Regional Energy Agency of Pazardjik

Pazardjik, Bulgaria

The Regional Energy Agency of Pazardjik (REAP) was established in June 2005 as a non-profit association under the statutes of Bulgarian Law, and confirmed with the autonomy requirement of Intelligent Energy - Europe (IEE) guidelines. The main purpose of REAP is to encourage the development of sustainable energy through local and regional actions for energy efficiency and renewable energy sources. REAP is an association of municipalities from Pazardjik district, as well as private organizations and stakeholders operating in the field of EE and RES. The Agency offers support to local authorities in achieving their objectives and strategic planning for renewable energies, as well as development of a range of initiatives with other local, regional and foreign organizations. Main priorities of REAP are EE and RES projects identification and development; energy efficiency in buildings; development of sustainable energy communities; EE and RES in SMEs. A specific priority of REAP is the biomass use for energy purposes, defined by the big agricultural and forestry potential in the Pazardjik region.