The Support service for Citizen-led renovation (CLR) is an EU initiative aiming to empower existing and prospective energy communities to put citizens in the driver’s seat for energy-saving renovation projects. Our support service for four selected pilots in Ireland, Portugal, Belgium and Bulgaria is underway to strengthen community building and assist in replicating programmes for energy renovations of buildings, including insulation, new technical systems and installing renewables.
Phase I assisted 4 pilot projects in overcoming financial, legal, technical, and informational barriers to deliver sustainable residential buildings.
In Phase II, CLR enhances its tailored support services for selected Pilots, Learners, and Followers by providing various levels of assistance. This includes one-on-one sessions, webinars, workshops, peer-to-peer learning, and community-driven events aimed at strengthening local capacities and replicating successful energy renovation models.
Building on this foundation, Phase III of the Support service is scaling up by establishing a network of 11 organisations (Energy Agencies, cooperatives, associations...) to support widespread citizen-led renovation. With a stronger infrastructure and an expanded support network, CLR aims to empower more citizens and communities to drive the transition toward energy-efficient and resilient buildings across Europe.
Latest News
Insights from the Citizen-led Renovation & Covenant of Mayors’ latest webinar
Including citizen-led renovation projects in national strategies can be a key factor in achieving climate neutrality.
The Citizen‑led renovation learner Collectif de la Roue has reached a major milestone in its journey towards supporting residents of the historic La Roue garden city in Brussels.
Cooperativa de Energie, Romania’s first citizen‑owned energy cooperative, is emerging as a catalyst in the country’s energy transition, demonstrating how community ownership, democratic governance, and innovative financing can convince people to become part of a movement.
Now open: Apply for the final ManagEnergy Master Class on Energy Communities! Scheduled from March to May 2026, this blended training program empowers Energy Agencies, cities & regions to foster citizen-led energy initiatives.
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