[en] Countries in South East and Eastern Europe, South Caucasus and Central Asia have enormous potential for renewable energy and energy saving. This potential remains largely untapped due to multiple political, financial, technical and social barriers. Energy transition could help solve pressing energy security and health issues, boost economic growth and contribute to democratization and peace building in the region. Some latest developments and best practices in the region are promising. Targeted support of German, EU and international stakeholders could help the countries in the region foster their transition process to green economies.