to tackling energy poverty through community-driven renewable energy initiatives.
During 75 minutes we brought together municipal representatives and energy practitioners to share and discuss experiences from two pilot sites: Valencia (Spain) and Rožnov pod Radhoštěm (Czech Republic).
The session highlighted practical solutions that empower vulnerable households, foster social inclusion, and support a just energy transition by positioning local actors—so-called “social energy players”—at the heart of the change.
Moderation: Marine Cornelis, The NextEnergy Consumer
Speakers:
Miriam Eisermann, Energy Cities
Arturo Zea, Valencia Clima i Energia (Spain)
Tereza McLaughlin Vanova, SEMMO (Czech Republic)