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We aim to empower the development of sustainable energy community projects in European rural areas by supporting citizens and authorities to set up and maintain energy communities.
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Guidance documents
Access guidance documents on joining, setting up and maintaining rural energy communities.
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Best practice reports
Access a collection of reports showcasing rural energy community best practice examples.