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Marine Cornelis and other participants in the Citizens' Energy Forum
Energy consumers

Citizens’ Energy Forum and the 3rd Regulatory Roundtable on Energy Policy for Consumers: Who Is the Energy Transition Actually Helping?

Are we building energy systems that work for everyone—or just those who can afford to participate? After attending the Citizens’ Energy Forum and the 3rd Regulatory Roundtable, I came away with a mix of hope and concern. While there’s progress in making energy more affordable and accessible, we’re still sidelining too many people. From eight-year payback periods for retrofits to a growing digital divide, the question remains: how do we design solutions that fit into people’s lives, not overcomplicate them?

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Marine Cornelis' European Climate Pact Certificate
Energy consumers

Climate Equity: A Moral Imperative

Climate equity isn’t just a buzzword—it’s about fairness, ownership, and ensuring no one is left behind in the climate transition. As an EU Climate Pact Ambassador, I’ve been reflecting on the hard questions: Are we addressing the right issues? Are we building trust? Are we creating a legacy we can be proud of? This is a call to listen, involve, and act—with people, not just for them.

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Women leading the charge at ENLIT Europe 2024, in a panel led by Marine Cornelis
Energy consumers

Women Are Changing the Game in Energy

At Enlit Europe, we tackled the hard truths about gender inequality in the energy sector: women make up just 22% of the oil and gas workforce, earn 20% less than men, and are often absent from key decision-making roles. But this isn’t just about stats—it’s about solidarity, mentorship, and embracing the diversity women bring to the table. Women are changing the game, and it’s only the beginning.

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Speakers at ENLIT 2024 Session on Regaining Trust in the Energy Sector
Energy consumers

Who Do You Trust? And How Do You Build It?

Trust in the energy system is slipping. Rising bills, confusing policies, and distant decision-making have left many people feeling overlooked and skeptical. At Enlit Europe, we tackled the hard questions: How do we prove the energy transition benefits people directly? How do we rebuild trust when so many feel let down? The answers lie in clear communication, local collaboration, and showing real results—not someday, but now.

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