Solar panels atop apartments in Ashkelon, southern Israel. (Shutterstock)
Holon runs neighborhood mapping and solar group purchasing initiatives, while Beitar Illit uses an educational board game to promote energy awareness.
By Pesach Benson, TPS
Israel’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure on Sunday published a new national guide marking a strategic shift in energy policy toward locally driven execution, with municipalities positioned as key engines for delivering renewable energy and efficiency projects.
The guide outlines the establishment of “Implementation Centers for Promoting Sustainable Energy” in local authorities.
These centers are designed to turn national climate and energy goals into practical, community-level action—helping residents and businesses adopt solar energy, improve efficiency, and reduce electricity costs.
The framework defines three levels of municipal involvement: basic public information and outreach; an intermediate model including training, supplier lists, and community programs; and an advanced model in which municipalities actively manage projects, coordinate purchasing groups, and provide end-to-end support for households and businesses.
Several Israeli authorities are already operating similar models.
In Netanya, a “House of Energy” platform provides digital tools and WhatsApp consultations.
Holon runs neighborhood mapping and solar group purchasing initiatives, while Beitar Illit uses an educational board game to promote energy awareness.
The Western Negev Authorities Cluster is leading regional pilots targeting energy poverty and solar adoption.
Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, Eli Cohen, said the guide is a key pillar of the “100,000 Solar Roofs” program launched in 2025, aimed at expanding rooftop solar and strengthening energy independence.
The ministry expects additional local authorities to establish implementation centers in the coming months, tailored to urban, rural, and Arabic-speaking communities.
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