Energy Cities and the hosting city of Zagreb want to create a source of inspiration for political decision-makers, technical representatives, companies and academics. Local energy policies and their direct linkages with EU developments will be discussed focusing on the following: 1. Creative practices - how local level decisions are setting trends, 2. Valuable sources - how to finance great ideas, 3. Showing innovative methods that how to make cities efficient.

Web: http://www.energy-cities.eu/Zagreb-2011-Croatia

The Second Symposium of Energy Agencies of Mediterranean Countries: Mediterranean Industry of the Sun - which will be held during the Symposium Metrological, Infrastructure, Environmental and Energy Measures - will focus on themes related to the application of industrial electronics to sustainable energy processing. The organisers welcome proposals for special sessions and tutorials in the field of renewable energy systems, electric and hybrid propulsion and energy saving.

Web: http://www.imeko-mi2011.org

The 6th Dubrovnik SDEWES Conference is dedicated to the improvement and dissemination of knowledge on methods, policies and technologies for increasing sustainable development. By de-coupling growth from natural resources, and by developing knowledge based economy, sustainable growth can be achieved. Such growth will incorporate economic, environmental and social pillars, and include methods for assessing the impact of energy, transport, water and food production systems.

Web: http://www.dubrovnik2011.sdewes.org

The aim of this conference is to identify ways of financing energy efficiency and renewable energy projects using innovative financial instruments. The Conference will highlight the importance of investment and regional co-operation to promote energy efficiency, with a view to reducing energy costs, ensuring a cleaner environment and safeguarding the security of future energy supply.

Web: http://www.croenergy2011.com