International ISLET Project Meeting Held on the Island of Procida and Green MED Symposium in NaplesThe ISLET project brought together island representatives in Italy to exchange experiences and plan a just energy transition
A two-day international gathering took place in the Italian cities of Procida and Naples as part of the European LIFE-ISLET project, bringing together representatives of small Mediterranean islands to strengthen energy cooperation and develop joint solutions for a fair transition to clean energy sources
Procida – 27 May
The event began on 27 May on the island of Procida, where delegates from Greece, Italy, Croatia, Scotland, and Malta convened. The morning program featured a meeting with the project officer from CINEA (LIFE Programme), during which the key objectives and achievements of the ISLET project were presented—concrete steps toward energy self-sufficiency for islands.
In the afternoon, a peer-to-peer knowledge exchange took place in two working groups. The Greek delegation (Astypalaia, Tilos, Kythnos) shared the challenges they face, including complex legislation that hinders the formation of energy communities, lack of clear support from local authorities, and the absence of political tools to allocate space for community-owned projects.
Croatia was represented by the islands of Cres and Lošinj, through Franjo and Ugo Toić, as well as Korčula by Ivan Zoković. They shared concrete examples of local action and strategic decisions aimed at achieving greater energy independence.
Naples – 28 May: Sustainable Islands 2025
The day after the Procida gathering, on 28 May, the ISLET delegation participated in the Green MED Symposium in Naples, where the main event took place – Sustainable Islands 2025. The focus was on the Sustainability Report of Italian Islands, and two thematic panels explored the importance of local ownership, resilience, and community engagement.
Speakers came from a wide range of institutions and organizations: the DAFNI Network from Greece, Legambiente, CNR, the European Energy Communities Facility, and representatives from the islands of Eigg (Scotland), Gozo (Malta), and Salina (Italy).
The Takeaway
The conclusion of both days is clear: small communities have great potential for change. The ISLET project confirms its strength in connecting people, knowledge, and ideas that lead to a more resilient energy future.
What’s Next?
The panel discussions raised important issues of energy independence, local ownership, and participatory models as the foundation of a resilient and just transition. Through these meetings, the ISLET project continues to affirm its role as a catalyst for change on the small islands of the Mediterranean.
The program does not end here—following the Naples symposium, all project partners return to the island of Procida for a full-day internal project meeting on 29 May, dedicated to evaluating progress and planning next steps.