The aim of the project is to support the decarbonisation of cities through the establishment of Clean Energy Transition Assistance Centres (CETACs) in municipalities. They will be closely linked to the structure of the municipalities and will focus on the implementation of green policies, supporting citizens and businesses in energy transition. By raising awareness and involving key stakeholders, they will support the achievement of climate goals. An in-depth analysis of current situation, the development of bespoke action plans for municipalities and the trainings of dedicated staff in climate and energy policy knowledge, as well as the development of the soft skills needed to raise public awareness, will create spaces tailored to local circumstances. They will be a framework for municipal staffers, employees of public companies, NGOs and volunteers to carry out municipal climate policies towards citizens and companies and ultimately facilitate their way to net zero. Pilot centres will be set up in 5 European countries: the Czech Republic, Lithuania, Latvia, Poland and Romania to facilitate the dissemination of knowledge and the achievement of the 2050 climate goals.

PROJECT ACTIVITIES: 

• Development and implementation of action plans for CETACs adapted to local circumstances.
• Establishment of 5 local Clean Energy Transition Assistance Centres (CETACs) in municipalities to strengthen cooperation with citizens and businesses.
• Creation and implementation of theoretical and practical training programmes, workshops and study visits to improve the competences of CETAC staff and build interdepartmental cooperation in the municipalities.
• Involving citizens in reducing energy consumption through investments and positive change of habits.
• Involving private and public organisations in energy reduction activities by establishing strategic dialogues with stakeholders.
• Dissemination of project results at national and international level, including through the organisation of a final European conference.

EXPECTED PROJECT RESULTS: 

• Effective functioning of 5 local Clean Energy Transition Assistance Centres (CETACs).
• In-depth analysis of emissions and their reduction potential in pilot municipalities.
• Improved competences of municipal representatives in the implementation of decarbonisation initiatives among residents and representatives of local organisations.
• Strengthen municipalities' cooperation with the local community and the business sector on green transition.
• Support residents and businesses in energy efficiency measures.
• Promote the CETAC concept to more municipalities nationally and internationally.

PROJECT PARTNERS: 

• Seven, The Energy Efficiency Center Z.U. (SEVEn), CZ - coordinator
• Viesoji Istaiga 'Atnaujinkime Miesta' (Amiestas), LT
• Association of Municipalities Polish Network "Energie Cities" (PNEC), PL
• Ekodoma (Ekodoma), LV
• Augšdaugavas Novada Pašvaldības Centrālā Pārvalde (AUG), LV
• Statutární Město Ostrava (OST), CZ
• City and Municipality of Serock (Serock), PL
• Initiative Wohnungswirtschaft Osteuropa e.V. (IWO), DE
• Asociatia Orase Energie in Romania (OER), RO
• Municipiul Făgăraș (PMF), RO
• Voluntary Association of Local Self-Government Bodies Energy Efficient Cities of Ukraine (EECU), UA

DURATION: 1 October 2024 - 30 September 2027

FINANCING: Life+

This project has received funding from the European Union’s LIFE programme. Project No. 101167684 — LIFE23-CET-CETAC. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or CINEA. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.