Belexpo Brussels (Interactive exhibit)
An interactive exhibit targeting young people to raise awareness of environmental issues and encourage behaviour change and engagement in policy. Belgium, 2018 to the present.
The Energy Behaviour Forum gathers case studies showcasing real-world initiatives that promote energy-efficient behaviour. They highlight projects, programmes, or interventions by public authorities that encourage households, businesses, and organisations to use energy more efficiently and adopt sustainable practices. If you have a case study to share, you can submit it through a simple survey.
34 case studies
Co-creation pilot in the North Sea Canal area
A regional co-creation pilot in the North Sea Canal area that brought together industry, government and communities to improve social acceptance of industrial climate measures. Netherlands, 2021-2022.
Community Transformation Offices Programme
A programme of one-stop-shops to promote and facilitate the development of energy communities. Spain, 2022-present.
Cut Energy from your Bill
A city wide project in Mechelen, Flanders showing how behavioural nudges and social comparison on energy bills helped households reduce electricity and gas consumption. Belgium, 2021–2023
Down a Degree
An energy saving campaign using emotional, identity-driven messaging to encourage citizens to save energy. Finland, 2022-2023.
Education and consultation agreements scheme
A Lithuanian national scheme requiring energy suppliers to educate consumers on energy efficiency. Lithuania, 2017-present.
Electricity Saving Check (Stromspar-Check)
Electricity Saving Check (Stromspar-Check) is a Germany-wide, free energy-saving counselling service aimed at reducing energy consumption and costs in low-income households. Germany, 2008-present.
Energy Café
The Energy Café initiative aimed to improve energy literacy and reduce energy poverty through practical workshops targeting vulnerable households. Portugal, 2024.
Energy Saving Programme at Potsdam Schools
A project including energy tours and workshops at schools to reduce energy consumption. Germany, 2017-present.
Energy Spaces (Espaços Energia)
A nationwide network of physical one-stop-shops supporting citizens in adopting energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions. Portugal, 2023-present.
EV Commercial Fleet Trials
A trial giving businesses the opportunity for test electric vehicles for their fleets, with the aim of providing real-world experience and encouraging fleet electrification. Ireland, 2022-2024.
EV Dealership awards
An awards programme for car dealerships, recognising and rewarding those promoting electric vehicles. Ireland, 2022-present.
FAIRlagern (Reshaping Mobility)
FAIRlagern used situational behavioural interventions to reduce short car trips in rural Austria by prompting sustainable mobility choices at key decision‑making moments. Austria, 2024.
Gigawatt – All is Energy
A television series aimed at young people, bringing the topic of energy saving into the public narrative. Italy, 2024.
GO-e - Consumers' willingness to provide flexibility
A research project exploring residents' willingness to use energy flexibly. Netherlands, 2024.