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08.10.2026
Event
FREE Dialogue series event with a focus on Germany: An Energy Union for all: decarbonising heating in rural Europe
Organised ON Tuesday, 17 November 2026, 09:00-10:30 by the Future of Rural Energy in Europe (FREE) Initiative, the debate will explore how the revisions can deliver affordable and fair decarbonisation for all consumers, including those in rural areas, which solutions can be scaled across the EU, and what support households need to make the switch.
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13.03.2026
Press Release
FREE Ireland event press release
On 4 March, the FREE Initiative hosted the third high-level policy breakfast on rural energy, focused on Ireland, and titled “Local energy: Europe’s competitive edge”.
The debate brought together diverse stakeholders to discuss how different energy solutions can strengthen rural businesses’ competitiveness while advancing the energy transition in Ireland and Europe.
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01.07.2025
Press Release
Powering Energy Resilience in Rural Areas
On 1 July, the FREE Initiative had the pleasure of hosting its second event as part of the Rural Areas Dialogue series, titled “Powering Energy Resilience in Rural Areas.”
The debate brought together diverse stakeholders to address the urgent energy challenges facing rural communities and to explore sustainable, inclusive solutions.
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