Energy-plus communities

Local initiatives to drive the energy transition

A NEW DEVELOPMENT MODEL

In France, the Energy Transition Act and new governance models have given local authorities new opportunities. The energy transition will take place at the local level, and local governments have a major role to play in terms of controlling energy consumption, promoting renewable energy, and improving air quality. The energy-plus community initiatives implemented under the Energy Transition Act share one major objective: to reduce their energy needs. These communities are setting the example, experimenting with a new model for development that is less resource-intensive and more economical.

 

Tenerrdis Commission for Innovative Local Energy Solutions 

Tenerrdis set up a Commission for Innovative Local Energy Solutions to respond to two needs:

 

The Commission’s actions include: