Blekinge Municipalities Strengthen Local Energy Planning Through International Collaboration
Nearly two years ago, three municipalities in Blekinge—Karlshamn, Ronneby, and Sölvesborg—embarked on a transformative journey in local energy planning through their participation in the international project RECET. Facilitated by Energikontor Syd, RECET aims to support municipalities in developing strategic energy plans that align with climate goals and local development needs.
Now, Karlskrona is seeing a powerful boost through the complementary project Enercracy, which reinforces and expands the work initiated under RECET. While RECET has focused on capacity-building and structured planning processes, Enercracy brings a citizen-centered approach, encouraging broader participation and democratic engagement in energy-related decisions, especially in rural areas, where local ownership and inclusion are key to long-term success.
Two Projects, One Vision
The synergy between RECET and Enercracy lies in their shared ambition: to empower municipalities with the tools, knowledge, and community support needed to accelerate the energy transition. RECET has provided a framework for energy planning and cross-border learning, while Enercracy strengthens the social dimension and thereby ensuring that energy planning is not only technically sound but also locally anchored.
Together, the projects have enabled:
Development of tailored energy plans for participating municipalities
Increased dialogue between local authorities, citizens, and stakeholders
Integration of European best practices with regional priorities
Enhanced capacity to meet national and EU climate targets
A Model for Regional Collaboration
Energy Agency Southern Sweden’s role as a bridge between international expertise and local implementation has been key to the success of both projects. By combining RECET’s strategic planning tools with Enercracy’s participatory methods, Blekinge is emerging as a model for how regional collaboration can drive meaningful change in the energy sector.
With continued support from national programs and local initiatives, Blekinge is well-positioned to become a leading region for sustainable, inclusive, and prosumer-driven energy transformation.