They are bringing together public authorities and municipal energy agencies with representatives of EU institutions and private investors to talk about cites’ priorities, needs, and challenges that impact the speed of the energy transformation on the local level. We will highlight the findings from Prospect+ consultations on public authorities’ attitudes to innovative financing instruments and to decreasing reliance on traditional ;

Speakers will explore the needs and the barriers cities face when public funding for their energy transition is limited. We will share recommendations, postulates, and successful examples of projects which, despite challenges, did not rely solely on subsidies. As part of the continuous dialogue, representatives of EU institutions and private investors will give an overview of support opportunities and initiatives under development.