The Hague, The Netherlands – The Intelligent Energy Executive Agency has launched a call for proposals for the "Intelligent Energy — Europe" 2006 work programme. The indicative total amount available for this call is 48.1 million euros. Of this amount, about 4 million euros will be for new local and regional energy management agencies. The amount granted will be up to 50% of the total eligible costs. Organisations from EU Member States, Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein can apply.

The multi-annual programme "Intelligent Energy – Europe" (2003-2006) is intended to support the European Union’s policies in the field of energy. Its aim is to support sustainable development in the energy sector. Sustainability in this context means maintaining the balance between general objectives of security of energy supply, competitiveness, and environmental protection.