Entrepreneurship Day in Kęty – Inspiration, Knowledge and Cooperation
On March 31, 2026, Entrepreneurship Day took place in Kęty – an event addressed to local entrepreneurs, representatives of local government, and all those interested in the economic and energy development of the region. The meeting was held at the Community Activity Centre Rynek 13 and brought together participants eager to expand their knowledge and establish new connections.
The event began with an official welcome delivered by the Mayor of the Kęty Municipality, Mr. Marcin Śliwa. In his speech, he presented the key development plans for the municipality, emphasizing the importance of transport, energy, and environmental initiatives.
#ClimateFactsMatter in Bielsk-Biała!
The city of Bielsko-Biała, a long-standing active member of our Association, has been participating in the #ClimateFactsMatter campaign, which aims to counter climate disinformation and strengthen public awareness about climate change and its consequences. The campaign, funded by the European Commission, is based on three simple pillars: be aware (that disinformation exists), be prepared (to verify information), and be informed (check facts about climate action). According to a 2025 study, as many as 49% of EU citizens find it difficult to distinguish reliable information about climate change on social media from disinformation.
The workshop “Construction Collage” – how buildings shape the Climate
On March 27, 2026, as part of the OUR-CEE and CETAC projects, the workshop “Construction Collage” took place. It focused on analyzing the impact of buildings and infrastructure on the climate and the natural environment. The session was led by Ms. Anna Desogus, founder of Circular Together and an expert in sustainable construction.
Decarbonisation of healthcare facilities – exchange of experience and good practices during the meeting in Elk
On 18-19 March 2026, the fourth interregional learning event of the DAPHNE project, dedicated to the decarbonisation of the healthcare sector in EU regions, took place at the Science and Technology Park in Elk. The event brought together experts, hospital directors and representatives of local authorities, with the aim of exchanging good practices in energy efficiency and innovative environmental solutions. The meeting was opened by Mirosław Hołubowicz, Deputy Mayor of Elk, and Anna Jaskuła, Director of the Association of Municipalities Polish Network “Energie Cités”. A key highlight of the agenda was an expert session during which representatives of hospitals from Poland, Belgium, Italy and Greece presented their achievements in implementing environmentally friendly solutions.
Badanie ankietowe dot. stan lokalnego planowania ciepłowniczego w gminach regionu Morza Bałtyckiego
Ogrzewanie i chłodzenie odpowiadają za znaczną część zużycia energii oraz emisji gazów cieplarnianych w Europie. Dlatego też strategiczne planowanie zaopatrzenia w ciepło stanowi kluczowe narzędzie w realizacji celów klimatycznych i energetycznych. Z tego względu znowelizowana w 2023 roku Dyrektywa UE w sprawie efektywności energetycznej zobowiązuje Państwa Członkowskie do przeprowadzenia kompleksowej oceny w zakresie ogrzewania i chłodzenia oraz wsparcia gmin w planowaniu transformacji energetycznej sektora ciepłownictwa. Celem jest rozwój niskoemisyjnych systemów dostaw ciepła i chłodu, opartych na efektywności energetycznej i źródłach odnawialnych.
Large-Scale Heat Pumps in District Heating Systems – Study Visit to Austria
How can heat pump-based district heating accelerate the decarbonisation of district heating networks? Partners of the SUPPORT DHC and ENABLE DHC projects explored this question during a study visit held on 24-25 February 2026. Participants had the opportunity to learn about the practical applications of large-scale heat pumps and their integration into district heating systems in Gleisdorf and Vienna.
2nd European Climate Pact Forum
The 2nd Forum of the European Climate Pact, held on February 24, 2026, at the European Commission Representation in Warsaw, has concluded. For another year, we had the pleasure of organizing this unique event, bringing together experts and leaders working on climate issues. This year's edition was attended by 35 Ambassadors and Partners, who actively participated in discussions and exchanged experiences. It was a day full of inspiring conversations and concrete examples of actions that truly support climate transformation.
Welcoming new Ambassadors and Partners of the European Climate Pact
On February 17th, an online meeting for new Ambassadors and Partners of the European Climate Pact was held. During the event, we presented the activities of our Association and discussed our role as the National Coordinator of the European Climate Pact in Poland.
During the meeting, participants learned about the Pact's mission and vision, as well as opportunities to engage in its activities. They also learned about the applicable rules, communication channels and planned events.
TWINUP4CE Kick-off Meeting
On 3-4 February 2026, the kick-off meeting of the TWINUP4CE project, co-funded by the Interreg Central Europe programme, took place in Kranj. Ten representatives from five partner organisations from Slovenia, Croatia, Poland, the Czech Republic, and Hungary met for the first time to plan activities focused on aligning workforce competencies with current and future labour market needs, as well as enhancing the readiness of both employed and unemployed individuals to face the challenges of green and digital transformation.
From Information to Action: Effective Climate Communication at the Local Level – webinar highlights
In recent years, it has become increasingly clear that information alone is not enough to encourage residents to take climate action. That is why effective communication, which builds trust and shows residents that change is possible here and now at the municipal or city level, is gaining importance. These issues were the focus of the webinar “From Information to Action: Effective Climate Communication at the Local Level”, held on January 28, 2026, on Zoom. The event brought together representatives from local governments, NGOs, and public institutions interested in building effective communication models and providing real support to residents in the energy transition.
