The Energy Poverty Advisory Hub (EPAH) – an initiative of the European Commission - has launched its new website with the aim of becoming the centre of energy poverty expertise in Europe for local authorities and all stakeholders interested in taking action to combat energy poverty. The EPAH website provides a clear explanation of what the Energy poverty advisory hub is and what its aims to achieve in the coming years. In addition, and more importantly, it offers easy access for local governments and their supporting organisations to see what is happening around the EU, notably: Discover local actions European local governments have begun to address energy poverty with inspirational projects tailored to their specific local needs. A new publication and online ATLAS will highlight such inspiring practices and local measures. Learn more about energy poverty and mitigating action Understanding, measuring, and monitoring energy poverty is an important step to alleviate it. Free access to tools can guide local governments and organisations in the process. The website will offer 3 open online training courses, with different levels and approaches to energy poverty. The courses aim to enable participants to enhance skills and competences in order to develop their own diagnosis, plans and projects to combat energy poverty. Additionally, a set of indicators will provide a snapshot of energy poverty issues in Europe. Explore the EPAH support system Addressing energy poverty is a priority, but may often face complex challenges. The EPAH helpdesk will assist and guide municipalities that want to launch local action on energy poverty. Moreover, local governments will have the chance to apply to open calls for dedicated support for their municipality in order to take the next step in the battle against energy poverty, with dedicated expertise and bilateral guidance by EPAH’s local and international experts. Related links Energy poverty advisory hub Energy poverty Details Publication date12 October 2021AuthorDirectorate-General for EnergyLocationBrussels
