Policy instruments
Discover the policy instruments that the partners of this project are tackling.
A means for public intervention. It refers to any policy, strategy, or law developed by public authorities and applied on the ground to improve a specific territorial situation. In most cases, financial resources are associated with a policy instrument. However, an instrument can also sometimes refer to a legislative framework with no specific funding. In the context of Interreg Europe, operational programmes for Investment for Growth and Jobs as well as Cooperation Programmes from European Territorial Cooperation are policy instruments. Beyond EU cohesion policy, local, regional, or national public authorities also develop their own policy instruments.
The PI addresses Competitiveness Programme - CZ - ERDF, exactly the Priority 4: Low Carbon Economy, SO Promoting energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions with an allocation of € 418M€.
Supported activities include installation of renewable sources for the enterprise's own consumption (using biomass, solar systems, heat pumps and photovoltaic systems). The beneficiary is a business entity, a SME or large enterprise, including agricultural entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs in the food industry and retail.
Actions described in the OE 3.2 includes the integration of EE and RES technologies in companies. However, until now the major investment has been for EE in SME-buildings, with some industry representation, with EE and RES integration.
The funding lines are described emphasizing in EE and RES separately, but now, in order to increase energy independency of the industries, the companies require to cover energy consumption with a mix of technologies and solutions which are independent from the market prices variation.
The proper combination of technologies, including EE, RES, Smart Grid, and storage will mean a direct increase of independency and competitiveness of industrial production.
Competitiveness Programme - CZ - ERDF needs to be improved by including combined options for funding full industry actuations, by identifying appropriate KPIs to allow MA to choose between technologies depending on the final macro-economic impact in the industries.
Supported activities include installation of renewable sources for the enterprise's own consumption (using biomass, solar systems, heat pumps and photovoltaic systems). The beneficiary is a business entity, a SME or large enterprise, including agricultural entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs in the food industry and retail.
Actions described in the OE 3.2 includes the integration of EE and RES technologies in companies. However, until now the major investment has been for EE in SME-buildings, with some industry representation, with EE and RES integration.
The funding lines are described emphasizing in EE and RES separately, but now, in order to increase energy independency of the industries, the companies require to cover energy consumption with a mix of technologies and solutions which are independent from the market prices variation.
The proper combination of technologies, including EE, RES, Smart Grid, and storage will mean a direct increase of independency and competitiveness of industrial production.
Competitiveness Programme - CZ - ERDF needs to be improved by including combined options for funding full industry actuations, by identifying appropriate KPIs to allow MA to choose between technologies depending on the final macro-economic impact in the industries.
Partners working on this policy instrument
Ministry of Industry and Trade
Czech Republic
Praha
Regional Operational Programme 2021-2027 Epirus Region is a funding program implemented with the support of European Funds, primarily the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The programme includes initiatives and actions related to green investments, energy efficiency, renewable energy, storage, as well as support for SMEs and industrial development.
The specific priorities and focus areas of Regional Operational Programme 2021-2027 Epirus Region may vary, but sustainable and green practices are commonly emphasized in Region of Epirus operational program. Within the framework of Regional Operational Programme 2021-2027 Epirus Region, there are funding streams or specific measures aimed at promoting renewable energy projects, enhancing energy efficiency in industries and buildings, supporting the deployment of energy storage solutions, and providing assistance to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and industrial sectors in the region.
The results of the project can ameliorate or optimize ROP strategies such as the "Environmental protection and sustainable development". It increases energy efficiency in public and private buildings, reduce the energy footprint of urban centres, invest in the water and waste water sector, promote natural and cultural heritage.
The specific priorities and focus areas of Regional Operational Programme 2021-2027 Epirus Region may vary, but sustainable and green practices are commonly emphasized in Region of Epirus operational program. Within the framework of Regional Operational Programme 2021-2027 Epirus Region, there are funding streams or specific measures aimed at promoting renewable energy projects, enhancing energy efficiency in industries and buildings, supporting the deployment of energy storage solutions, and providing assistance to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and industrial sectors in the region.
The results of the project can ameliorate or optimize ROP strategies such as the "Environmental protection and sustainable development". It increases energy efficiency in public and private buildings, reduce the energy footprint of urban centres, invest in the water and waste water sector, promote natural and cultural heritage.
Partners working on this policy instrument
Epirus Region
Greece
Ipeiros
The PREAC is a regional policy implemented by the Regione Lombardia (Lombardy Region) through the Direzione Generale Ambiente e Clima. It outlines the objectives, priorities, and actions to be taken to advance sustainable development, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and mitigate climate change impacts in Lombardy.
The specific objectives and priorities of the PREAC may include:
1. Promotion of Renewable Energy: Encouraging the deployment of renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, biomass, and geothermal, to increase the share of clean and sustainable energy in Lombardy's energy mix.
2. Energy Efficiency and Conservation: Implementing measures to improve energy efficiency and reduce energy consumption across sectors, including buildings, industries, and transportation.
3. Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation: Developing strategies and actions to address the impacts of climate change in Lombardy, including adaptation measures to enhance resilience and mitigation efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
4. Research and Innovation: Supporting research, development, and innovation in clean energy technologies, environmental protection, and climate-related initiatives.
By implementing the PREAC, Lombardy aims to achieve its sustainability and climate targets, contributing to the broader national and international efforts to combat climate change and foster a more sustainable future for the region and its inhabitants.
The specific objectives and priorities of the PREAC may include:
1. Promotion of Renewable Energy: Encouraging the deployment of renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, biomass, and geothermal, to increase the share of clean and sustainable energy in Lombardy's energy mix.
2. Energy Efficiency and Conservation: Implementing measures to improve energy efficiency and reduce energy consumption across sectors, including buildings, industries, and transportation.
3. Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation: Developing strategies and actions to address the impacts of climate change in Lombardy, including adaptation measures to enhance resilience and mitigation efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
4. Research and Innovation: Supporting research, development, and innovation in clean energy technologies, environmental protection, and climate-related initiatives.
By implementing the PREAC, Lombardy aims to achieve its sustainability and climate targets, contributing to the broader national and international efforts to combat climate change and foster a more sustainable future for the region and its inhabitants.
Partners working on this policy instrument
Biržai District Municipality Strategic Development Plan 2023-2030 (Biržai SDP) has been prepared taking into account external factors, including rising energy costs and the outbreak of Russia's war with Ukraine. The plan reflects not only new challenges but corresponds with newly planned actions, such as activities under 12 Objective: to promote efficient and reliable energy use (with foreseen almost 27 mln. EUR allocations).
Biržai SDP is the main strategic long-term document that sets key development directions for local economy. Aligned with Biržai SDP, an Action Plan for the Development of Renewable Energy in Biržai District Municipality 2021-2030 was introduced. Biržai SDP refers to the promotion of local industry and sustainable energy transformation, but it leaves out the increasingly relevant advanced solutions (e.g., energy storage, alternative energy sources, etc.) and lacks more focus on energy security, therefore, the need for policy improvement prevails. Taking into account the peripheral location of Biržai district, additional need for stronger cooperation becomes even more relevant.
Biržai SDP is the main strategic long-term document that sets key development directions for local economy. Aligned with Biržai SDP, an Action Plan for the Development of Renewable Energy in Biržai District Municipality 2021-2030 was introduced. Biržai SDP refers to the promotion of local industry and sustainable energy transformation, but it leaves out the increasingly relevant advanced solutions (e.g., energy storage, alternative energy sources, etc.) and lacks more focus on energy security, therefore, the need for policy improvement prevails. Taking into account the peripheral location of Biržai district, additional need for stronger cooperation becomes even more relevant.
Partners working on this policy instrument
Birzu District Municipality Administration
Lithuania
Vidurio ir vakarų Lietuvos regionas
LEK includes a comprehensive definition of priority lines to fund solutions for planning the municipal energy development with the aim of contributing to the increase of energy and economic efficiency of all entities in the municipality.
In terms of industry the local energy concept focuses on energy efficiency (e.g. reduction of average electricity consumption in companies by at least 14.6%) and increasing the share of renewable energy sources. The local community can promote certain infrastructure investments and attract new investors by enabling appropriate conditions. In parallel with energy efficiency and decarbonisation, the creation of (new) green jobs is of key importance, and this project can
contribute to the identification of specific measures to achieve them:
- Analysis of the current situation regarding local industries and identification of the main development barriers;
- Identification of the green energy technologies, suitable for local conditions (energy demand and specific industry type);
- Analysis and proposal of (necessary and/or suitable) financial mechanisms for the effective implementation of new technologies.
Some priorities focus on using local RES, which increases the reliability of heat and electricity supply in municipality.
The industrial analysis is not defined in any specific priority, but is included in the general development of more sustainable businesses. A proper assessment and introduction in the policy is required.
In terms of industry the local energy concept focuses on energy efficiency (e.g. reduction of average electricity consumption in companies by at least 14.6%) and increasing the share of renewable energy sources. The local community can promote certain infrastructure investments and attract new investors by enabling appropriate conditions. In parallel with energy efficiency and decarbonisation, the creation of (new) green jobs is of key importance, and this project can
contribute to the identification of specific measures to achieve them:
- Analysis of the current situation regarding local industries and identification of the main development barriers;
- Identification of the green energy technologies, suitable for local conditions (energy demand and specific industry type);
- Analysis and proposal of (necessary and/or suitable) financial mechanisms for the effective implementation of new technologies.
Some priorities focus on using local RES, which increases the reliability of heat and electricity supply in municipality.
The industrial analysis is not defined in any specific priority, but is included in the general development of more sustainable businesses. A proper assessment and introduction in the policy is required.
Partners working on this policy instrument
Municipality of Medvode
Slovenia
Zahodna Slovenija