Simplify the Uptake of Community Energy by Leveraging Intermediaries and the Use of Digital Planning Tools
Open Access
- 29 September 2024
- book chapter
- Published by Springer Nature
- p. 17-29
Abstract
Policy Highlights: To achieve the recommendation stated in the chapter title, we propose the following: Ensure the follow-up and implementation of EU policy measures, including by conducting quality assessments and introducing national community energy targets. Foster institutional allies at local and regional levels. Provide access to and capacities for using digital planning tools. Nurture knowledge and method integration across STEM and SSH disciplines to develop practices and tools to effectively implement community-led initiatives.Keywords
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