The DECA project is excited to announce an upcoming case-study-based webinar as part of our Learning Labs under Activity 1.4. This engaging session will take place on February 28, 2025, at 11:00 CET and will spotlight how local communities in Portugal are pioneering renewable energy initiatives to combat energy poverty and drive digital innovation in energy sharing.

Webinar Focus: Citizen-Led Energy Communities

Rather than a theoretical discussion, this webinar will dive into a real-world success story—The Telheiras/Lumiar Renewable Energy Community—a citizen-driven initiative that is redefining local energy management and accessibility in Portugal.

Guest Speaker:

Miguel Macias Sequeira
PhD Candidate & Coordinator of the Telheiras/Lumiar Renewable Energy Community

What You Will Learn:

• The structure and creation process of the Telheiras/Lumiar Energy Community and how it serves energy-poor households
• Digital tools enabling efficient energy sharing and accessibility
• The broader impact of energy communities on Portugal’s energy transition
• A 10-step practical guide for replicating this community-led model elsewhere

Event Details:

• Date & Time: February 28, 2025, at 11:00 CET
• Location: Online (Microsoft Teams)
• Register here: https://tinyurl.com/bdfewhnx

This webinar is an open learning opportunity for all—from policymakers to energy practitioners, researchers, and local communities—to gain insights into the transformative power of community-driven renewable energy initiatives.

Find promotional materials, including social media visuals, posters, and example announcements, on the Sharedrive to help spread the word, thanks to the efforts of our team member Martina.

Join us in this interactive and practical session as we explore how local action can shape the future of decentralized, digitalized, and democratized energy systems in Europe!

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