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Official text outlining the Covenant of Mayors Covenant of Mayors The Covenant of Mayors is the mainstream European movement involving local and regional authorities in the fight against climate change. It is based on a voluntary commitment by signatories to meet and exceed the EU 20% CO2 reduction objective through increased energy efficiency and development of renewable energy sources. commitments to be approved by the (local authority’s) municipal council. Document available in PDF format.

Please note that the Covenant of Mayors Covenant of Mayors The Covenant of Mayors is the mainstream European movement involving local and regional authorities in the fight against climate change. It is based on a voluntary commitment by signatories to meet and exceed the EU 20% CO2 reduction objective through increased energy efficiency and development of renewable energy sources. initiative cannot be used to serve commercial purposes.

Form to be signed by the Mayor – or equivalent representative of the municipal council – to process registration to the initiative. Document available in Word format.

Technical & methodological materials


SEAP Guidebook
Full-text PDF version available in:
Deutsch (de), español (es), français (fr), italiano (it), polski (pl)

Document intended to guide signatories Signatories Signatories represent cities, with different size from small villages to major metropolitan areas such as London or Paris, that have signed the Covenant of Mayors on a voluntary manner and are committed to implement sustainable energy policies to meet and exceed the EU 20% CO2 reduction objective through increased energy efficiency and development of renewable energy sources. through the SEAP SEAP A Sustainable Energy Action Plan (SEAP) is the key document in which the Covenant signatory outlines how it intends to reach its CO2 reduction target by 2020. It defines the activities and measures set up to achieve the targets, together with time frames and assigned responsibilities. Covenant signatories are free to choose the format of their SEAP, as long as it is in line with the general principles set out in the Covenant SEAP guidelines. development process. This guidebook is the result of a collaborative work between the Joint Research Centre Joint Research Centre The Joint Research Centre (JRC) is the scientific and technical arm of the European Commission. It works in close co-operation with the CoMO to provide signatories with clear technical guidelines and templates in order to assist delivery of their Covenant of Mayors commitments as well as to monitor implementation and results.
Website of the JRC: http://ec.europa.eu/dgs/jrc/ and the Covenant of Mayors Office Covenant of Mayors Office The Covenant of Mayors Office (CoMO), established and funded by the European Commission, is responsible for the coordination and daily management of the initiative. It provides signatories with administrative support and technical guidance, facilitates networking between Covenant stakeholders and ensures the promotion of their activities. The CoMO is managed by a consortium of European networks representing local and regional authorities, led by Energy-Cities and composed of CEMR, CLIMATE ALLIANCE, EUROCITIES and Fedarene. , with the crucial input of local and regional energy practitioners.

Other versions available (PDF documents):

Part I - "The SEAP SEAP A Sustainable Energy Action Plan (SEAP) is the key document in which the Covenant signatory outlines how it intends to reach its CO2 reduction target by 2020. It defines the activities and measures set up to achieve the targets, together with time frames and assigned responsibilities. Covenant signatories are free to choose the format of their SEAP, as long as it is in line with the general principles set out in the Covenant SEAP guidelines. process, step-by-step towards the -20 % target by 2020": English (en) ; русский (ru) ; українська (ua)
Part II - "Baseline Emission Inventory Baseline Emission Inventory A Baseline Emission Inventory is a quantification of the amount of CO2 emitted due to energy consumption in the territory of a Covenant signatory within a given period of time – the recommended base year being 1990. It allows to identify the principal sources of CO2 emissions and their respective reduction potentials. ": English (en) ; русский (ru) ; українська (ua)
Part III - "Technical measures for energy efficiency and renewable energy": English
Addendum 1 : Joint SEAP (Option 2) - PDF document in English

SEAP Template
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Sustainable Energy Action Plan Sustainable Energy Action Plan A Sustainable Energy Action Plan (SEAP) is the key document in which the Covenant signatory outlines how it intends to reach its CO2 reduction target by 2020. It defines the activities and measures set up to achieve the targets, together with time frames and assigned responsibilities. Covenant signatories are free to choose the format of their SEAP, as long as it is in line with the general principles set out in the Covenant SEAP guidelines. Template Template The SEAP template is a user‐friendly document that Covenant signatories are requested to complete on-line, in English, at the same time when submitting their Sustainable Energy Action Plan in their own (national) language. It has been developed by the Covenant of Mayors Office in close collaboration with the Joint Research Centre to assist signatories in structuring their actions and measures, and to follow up implementation. to be filled in by Covenant of Mayors Covenant of Mayors The Covenant of Mayors is the mainstream European movement involving local and regional authorities in the fight against climate change. It is based on a voluntary commitment by signatories to meet and exceed the EU 20% CO2 reduction objective through increased energy efficiency and development of renewable energy sources. Signatories Signatories Signatories represent cities, with different size from small villages to major metropolitan areas such as London or Paris, that have signed the Covenant of Mayors on a voluntary manner and are committed to implement sustainable energy policies to meet and exceed the EU 20% CO2 reduction objective through increased energy efficiency and development of renewable energy sources. . This document in Excel format is –in content– exactly the same as the official online form to be filled in by signatories Signatories Signatories represent cities, with different size from small villages to major metropolitan areas such as London or Paris, that have signed the Covenant of Mayors on a voluntary manner and are committed to implement sustainable energy policies to meet and exceed the EU 20% CO2 reduction objective through increased energy efficiency and development of renewable energy sources. when submitting their SEAP SEAP A Sustainable Energy Action Plan (SEAP) is the key document in which the Covenant signatory outlines how it intends to reach its CO2 reduction target by 2020. It defines the activities and measures set up to achieve the targets, together with time frames and assigned responsibilities. Covenant signatories are free to choose the format of their SEAP, as long as it is in line with the general principles set out in the Covenant SEAP guidelines. document.

Instructions for filling in the Sustainable Energy Action Plan Sustainable Energy Action Plan A Sustainable Energy Action Plan (SEAP) is the key document in which the Covenant signatory outlines how it intends to reach its CO2 reduction target by 2020. It defines the activities and measures set up to achieve the targets, together with time frames and assigned responsibilities. Covenant signatories are free to choose the format of their SEAP, as long as it is in line with the general principles set out in the Covenant SEAP guidelines. template Template The SEAP template is a user‐friendly document that Covenant signatories are requested to complete on-line, in English, at the same time when submitting their Sustainable Energy Action Plan in their own (national) language. It has been developed by the Covenant of Mayors Office in close collaboration with the Joint Research Centre to assist signatories in structuring their actions and measures, and to follow up implementation. of the Covenant of Mayors Covenant of Mayors The Covenant of Mayors is the mainstream European movement involving local and regional authorities in the fight against climate change. It is based on a voluntary commitment by signatories to meet and exceed the EU 20% CO2 reduction objective through increased energy efficiency and development of renewable energy sources. . 8 pages.

Technical annex to the SEAP SEAP A Sustainable Energy Action Plan (SEAP) is the key document in which the Covenant signatory outlines how it intends to reach its CO2 reduction target by 2020. It defines the activities and measures set up to achieve the targets, together with time frames and assigned responsibilities. Covenant signatories are free to choose the format of their SEAP, as long as it is in line with the general principles set out in the Covenant SEAP guidelines. template Template The SEAP template is a user‐friendly document that Covenant signatories are requested to complete on-line, in English, at the same time when submitting their Sustainable Energy Action Plan in their own (national) language. It has been developed by the Covenant of Mayors Office in close collaboration with the Joint Research Centre to assist signatories in structuring their actions and measures, and to follow up implementation. instructions document providing a set of reference emission factors.


Reports on existing methodologies and tools

Reports on existing methodologies and tools for SEAP SEAP A Sustainable Energy Action Plan (SEAP) is the key document in which the Covenant signatory outlines how it intends to reach its CO2 reduction target by 2020. It defines the activities and measures set up to achieve the targets, together with time frames and assigned responsibilities. Covenant signatories are free to choose the format of their SEAP, as long as it is in line with the general principles set out in the Covenant SEAP guidelines. development and implementation. PDF documents. Report I & Summary table I: Methodologies and tools for the development and implementation of SEAPs SEAPs A Sustainable Energy Action Plan (SEAP) is the key document in which the Covenant signatory outlines how it intends to reach its CO2 reduction target by 2020. It defines the activities and measures set up to achieve the targets, together with time frames and assigned responsibilities. Covenant signatories are free to choose the format of their SEAP, as long as it is in line with the general principles set out in the Covenant SEAP guidelines. . Report II & Summary table II: Methodologies and tools for CO₂ inventories.

Report I :
English (en), українська (ua)
Summary table I :
English (en), русский (ru), українська (ua)
Report II:
English (en), русский (ru), українська (ua)
Summary table II :
English (en), русский (ru), українська (ua)

SEAP Submission & Verification Processes
PDF document in English.

Document describing the SEAP SEAP A Sustainable Energy Action Plan (SEAP) is the key document in which the Covenant signatory outlines how it intends to reach its CO2 reduction target by 2020. It defines the activities and measures set up to achieve the targets, together with time frames and assigned responsibilities. Covenant signatories are free to choose the format of their SEAP, as long as it is in line with the general principles set out in the Covenant SEAP guidelines. Submission & Assessment Processes performed by the Joint Research Centre Joint Research Centre The Joint Research Centre (JRC) is the scientific and technical arm of the European Commission. It works in close co-operation with the CoMO to provide signatories with clear technical guidelines and templates in order to assist delivery of their Covenant of Mayors commitments as well as to monitor implementation and results.
Website of the JRC: http://ec.europa.eu/dgs/jrc/ . PDF document available in English only.


