SPARKLE

Capacity-building program for Local and Regional Public Authorities to provide the skills, capacity, tools, support and inspiration they need to successfully develop and implement their clean energy transition.

Governance for Sustainability

SPARKLE will support public administration in their energy transition plans

Grant agreement ID: 101167580
Total project budget: 1.782.452€
Start Date: 01/09/2024

End Date: 29/02/2028

SPARKLE is an innovative capacity-building program designed to empower over 600 Local and Regional Authorities (LRAs) to effectively lead their clean energy transition. The program includes a free, open-access online learning platform with content available in six languages, featuring a common track for foundational knowledge on climate and energy planning and five specialized tracks focused on governance, fossil-free districts, community energy, sustainable food, and resource-efficient economies. Additionally, SPARKLE offers in-person thematic schools for 150 policymakers, a transition pathway modeling tool for planning and decision-making, and mentoring and peer-to-peer support to apply knowledge in drafting and updating climate and energy plans. The BETA Technological Center (UVIC-UCC), a technical partner in SPARKLE, will lead the sustainable food pillar.