The European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) consists of a series of activities across Europe promoting secure, clean and efficient energy. It brings together policymakers, stakeholders and citizens to achieve climate and energy goals for the Energy Union. Launched in 2007 by the European Commission, EUSEW was organised by the Executive Agency for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (EASME) for several editions, and as of 1 April 2021 is organised by the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA), in close cooperation with the Directorate-General for Energy.
No, everyone is welcome! The EUSEW Policy Conference in Brussels and Sustainable Energy Days around the world attract energy experts and agencies, policymakers, private companies, NGOs, industry associations and the media. Each edition has a different overall theme or focus, but broadly, the goal is to engage everyone with a stake and interest in helping the EU meet its energy and climate goals, including energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions.
The EUSEW 2025 Policy Conference will be hosted in a hybrid format, with speakers and attendees in Brussels and online from 10 to 12 June 2025.
Registrations for the hybrid Policy Conference will open on 8 April 2025.
The call to organise a policy session is now closed.
There are no eligibility criteria for participating in the EUSEW Policy Conference as an attendee. The event is open to everyone with an interest in sustainable energy.
The theme for EUSEW 2025 will be ‘Powering a fair and competitive green transition’.
Only two organisations can partner to apply to host a policy session. We highly recommend that both organisations are independent of each other because EUSEW targets plurality of views in the policy debate, not only among the speakers but also among the applicants of a policy session. EUSEW policy sessions bring together different perspectives, expertise, and organisational backgrounds in order to enable discussions during the Policy Conference. However, applicants are encouraged to propose speakers from organisations different from those partnering to submit the application. You can have up to six speakers plus the moderator.
Whilst you can apply with two organisations from your project consortium/association, it is recommended that a project consortium/association apply as one organiser, which allows for another organisation to bring in additional perspectives that can potentially enrich the debate and demonstrate synergies between actors engaged in the clean energy transition.
It is better if the entire consortium is under one organiser, demonstrating synergies with other actors/organisations.
An EU-funded project can apply either as the organisation or the coordinator, or as the EU-funded project itself. However, it is crucial that the two organisers are not from the same project to ensure diversity. If you are applying as the organisation or the coordinator, it must be clarified in the session description that the organiser is from the EU-funded project, and it should be mentioned that some speakers may represent the project.
Yes, one of the categories of organisation types eligible to apply is “national, regional/local authorities, agencies, or other public bodies (including their networks).” In addition, one of the thematic areas for this edition of EUSEW is related to cities and citizens.
EUSEW aims to have all sessions onsite; however, there will be a small number of policy sessions that can be hosted only online.
Yes, a membership association is eligible as policy session organiser, as long as it meets the following criteria:
- They work as multipliers using a widespread network of contacts across Europe.
- They contribute to the development and implementation of sustainable energy policy.
- They apply jointly with at least one other organisation.
Yes, a university is definitely eligible to be a policy session organiser. Universities can play a significant role in shaping discussions and contributing expertise. Representatives of universities are also eligible to participate as speakers.
Yes, organisations from the Western Balkans are eligible to apply. However, they need to apply in collaboration with another organisation.
It is better that speakers are present onsite to facilitate effective networking with the audience in the room. However, in exceptional cases, we may allow a speaker to join remotely. If one of your speakers is having difficulties being onsite, please indicate this in the Agenda section of the application form.
The conference facilities allow for a maximum of six speakers/panellists and one moderator per room. You may divide your session into two parts with more than six speakers in total, allowing for a change of speakers if needed.
It is recommended that there be a maximum of six speakers, which is manageable logistically and ensures a dynamic discussion.
Yes, you may provide speakers from your organisation in more than two policy session applications. EUSEW is about a plurality of views and opinions; therefore, we will ensure a maximum diversity of organisations and speakers presenting at the Policy Conference.
The chances of success increase by ensuring that your application is clear. The evaluation team reviews many applications, and clarity in the objectives, agenda, and speakers enhances the application's quality. It is also very important that you ensure a plurality of opinions from different speakers/organisations. Moreover, maintaining a gender balance in your panel, promoting interactivity with the audience, and ensuring full alignment with the current policy debate on the clean energy transition are key winning factors.
We encourage applicants to read careful the section "Preparing your application" that is in the policy session guidelines as it includes relevant guidance.
In the policy sessions hosted in the EUSEW venues (Charlemagne Building and Martin’s Hotel), only EUSEW branding is allowed. Organisers are not allowed to bring personal roll-ups. However, session organisers are welcome to feature their branding alongside EUSEW in the promotion of the session on social media and in newsletters.
