Get ready to dive headfirst into the EU islands call for the application of interest for 30 renewable islands for 2030. The aim of this call is to identify and provide technical support to 30 islands or groups of islands for the next three years.

As the warm embrace of summer draws near and the weather provides plenty of opportunities for beautiful photographs, we invite you to participate in our highly anticipated fourth Call for Postcards. We want to see your captivating snapshots of EU islands with their unique clean energy generation!

With island communities and experts from more than 15 EU countries the EU islands forum explored and discussed how to get to 100% renewable energy islands. Kadri Simon, European Commissioner for Energy, European Commission, launched the “30 to 30” challenge.

During the Clean energy for EU islands forum 2023, six deliberative sessions took place where islanders were able to discuss a variety of topics ranging from offshore windparks to habitability of islands.

Seven inspiring submissions have reached us from islands across the EU, sharing their remarkable journeys to clean energy.

The Association of Renewable Energy Sources of Croatia (OIEH) has completed the project of creating the study Action Plan for renewable sources at sea in Croatia. The Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Shipbuilding of the University of Zagreb, OIKON – Institute for Applied Ecology and the Island Movement were involved in the preparation of the study.

In 2023, a new project was initiated to establish an informative and educational web portal aimed at facilitating the energy transition on the Croatian islands. This unique platform, set to be published by the end of this month, will provide quick access to essential information regarding energy efficiency, renewable energy sources, and the active participation of islanders in the transition process.

The Irish Department of Rural and Community Development has launched its first Irish Islands policy in 27 years.

The objective of the European Green Deal is to achieve climate neutrality in Europe by 2050. This ambitious goal is being pursued through the implementation of policies and regulations that are reshaping various aspects of our lives, including how we live, consume, travel, work, and produce energy.

The instrument for the uniform development of the island was developed in cooperation with the Island Council. It is fully adapted to the islands and will enable the improvement of all levels of life on the island.

The Covenant of Companies recently launched a brand-new pledging scheme that supports European companies on their decarbonisation journey. By making a pledge, companies commit to taking climate action and reducing their carbon emissions.