Solving Energy Justice in the European Union

The electricity sector will play a key role in the energy transition. In particular, this can have a transformative affect in the European Union (EU). One of the key aspects of EU policy that can contribute to energy transition is the role of energy communities. Prioritising low-income communities and communities of colour is necessary as these are disproportionately impacted by energy poverty. Community ownership can provide communities with a voice in energy production and distribution. Promoting energy communities can enable the development of clean energy development which overall can contribute to a just transition to a low-carbon economy.