03/12/14
Protecting resources and using them respectfully
The total amount of natural resources is limited. Non-renewable raw materials such as metals and oil are being used up. Other resources such as soils, …
01/12/14
The hidden cost of EU trade deals
This report compiles all publicly available data on investor-state dispute settlement cases taken against EU member states since 1994. It highlights t …
01/12/14
Fracking Frenzy: how the fracking industry is threatening the planet
The global development of ‘unconventional’ fossil fuels such as shale gas has provoked much debate involving scientists, industry, political decision- …
24/11/14
Model legal frameworks for citizen-owned renewable energy
This report, by the Community Power project partner ClientEarth, argues that community power is an essential element in Europe’s low carbon energy tra …
24/11/14
Financing mechanisms for community energy projects
This compilation of best practical examples contributes to the development of viable financing and investment schemes for Community Power particularly …
24/11/14
Recommendations for the mobilisation of public-private financing for community energy
Within the EU budget 2014-2020, the next generation of European Structural and Investment Funds comprises a minimum of €23 billion to catalyse the ‘sh …
