The Clean energy for EU islands call for 30 renewable islands by 2030 has reached a milestone, announcing the selection of 30 islands and island groups across 10 European countries. This selection marks a significant step for the 30 finalists towards achieving complete energy independence through 100% renewable sources.
The technical assistance spanning the next three years will address a diversity of areas, encompassing renewable energy generation, storage, smart grids, financing strategies, community involvement, and more. From solar and wind resources analysis to renewable energy plant development and grid flexibility, this support aims to cover a wide spectrum of sustainable energy domains.
Additionally, the technical guidance extends to areas like sustainable marine transport, waste management, district heating optimisation, and the analysis of business models and community participation schemes, reinforcing a holistic approach to the transition towards sustainable energy practices. The selected islands and island groups will serve as pioneers, driving change and exemplifying the potential for renewable energy transformation across various geographical and energy domains.
Find out more The Journey Begins 30 Renewable Islands for 2030 – Ready, Set, 30! | Clean energy for EU islands (europa.eu)
List of islands:
30 for 2030 finalists
| Country | Island and island groups |
| Croatia | Cres-Lošinj | Clean energy for EU islands (europa.eu) |
| Croatia | Island of Pašman |
| Croatia | Korčula | Clean energy for EU islands (europa.eu) |
| Denmark | Fejø |
| Denmark | Venø | Clean energy for EU islands (europa.eu) |
| Estonia | Saaremaa and Ruhnu (joined application) |
| Greece | Astypalea |
| Greece | Ikaria | Clean energy for EU islands (europa.eu) |
| Greece | Lesvos |
| Greece | Megisti (Kastellorizo) |
| Greece | Psara |
| Greece | Tilos | Clean energy for EU islands (europa.eu) |
| Ireland | Aran Islands | Clean energy for EU islands (europa.eu) |
| Ireland | Arranmore and Tory Island (joined application) |
| Ireland | Cape Clear | Clean energy for EU islands (europa.eu) |
| Ireland | West Cork islands and Inishbofin (joined application) |
| Italy | Arcipelago delle Isole Eolie and Salina e le isole di Lipari (joined application) |
| Italy | Giglio and Giannutri (joined application) |
| Italy | Pantelleria | Clean energy for EU islands (europa.eu) |
| Italy | San Pietro | Clean energy for EU islands (europa.eu) |
| Netherlands | Ameland | Clean energy for EU islands (europa.eu) |
| Netherlands | Saba, Bonaire and St. Eustatius (joined application) |
| Portugal | Madeira | Clean energy for EU islands (europa.eu) |
| Portugal | Pico, Faial and São Jorge (joined application) |
| Spain | Balearic Archipelago (joined application) |
| Spain | Canary Islands – Isla de la Graciosa |
| Spain | Canary Islands – La Palma | Clean energy for EU islands (europa.eu) |
| Sweden | Gotland | Clean energy for EU islands (europa.eu) |
| Sweden | Holmön, Vinön, Visingsö and Hven (joined application) |
| Sweden | Öland |