Networks and cities' news

Advancing Investment Planning as partners enter the ‘Prepare for Re-Use’ Phase in Paris

Written by Aegli Gioumi

Partners from the URBACT Innovation Transfer Networks (ITNs) gathered in Paris on 4–5 February 2026 for the third and final phase of their joint capacity-building journey “Prepare for Re-Use”. The meeting brought together representatives from cities working to adapt and implement proven urban solutions in their local contexts. e-Trikala S.A. actively participated to the meeting and reports in this article main achievements and topics. 

Insights and advancements from quartely network journal #3

The EmPowerIngUs network continues to demonstrate how collaborative learning and knowledge transfer can accelerate local action against energy poverty across Europe. The project supports partner cities in adapting an integrated and participatory model that combines social, urban, and technological dimensions to address energy vulnerability. During the latest project phase, significant progress has been achieved by all partners.
 

A chat with Fabio Barbero, Etterbeek's Climate Plan coordinator

Written by Benjamin Sornin de Leysat

Fabio Barbero is the Climate Plan Coordinator for the municipality of Etterbeek. He is responsible for implementing a robust strategy to reduce the municipality’s direct greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030. This interview reviews Etterbeek’s strategy and actions, exploring how the Plan's priorities integrate considerations of energy poverty.

The EmPowerIngUs project redefining Urban Policy in Bulgaria

Written by Vanya Vandova

October 2025 marked a significant milestone in EmpowerIngUs' mission to tackle hidden energy poverty. The project participated in a high-level national discussion panel during the Annual Meeting of Local Authorities in Bulgaria: the biggest event in the country for local policies and trends in local self-government.

In Pomorie to tackle energy poverty

Written by Marta Acosta and Fernando Gonzalez

EmPowerIngUs partners gathered in Pomorie in September 2025 for the third Transnational Meeting of the network: a four-day event dedicated to sharing practical solutions to combat energy poverty and improve energy efficiency in urban communities.

Insights and advancements from from quartely network journal #2

Local groups and local stakeholders, what a role! One of the defining features of the URBACT Innovative Transfer Network is the central role played by the URBACT Local Groups (ULGs). EmPowerIngUs makes shows clearly how across the five partner cities, these multi-stakeholder platforms are supporting the transfer of the Energy Poverty Intelligence Unit (EPIU) Good Practice from Getafe, Spain, while adapting its methods to local contexts and priorities.

Although each city has developed its own governance structure, all ULGs share a common objective: bringing together public authorities, social actors, technical experts and community representatives to address energy poverty through collaborative and integrated approaches.