Webinar for Covenant Territorial Coordinators: your role in the SEAP analysis process
A document by the European Commission ’s Joint Research Centre.
PDF - 637.4 ko


Guidelines for Covenant Supporters
Overview of the key roles and activities to be undertaken by networks of local and regional authorities involved in the initiative as "Covenant of Mayors Supporters". PDF Document - 9 pages

Brochures & Publications

The Covenant of Mayors Covenant of Mayors The Covenant of Mayors is the mainstream European movement involving local and regional authorities in the fight against climate change. It is based on a voluntary commitment by signatories to meet and exceed the EU 20% CO2 reduction objective through increased energy efficiency and development of renewable energy sources. presentation brochure gives an overview of the origins, main actors, present context and growing importance of the initiative. It shows how cities and regions across Europe and beyond use sustainable energy planning to bring better living environments to their citizens.

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The Thematic Leaflet on Sustainable Energy Action Plans Sustainable Energy Action Plans A Sustainable Energy Action Plan (SEAP) is the key document in which the Covenant signatory outlines how it intends to reach its CO2 reduction target by 2020. It defines the activities and measures set up to achieve the targets, together with time frames and assigned responsibilities. Covenant signatories are free to choose the format of their SEAP, as long as it is in line with the general principles set out in the Covenant SEAP guidelines. offers insights into the SEAP SEAP A Sustainable Energy Action Plan (SEAP) is the key document in which the Covenant signatory outlines how it intends to reach its CO2 reduction target by 2020. It defines the activities and measures set up to achieve the targets, together with time frames and assigned responsibilities. Covenant signatories are free to choose the format of their SEAP, as long as it is in line with the general principles set out in the Covenant SEAP guidelines. development process as well as submission and assessment procedures. In addition, it provides readers with a series of inspiring examples from Covenant of Mayors Covenant of Mayors The Covenant of Mayors is the mainstream European movement involving local and regional authorities in the fight against climate change. It is based on a voluntary commitment by signatories to meet and exceed the EU 20% CO2 reduction objective through increased energy efficiency and development of renewable energy sources. Signatories Signatories Signatories represent cities, with different size from small villages to major metropolitan areas such as London or Paris, that have signed the Covenant of Mayors on a voluntary manner and are committed to implement sustainable energy policies to meet and exceed the EU 20% CO2 reduction objective through increased energy efficiency and development of renewable energy sources. .

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This Thematic Leaflet seeks to provide an overview of the different funding opportunities available to Covenant Signatories Signatories Signatories represent cities, with different size from small villages to major metropolitan areas such as London or Paris, that have signed the Covenant of Mayors on a voluntary manner and are committed to implement sustainable energy policies to meet and exceed the EU 20% CO2 reduction objective through increased energy efficiency and development of renewable energy sources. at the local, regional, national and European level.

Useful Resources


Covenant Coordinators Monitoring Report
This report provides an overview of the activities performed by Covenant Coordinators in the framework of the contract they have signed with the European Commission. The first section outlines the main results of the questionnaire. The second focuses on the key messages derived from the survey.
PDF 138.4 ko


Covenant Supporters Monitoring Report
This report presents the finding of the yearly questionnaire taken by Covenant Supporters, committed to reporting on their activities as part of their involvement in the initiative.
The document notably provides an overview of the Covenant Supporters’ actions and expectations for the future developments of the initiative.
PDF 479.4 ko in English


Our common fight against climate change: what can Europe offer to the neighbouring countries and cities for developing sustainable urban energy strategies ?
Interregional recommendations for ENP East and South countries on how to implement sustainable urban energy strategies with the help of European partners and support of the European Union.
PDF 3.7Mo


Tips for ENPI cities on how to develop a SEAP
Based on the experience of Polotsk, the first city in Belarus, and Salé, the first city in Morocco and in the South Mediterranean region to join the Covenant of Mayors, as well as Murcia (Spain) and Friedrichshafen (Germany), European signatories of the Covenant of Mayors.
PDF 3.4Mo


EU-China Mayors Charter
European and Chinese Mayors signed the EU-China Mayors Charter and agreed to join efforts in the field of sustainable urbanisation on the occasion of the first EU-China Mayors Forum held on 20 September 2012 in Brussels.
PDF 1Mo - English


Financing Energy Efficiency
"Financing energy efficiency: Forging the link between financing and project implementation" is a report from the Joint Research Centre of the European Commission by Silvia Rezessy and Paolo Bertoldi. May 2010
Filetype: PDF


COMBAT Project: SEAP development guidelines
In the framwork of the EU-supported COMBAT project, four Baltic capitals, Helsinki, Riga, Stockholm and Tallinn, produced a set of guidelines related to the development and implementation of Sustainable Energy Action Plans.
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