The EUSEW Secretariat issues a call for submissions several months before the annual EUSEW Policy Conference. After the call has closed, the submissions are checked against the eligibility criteria and assessed by European Commission staff and an external technical committee consisting of experts from different fields of sustainable energy.
The final nominees in each category are selected by a high-level jury, with the winners decided via an online public vote and announced at the Awards Ceremony taking place in Brussels on 10 June 2025.
A wide range of profiles and initiatives can apply for a EUSEW Award. Over the years, the EUSEW Awards have attracted public figures and activists, citizen-led sustainable energy-awareness programmes, public schemes promoting energy-saving buildings and private firms leading the way in green tech, carbon-neutral manufacturing, and much more.
Please note that EU-funded projects are not eligible for the Woman in Energy category because this category rewards individual persons rather than projects. EU-funded projects can apply to the Innovation and Local Energy Action categories.
EUSEW awards are prestigious recognition prizes for the contributions organisations/individuals make to the clean energy transition in Europe. While there is no monetary reward, recipients receive a trophy, become part of the community, and benefit from promotion and increased visibility. EUSEW covers the trip and hotel of the finalists invited to come to Brussels and produce a video of their projects, which will be disseminated across Europe.
Yes, if the organisation has different projects, it can submit multiple applications for different categories. However, the organisation cannot apply multiple times with the same project.
Yes. Please note that, in this category, the achievements of the woman are rewarded, not those of a company.
Yes, if you can demonstrate that the art exhibition has delivered tangible impacts on clean energy. In the application form, you will need to provide evidence of these impacts to be eligible for the awards.
The online public vote for the Awards will open on 29 April 2025. Winners of the three categories will be announced at the EUSEW Awards Ceremony in Brussels on 10 June 2025.
The call to compete for the Awards is now closed.
The finalists for the three different Awards categories will be announced on 29 April 2025.
The winners of each Awards category will be announced during the Awards Ceremony on 10 June.
The hybrid Policy Conference will host an Energy Fair, which offers opportunities for onsite participants to connect with fellow professionals and energy enthusiasts.
The call to host a stand at EUSEW is now closed.
Registrations to the conference opens on 8 April 2025.
The Energy Fair is a special feature of the European Sustainable Energy Week. It gives participants the chance to foster social connections and share information by bringing together key players in the field of sustainable energy.
The Fair features interactive stands presenting initiatives in renewable energy, where stand organisers can also run brief pitches to showcase innovative solutions or demonstrate a project. There will be a website announcing the organisations present at the venue, but all interaction will happen on-site.
The Energy Fair takes place in Brussels throughout the European Sustainable Energy Week on 10-12 June 2025.
No, you will need to cover your own travel and accommodation costs to be present at the venue.
EUSEW will provide you with the essential elements for your stand, including a table, high stools, a screen, and a Wi-Fi connection. However, you are responsible for bringing your own roll-ups and additional materials. EUSEW does not cover the costs associated with these supplementary items. EUSEW is a paperless event.
Sustainable Energy Days take place anywhere around the world from 1 March to 30 June 2025.
The call to become part of the Sustainable Energy Days is open.
You can discover Sustainable Energy Days taking place near you on the dedicated interactive map once they are announced.
The added value is having the visibility of the side event as part of EUSEW. These events are featured on a map on our website, and we promote the concept of Sustainable Energy Days through our social media accounts and our newsletter. Additionally, we provide the different organisers with a toolkit to promote the Sustainable Energy Days.
Yes. An event occurring at the end of June is eligible for inclusion in the Sustainable Energy Days provided that the application is sent before the call closes on 30 May 2025.
The overarching goal is for Young Energy Ambassadors to serve as representatives of the young generation, bridging the gap between policymakers and young people and providing valuable input on the debate of the clean energy transition and decarbonising Europe by 2050.
Responsibilities include acting as amplifiers of the clean energy transition. While individuals may engage in various activities, it is crucial that Young Energy Ambassadors disseminate information to audiences not typically reached.
This involves outreach at local level and connecting with those more disconnected from EU policy making. In terms of tasks we expect an ambassador to sharing event-related material, promoting calls, and ensuring the discovery of impactful projects and applicants.
The call to be a Young Energy Ambassador is now closed.
We strongly encourage you to subscribe to the EUSEW newsletter to receive updates about the call in the future.
If you are a participant, there are no specific requirements; you simply need to register once registration opens on 4 April 2025. However, if you aspire to become a Young Energy Ambassador, you should complete an application form. This form should include information about yourself, detailing your impact, whether you are an activist or an academic, and explaining why you are passionate about the energy transition. Additionally, please provide relevant links and any other information that adds value to your application.