In June, Social Climate Plan (SCP) processes progressed unevenly across countries. While some governments released drafts and initiated consultations, several failed to meaningfully involve civil society. Limited transparency and rushed timelines were recurring concerns, with NGOs raising the alarm over inadequate public participation and lack of support for vulnerable groups—particularly renters. Despite political instability and […]
With the summer deadline for Social Climate Plans (SCPs) fast approaching, the picture across Europe remains mixed. While some governments are finalising their drafts, few have opened them up for real public input. In many cases, civil society organisations are stepping in to ask the questions that still need answers—especially around fairness, transparency, and who […]
In April, developments across the seven monitored countries reflected a cautious pace in advancing national preparations for ETS2 and the Social Climate Plans (SCPs). While some technical work continues behind the scenes, formal progress remains uneven—often shaped by national elections, interim governments, or complex administrative coordination. In several cases, legislative steps have been delayed or […]
As Central and Eastern European countries prepare for the new EU Emissions Trading System (ETS2) and Social Climate Fund (SCF), common challenges and activities are emerging. Many countries are facing delays in finalizing their Social Climate Plans (SCPs), often due to political factors like elections. In Latvia and Poland, for example, climate plans are being […]
On March 5, 2025, partners of the project met to discuss national progress on the Social Climate Plan (SCP) and ETS2 implementation. The discussion focused on ongoing challenges, advocacy efforts, and upcoming initiatives. Moving forward, organizations plan to strengthen joint advocacy, hold cross-country webinars, and engage in EU consultations on climate funding. There is a […]
As climate and energy policy continue to evolve across Europe, NGOs remain at the forefront—advocating for stronger measures, engaging with governments, and keeping an eye on the shifting political landscape. This blog post summarizes recent developments, key challenges, and upcoming actions from civil society organizations in Latvia, Bulgaria, Slovenia, Hungary, Romania and at the EU […]
Throughout December, our NGO’s remained active across multiple platforms of policy engagement and advocacy, despite increasing challenges in the current political climate. Monitoring EU Funding Mechanisms We participated in several key Monitoring Committee meetings during the month. Unfortunately, most offered little in terms of transparency or meaningful progress: Climate Dialogue: Shrinking Civic Space A meeting […]