In Berlin, Comparative Research Network held a training session aimed at master’s students and civic service volunteers, many of whom were learning about Europe’s energy systems for the very first time. The program we prepared for them introduced key concepts of energy transition, energy poverty, and the role of communities in sustainable solutions.
The session started with some interactive activities and a quick intro to the project’s goals before going on to the European energy statistics, and the role of women in the energy sector. From there on, the participants were given the opportunity of getting hands-on experience: they dove into real-time data to analyse different countries’ energy landscape, looking at production as well as supply, emissions, and electricity generation. An AnswerGarden session followed, where everyone shared their thoughts on energy poverty, its causes, and who should lead the change.
Group activities were definitely the highlight! Teams explored energy challenges through different lenses: first by focusing on specific locations, encouraging participants to brainstorm practical solutions, and examined how Renewable Energy Communities (RECs) could make a difference. At the end of the training, each group presented their ideas, leading to discussion and a deeper understanding of the issues.
The feedback? Positive. Most participants enjoyed the group work and hands-on exercises, saying it made the learning experience much more relatable and impactful. A few wished to have more time for discussions, but overall, the session was a big success.
Check out the rest of the news to see how our colleagues in Italy, Greece, Albania, Kosovo and the Netherlands did!
Group activities were definitely the highlight! Teams explored energy challenges through different lenses: first by focusing on specific locations, encouraging participants to brainstorm practical solutions, and examined how Renewable Energy Communities (RECs) could make a difference. At the end of the training, each group presented their ideas, leading to discussion and a deeper understanding of the issues.
The feedback? Positive. Most participants enjoyed the group work and hands-on exercises, saying it made the learning experience much more relatable and impactful. A few wished to have more time for discussions, but overall, the session was a big success.
Check out the rest of the news to see how our colleagues in Italy, Greece, Albania, Kosovo and the Netherlands did!
