Dear Madam, Dear Sir,

The European Commission invites schools across the European Union to take part in the “Film4Energy Challenge” by submitting a short video message (story or gif) about top tips on how to save energy, showcasing the importance of energy efficiency in their school, commune or city.

The competition has been extended until 31^st March 2022, so there is still time left to get involved!

What is this competition about?

Students aged 12 to 15 from all EU countries are invited to create a short video message, sharing their story about how we can save energy in our daily lives, teaching their relatives, friends, neighbours, the whole world about the benefits of energy-saving alternatives for heating, cooling, transport, and other daily activities.

The aim behind the challenge is to create a positive, educational impact on students, as well as their teachers, families and local communities.

With the winter season in full swing, it’s the perfect time to get creative and share your tips on saving energy! Schools can apply until 31^st March 2022.

How to apply?

You can find more information on competition rules and how to apply on the competition webpage.

Spread the word and submit your video!

Is your organisation active in the educational, youth and/or energy sector? Do you know students who have useful tips to share about saving energy?

Spread the word to local school across Europe and encourage to take part and submit their short video to the “Film4Energy Challenge”. Winning schools will see their video shared across Europe on the European Commission’s official channels.

The best entry will be awarded an Energy Day organised at their school!

Ready-to-use material for dissemination

We would also be very grateful for the competition’s promotion on your websites and social media channels. Please find a set of ready- to-use winter visuals, posts and two video teasers available in all EU languages on our dedicated file library (CIRCABC).

The two teasers can be also downloaded via the Audiovisual Service portal of the European Commission:

• teaser for students (english version)
• teaser for schools (english version)
• teaser for students (all versions)
• teaser for schools (all versions)

Should you wish to receive the materials directly in your local language, please let us know and we will gladly send them over via email to ENER-FILM4ENERGY@EC.EUROPA.EU. Feel free to download and use them. Don’t forget to include the #Film4Energy hashtag and tag @energy4europe!

Should you wish to publish a news article on your website, newsletter, or any other communication material, we remain available to provide you with tailored texts and visuals.

Thank you in advance for your help in promoting the “Film4Energy Challenge”. Having your organisation onboard will make a real difference in reaching out to the local schools across Europe and helping us raise awareness about energy efficiency.

Best Regards,

The Film4Energy Challenge Secretariat