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E 44 – The European Elections and the Future of Energy Policy, with Camille Defard, Jacques Delors Energy Centre

In the latest Energ’ Ethic episode, Marine Cornelis and Camille Defard from the Jacques Delors Energy Centre discuss the impact of the upcoming European elections on the EU’s energy policy. Delving into the roles of citizen engagement, the legacy of Jacques Delors, and the European Green Deal, this episode explores the critical crossroads at which Europe stands in its pursuit of a sustainable and equitable energy future.

7 February 2024 No Comments

Energy poverty

Renovating Europe’s Homes: A Journey Toward Sustainable Living

In a recent interview with ARTE, I stressed the pressing issue of summer energy poverty in Europe, a challenge that affects 20% of the population. This, along with insights from the Belgian Energy Renovation Week and the ComAct conference, underscores the urgent need for equitable and sustainable home renovations. Our focus must extend beyond energy efficiency to embrace community wellbeing and resilience, especially in the face of summer energy poverty. Join me in exploring how we can transform our approach to create homes that are not just energy-efficient, but inclusive and dignified spaces for all.

25 January 2024 No Comments

Energy consumers

An inspiring Belgian Energy Transition Congress to wrap up a year filled with public engagements

We need substantive dialogues and exchange good practices to make the energy transition a concrete reality. The Energy Transition Congress in Belgium was the right platform to do that.

15 December 2023 No Comments

Energy consumers

Reflections from the 15th Citizens Energy Forum

As an advocate for sustainable energy systems, I stress the importance of grassroots involvement in shaping policies and solutions, ensuring they resonate with the people’s needs and truly embody the spirit of energy citizenship.

10 November 2023 No Comments

Individual and collective energy self-consumption as a factor in the fight for the green and energy transition, and for economic and social balance

Energy consumers

Championing Individual and Collective Energy Self-Consumption: A Milestone for Sustainability and Social Equity

Discover Marine’s influential role in shaping Europe’s energy self-consumption policies with the EESC’s latest Opinion. Explore how this advances the green transition and social equity, and learn about collaboration opportunities for impactful policy development.

7 November 2023 No Comments

Energy poverty

A Day of Convergence: Milano Transition Days 2023 and the Path Forward on Energy Poverty Mitigation in Italy and beyond

Join Marine in reflecting on the Milano Transition Days 2023 of Fondazione Feltrinelli, discussing the urgent issue of energy poverty, systemic solutions, and the need for EU-wide policy action for a just energy transition.

25 October 2023 No Comments

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Energy Justice & ADR

The ADR Revision is Here – It’s a Missed Opportunity but We Can Turn the Tide

The European Commission’s ADR Directive revision falls short in key areas, impacting consumer rights, social justice, and the European Green Deal. Explore the good, the bad, and the fuzzy aspects of this critical proposal and learn how we can demand a more ambitious approach.

20 October 2023 No Comments

nature-inclusive, people-centred renewables manifesto

Just Transition

50 CSOs call for renewables acceleration to be nature- and community-inclusive

Next Energy Consumer takes a bold step in leading Europe towards energy justice by signing the Manifesto for Nature-inclusive, People-centred Renewable Energy. Discover the five key pillars that aim to make renewable energy beneficial for both nature and communities, setting the stage for a socially equitable and environmentally sustainable future.

11 October 2023 No Comments

Marine Cornelis speaking at CEER Customer conference

Energy consumers

The Right to Energy: Balancing Social and Environmental Emergencies in the Green and Digital Transition: CEER Customer Conference Speech

In the rapidly evolving landscape of energy and consumer rights, Marine Cornelis delivered an insightful speech at the prestigious CEER Customer Conference. With a focus on the green and digital transition, Marine emphasized the urgent need to balance social and environmental emergencies while ensuring consumer protection, energy security, and access to affordable and sustainable energy.

18 May 2023 No Comments

Consumer rights

FEL2050 Foro Español de Energía Limpia

Energy is an ecosystem where everyone plays a specific role in maintaining balance, like these giraffes in the savannah. Energy is more than a technical issue. It is a legal, commercial, cultural, and weather forecasting issue. It is deeply political.

31 January 2023 No Comments

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E 44 – The European Elections and the Future of Energy Policy, with Camille Defard, Jacques Delors Energy Centre

Renovating Europe’s Homes: A Journey Toward Sustainable Living

An inspiring Belgian Energy Transition Congress to wrap up a year filled with public engagements

Reflections from the 15th Citizens Energy Forum

Championing Individual and Collective Energy Self-Consumption: A Milestone for Sustainability and Social Equity

A Day of Convergence: Milano Transition Days 2023 and the Path Forward on Energy Poverty Mitigation in Italy and beyond

The ADR Revision is Here – It’s a Missed Opportunity but We Can Turn the Tide

50 CSOs call for renewables acceleration to be nature- and community-inclusive

The Right to Energy: Balancing Social and Environmental Emergencies in the Green and Digital Transition: CEER Customer Conference Speech

FEL2050 Foro Español de Energía Limpia

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E49: Cash Currents: Financing the Flow of Citizen Energy Communities

Energ’Ethic Podcast – 49 – Cash Currents: Financing the Flow of Citizen Energy, Stanislas D’Herbemont, RESCOOP.EU

Energ’Ethic Podcast – E48 – Tying the Laces of Sustainability: Earthbound Sneakers, with Mikael Hietala

Harnessing the Power of Our Voices for Sustainability

Energ’Ethic Podcast – E47 – Standards, the Compass for Navigating Climate Action, with Shana Gallagher, BSI

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