The U2Demo project (Use of open-source P2P energy sharing platforms for energy democratization) funded by the European Union’s Horizon Innovation Actions, aims to create innovative, consumer-centered management strategies that facilitate a widespread participation in Peer-to-Peer (P2P) trading and energy sharing. This Horizon Europe project will promote equitable and democratic access to sustainable energy resources.
42 months
September 2024 to February 2028
17 partners + 2 associated
8 Countries
4 PILOTS
5 M€ EU Funding
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News
What Do Citizens Really Want From Energy Sharing?
For years, European energy policy has been built around a compelling vision. As the energy system becomes more decentralized, citizens are... read more →
September 8, 2026
Energy Sharing in Europe Is No Longer a Technology Challenge. It Is a Governance Challenge.
The European debate around energy communities is often dominated by technology. Discussions focus on blockchain, smart contracts, dynamic tariffs, flexibility... read more →
August 27, 2026
U2Demo partners present research at EEM 2026
From 22 to 24 June 2026, U2Demo partners participated in the European Energy Market (EEM) Conference 2026 in Trondheim, Norway.... read more →
August 18, 2026
U2DEMO Featured in the New BRIDGE 2026 Brochure
Published by the European Commission's BRIDGE initiative, the 2026 edition highlights the community's vision, mission, strategic objectives, and collaborative work... read more →
August 6, 2026
U2Demo Newsletter #3: Research, Innovation and Collaboration in Action
We are pleased to announce the release of the third U2Demo project newsletter, highlighting the latest scientific achievements, stakeholder engagement activities,... read more →
July 30, 2026
U2DEMO Showcases User-Friendly Energy Community Optimization Tools at CIRED 2026
U2DEMO was represented at CIRED 2026, one of the leading international conferences on electricity distribution. During the event, Diogo Pinto Ferreira (INESC-ID) presented... read more →
July 9, 2026
