Topic of the Month (April 2026)
Each month a relevant topic and several sub-topics are covered in detail. For the Topic of the Month, content following a common thread is developed by BUILD UP Editorial Board in collaboration with the Board of Ambassadors and other relevant experts in the field. This includes producing articles, case studies, webinars and more, all in line with the specific topic selected. Relevant events are also identified and highlighted.
Topics of the Month are announced at the end of the previous month in our website and newsletter. Please write us if you wish to know more about our upcoming topics of the month.
This ToM explores the role of energy communities in the EU’s clean energy transition, focusing on:
- Revised EPBD provisions relevant to energy communities
- Citizen Energy Package
- Energy sharing and collective self-consumption in multi-apartment buildings
- Financing models for community-based building projects (LIFE CET, Energy Communities Facility, cooperative capital)
…and more!
- Policy and regulatory developments at EU, national or regional levels
- Societal issue where these relate to the energy efficiency and renewable energy in buildings
- Zero-emission buildings
- Building Renovation
- Financial support for energy efficiency in buildings, research and innovation
- Energy efficiency technologies and solutions
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Energy communities are emerging as a key instrument for a just transition, combining economic, social and territorial benefits with strong potential for citizen participation.
Publication
The European Court of Auditors reports that energy communities across the EU are expanding more slowly than expected. Legal uncertainty, limited participation and technical barriers continue to hinder their development, despite their potential role in supporting the energy transition.
News
A practical guide shows how storytelling can transform the communication of energy communities, connecting technical data with human narratives that build trust, participation, and action.
Publication
Join the MODERATE Final Conference in Turin and online to explore innovative solutions and key outcomes for advancing smart energy management in European buildings.
Event
Building conversations up with... Carlo Tacconelli, CEO at EnGreen.
News
The MASTERPIECE project demonstrates how digital tools can support energy communities (ECs) at different stages of the EC journey, helping citizens and local actors move from awareness to operation through real life pilot experiences across Europe.
Technical Article
A Brussels‑based citizen initiative has secured European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) support to launch energy renovation works for 36 dwellings in the La Roue garden city.
News
Ali lahko Energetski sveženj za državljane (angl. Energy Package) in prihajajoče sheme souporabe energije v Sloveniji pomagajo razširiti energetske skupnosti iz pilotnih projektov v širšo lokalno infrastrukturo?
Technical Article
Building conversations up with... Chris Vrettos, Senior Policy Advisor at REScoop.eu.
News
A European initiative is encouraging Mediterranean islands to lead the energy transition through local communities, combining technical innovation and citizen engagement to overcome structural barriers.
News