Public participation in renewable energy projects and community benefits
The EU has set the stage for a faster transition to renewable energy with the Renewable Energy Directive (the ‘RED’ adopted in 2023). However, how we accelerate matters. While many projects are well-planned, poorly planned projects can harm nature and exclude communities, fuelling legitimate criticisms as well as opening the door to groups that would like to see all renewables blocked.
This publication unpacks the latest EU rules and details how and when citizens can get involved in renewable energy planning, from shaping policies to contributing to project proposals.
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