The present briefing aims to guide Managing Authorities in the design and execution of public financing programmes for energy communities. It’s based on an analysis of the recent calls for funding for energy communities launched under the ‘CE Implementa’ Programme in Spain, financed by the Recovery and Resilience Facility.

Previous joint analysis by REScoop.eu, CE Bankwatch and CAN-Europe has indicated that Spain is a clear frontrunner in developing public financing calls for energy communities.

Despite some shortcomings, Spain’s multi-faceted support towards energy communities can serve as a reference for policy makers and Managing Authorities across Europe who are tasked with designing calls for funding for renewables (including energy communities).