In its work, the Islands Commission reminds that islands, due to their distance from mainland energy systems, have specific needs and vulnerabilities in terms of energy supply.  

It argues for the facilitation of measures and investments able to increase islands’ security of supply, tackle energy poverty and ensure their self-sufficiency.  

In particular, it strongly believes in and supports the potential for islands to be pioneers in the energy transition, through their commitment in the development of sustainable and renewable sources of energy, notably solar, wind, and marine energy. 

The Islands Commission also calls for the improvement and expansion of technical assistance and capacity building programmes that can support insular local and regional authorities to deliver sustainable energy investments.