Description
The Communities for Climate (C4C) pilot action is launched by the European Commission to support 50 community-led projects in eleven countries of the EU (Croatia, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Romania, Spain and Sweden) accompanying them in the realisation of new and innovative ideas for citizens engagement to address climate and sustainability issues. These lighthouse projects will serve as a replicable model for other local communities willing to engage in climate projects across the EU. The scope of this action covers the four following areas: renewable energy, sustainable water management, circular and resource-efficient economy, and biodiversity.
level of support
EU-wide
support offered
Capacity Building (Masterclasses, Peer-to-Peer Learning, Technical Assistance)
Eligibility criteria
Open to local communities committed to climate actions in the following areas: renewable energy, sustainable water management, circular and resource-efficient economy, regenerating biodiversity. The selected initiatives will be located in one of the eleven eligible EU countries: Croatia, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Romania, Spain, and Sweden.
Application Process and Timeline
Call for applications are announced regularly.
Evidence Of Success
C4C thematic experts are guiding the selected local communities offering tailored support to help elevate their projects’ impacts.
Expert Opinion
C4C's tailored support and peer-learning model make it ideal for communities just beginning to explore climate-related energy projects.
