Energy Project Financing Is Changing: Why Grants Alone Will No Longer Be Enough
Europe is facing a fairly clear challenge: the energy transition requires investments amounting to hundreds of billions of euros every year, while public budgets have limited capacity. The approach taken so far, where many energy projects have been prepared primarily according to the availability of a suitable grant call, will therefore not be sufficient in the long term. This does not mean the end of grants, but rather a gradual shift in their role and the way they are used. Alongside direct investment support, preferential loans, guarantees, repayable financial instruments and private capital will become increasingly important.
Data, Strategy and Technology in Practice: Current Gatum Group Projects
The first half of 2026 at Gatum Group was marked by the completion of long-term engagements and the progression of projects into their next implementation and evaluation stages. Across energy, digitalisation, security, strategic management, evaluation and European cooperation, we helped public institutions turn data, analyses and strategic concepts into concrete decisions and practical measures.
Energy Savings as an Investment Plan: How a City Is Preparing the Modernisation of Buildings, Public Lighting and Energy Management
Energy efficiency in cities is increasingly moving beyond isolated repairs and becoming part of long-term investment management. Reducing energy consumption in a single building is no longer sufficient. The key is to connect technical measures, legal feasibility, realistic financing and the future operating model so that the investment continues to make sense after implementation.
Community Energy as a Tool for Modern City Districts
Rising energy prices, increasing pressure to reduce emissions, and the need for greater energy stability are leading cities and city districts to seek new solutions in the energy sector. One of the key directions is community energy, which enables the efficient use of local renewable sources and the sharing of generated electricity among multiple buildings. This approach delivers not only economic savings, but also strengthens self-sufficiency, system stability, and the long-term sustainability of municipal operations.
ESG in Public Administration: From Obligation to Practical Sustainability Management
ESG in Public Administration: From Obligation to Practical Sustainability Management The topic of sustainability, responsible governance, and transparency is increasingly reflected in the functioning of public administration. European legislative frameworks, growing pressure for institutional openness, and public expectations are leading cities and their organizations to seek a systematic approach to managing the environmental, social, and […]
Community Energy as a Path to More Self-Sufficient Municipalities
More and more municipalities are seeking ways to reduce energy costs, improve the efficiency of public building operations, and contribute to environmental protection. With increasing pressure on sustainability and energy stability, the concept of community energy is gaining prominence—a model that enables the sharing of renewable energy among multiple entities. The foundation lies in the principle of local production and consumption, where energy is generated and used in the same place.
