At a time when Europe’s competitiveness and strategic autonomy are under pressure, research and innovation stand out as a decisive asset and comes to the forefront as a key driver of resilience and long-term leadership. In this context, a clear, shared reference framework is essential. Our vision, mission and beliefs define how we, as EERA, act as one collective voice for Europe’s energy research community. Together, we bring researchers, institutions, and disciplines into a shared framework that strengthens collaboration across Europe, informs evidence-based policymaking, advances innovation, and supports the clean energy transition ✅