Workshop: “Energy Transition – Communities, Business, and the Metropolis in Action”
As part of the BALTICBEAT project, we’re supporting local communities in driving the energy transition! 💪💚 On June 16th in Gdańsk, we were co-organizing the workshop:“Energy Transition – Communities, Business, and the Metropolis in Action” We explored how municipalities, citizens, and businesses can work together to shape a more sustainable energy future through citizen energy […]
The role of municipalities in developing energy cooperatives
Municipalities – although often underestimated – are one of the most important players in Poland’s energy transition. They are the ones who manage the local space, infrastructure and have direct contact with the inhabitants. As a result, they can play a key role in the development of energy cooperatives and other forms of local civic […]
BALTICBEAT representatives participating in the 3rd Congress of Energy Communities
🎉 BALTICBEAT at the 3rd Energy Communities Congress – advancing local energy resilience together! ⚡🌱 On June 9–10, 2025, the BALTICBEAT project team had the privilege to participate in the 3rd Energy Communities Congress in Białka Tatrzańska – the leading Polish event dedicated to the development of citizen energy and local government collaboration. Our team […]
Energy cluster, OSE and cooperative – what are the differences? (Poland)
In the world of renewable energy, there is more and more talk about new forms of cooperation: energy clusters, energy cooperatives and citizens’ energy communities (OSEs). Each is a different route to local independence, sustainability and integration of residents. But what are the differences? And which form to choose? Energy cooperative – neighbourhood cooperation for […]
Project Coordinator as a speaker of the DigiWind Energy Islands Webinar Series
We’re proud that our BALTICBEAT Project Coordinator Jolanta Mrozek – Kwiatkowska took part as a speaker of the DigiWind Energy Islands Webinar Series, focusing on the Baltic Energy Island Initiative! During the webinar, she introduced the goals and key components of the BALTICBEAT project – an initiative aimed at supporting local communities in their clean […]
Greenhouse gas (GHG) savings in energy communities: why measurement matters
How are GHG emission savings calculated in energy communities? To understand the environmental impact of energy communities, it is essential to quantify how much greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions they help avoid. This calculation provides a clear picture of the benefits of switching from fossil fuels to renewable energy. The process typically involves a few key […]
Meetings with representatives of energy cooperatives in Poland
On April 7–9, 2025, the Balticbeat team visited selected energy cooperatives operating in the southern provinces of Poland. The purpose of the visits was to learn about good practices and experiences of local governments and institutions that have decided to jointly produce renewable energy in a cooperative model. Most of the entities visited were cooperatives […]
Study visit to the Michałowo Biogas Plant
On April 3–4, 2025, a study visit to the Michałowo Biogas Plant took place, organized as part of the BALTICBEAT project – Building Commitment to Accelerate Clean Energy Transitions in the South Baltic. The visit was organized in response to the growing interest of local governments in creating energy communities based on biogas as a […]
The prosumer – who is it and what are their rights? (Poland)
The prosumer is not just an energy user – he is a local hero of the green transition. He is someone who takes responsibility for his energy future while producing and consuming renewable energy. In doing so, he cuts costs, cares for the climate and increases the energy independence of his home or business. Who […]
Pilot workshops in selected municipalities
We are pleased to announce that as part of Work Package 2 – Capacity Building Programme to Support Local Communities in Local Transition Processes, we have successfully conducted two pilot trainings in Poland. On March 3, a workshop was held at the Szemud Municipality Office as part of the BALTICBEAT project. The second pilot […]
