Powering Change: Young Leaders for Energy Communities

Are you passionate about creating a more sustainable future for your rural community? Would you like to gain practical skills to help establish or support a local energy community? 

Rural Youth Europe is looking for 25 motivated young people from across Europe to participate in the Capacity-Building Seminar on Energy Communities, taking place from 1–4 November 2026 in Bilbao, Spain. 

This seminar is organised within the Powering Change – Empowering Rural Youth for Energy Communities project, which supports rural young people in becoming active contributors to Europe's energy transition by developing the knowledge, skills, and partnerships needed to build community-led energy initiatives. 

About the Seminar 

Over the three days, participants will learn alongside experienced practitioners and experts to explore the practical aspects of developing energy communities in rural areas. Through interactive workshops, peer learning, and collaborative activities, participants will strengthen their capacity to become local leaders of the energy transition.