Court of Auditors: EU targets for energy communities are “wishful thinking” for the time being

In a new report, the European Court of Auditors criticizes the lack of progress in energy communities. It says the targets are too optimistic, the guidelines unclear and the incentives inadequate.

10. March 2026
Leipzig Energy Cooperative: Electricity generated by citizens falls significantly short of its potential. (picture alliance/dpa | Hendrik Schmidt)

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Last updated: 10. March 2026