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An efficient green transition requires that we analysis the needs and gaps - And that we bring people together across sectors and whole supply chain to solve these! Yesterday our Head of Department Rasmus Aabye Olsen was invited to Aarhus to present and discuss a piece of great work that our team (Carolina Escudero Concha, Lisa Calearo, Marco Saretta Søren Møller Thomsen, Henrik Wolgast etc.) has done for Business Region Aarhus. We carried out a study about if the grid in the region will be stretched due to the electrification of transport, heat and industry, as well as the rapid expansion of solar PV capacity in the area. The meeting shows how far ahead Aarhus Kommune is in getting stakeholders together in discussing these challenges and in this time people from both #EnerginetEnerginet, #Kredsloeb, #Konstant and #DinEl as well as #AarhusKommune - Klima og Energy. Only by getting the right people together can we facilitate the huge turnaround that our energy systems have to go through over the next few years. Please find the report here https://lnkd.in/d4YRWkhY. Some of the points relates to the fact that DSOs and TSOs are not allowed to invest enough upfront of all anticipated power needs. This will delay electrification and decarbonisation of our society.

Solarimo Constructs 808 kW Photovoltaic Systems in Berlin’s Havelufer Quartier Solarimo, a subsidiary of the French energy group Engie, is installing photovoltaic systems with a total capacity of 808 kilowatts in the Spandau district of Berlin. These systems, part of a project developed by Patrizia and Kauri CAB Berlin, will integrate existing installations and prominently feature on listed buildings. The development, named “Havelufer Quartier,” spans 95,000 square meters and will include 1,700 apartments, both newly constructed and renovated. The project aims to create a “campus-like mix of living, housing, and working with regional appeal,” with a focus on rental properties rather than ownership. Despite its appeal to affluent tenants, the […] Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/d2kSg__A #solarenergy #alternativeenergy #solarpv #pvsolar #photovoltaic #cleanenergy #cleantech #climatechange #middleeast #africa #india #asiapacific #asia #engie #europe #france #photovoltaicsystem #solarimo #sustainable

🚦On 10 October, the consortium partners of #ENABLEDHC reunited for the project's kick-off meeting 🎉 Ambiente Italia S.r.l. hosted the meeting at its office in Milan 🍝. This was the first opportunity for the partners to come together and discuss the project in detail and plan how the activities will be carried out. The consortium consists of 12 partners from 9 different #European countries 🌍 EnableDHC is a #LIFEprogramme project 🌱 that aims to promote the transition of #districtheating and #cooling networks towards efficient DHC, as defined in the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED). The project includes 9 case studies of investment plans in 7 different countries - Austria, Croatia, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Slovenia and Ukraine. These plans will be developed in close cooperation with #DHCutilities, focusing on: 🌐#Digitalisation  📊Assessment of investment risks  🔄#Sectorcoupling Read about the kick-off meeting here 👉 https://bit.ly/4hc84JW Learn more about the project here ⏩ https://bit.ly/EnableDHC AEE INTEC | AGFW | Der Energieeffizienzverband für Wärme, Kälte und KWK e.V. | AIT Austrian Institute of Technology | City Institute Lviv | Euroheat & Power | Envirodual d.o.o. | Irish District Energy Association | #Energo | OPTIT S.r.l. | #RigaEnergyAgency | WIP Renewable Energies

Solar-powered Healthcare| ☀ 🔋 🏥 The Blue Hills, Bottle Creek and Middle Caicos healthcare clinics are now equipped with solar PV systems that reduce their carbon footprint and promote sustainability and energy efficiency. The clinics are also outfitted with battery systems that store solar power for nighttime use or use during overcast weather.  The ‘Transitioning Towards Green Energy in the Turks and Caicos Islands’ project contributes to the strengthened capacity of the TCI for sustainable energy transition. Turks and Caicos Islands Government #SustainableEnergy #SolarPower #TCI   - Expertise France European Commission

📖 Thank you to European Energy Innovation Magazine for featuring our article! At EuroACE, we're dedicated to driving energy efficiency forward. Here are the key insights from our piece and other insightful articles in the latest issue:   ➡ EuroACE Article: Adrian Joyce, our Secretary General, underscores the pivotal role of efficient buildings in shaping a sustainable future. The energy efficient buildings industry is at the forefront of a green revolution in Europe. Its commitment to sustainability, job creation, and economic growth makes it a driving force for positive change.   ➡ European Heat Pump Association Article: Jozefien Vanbecelaere, Head of EU Affairs, highlights collaborative efforts to tackle industry barriers. EHPA, alongside the European Climate Foundation and 20 others, produced a report for the Commission’s Heat Pump Action Plan, now delayed. Vanbecelaere highlights that Europe urgently requires a strong heat pump market for decarbonisation and job creation and that we must get back on track.   ➡ European Environmental Bureau Article: David Sabbadin and Alberto Vela emphasize the crucial role of efficiency in achieving decarbonisation goals. From cost savings to improved air quality, the benefits are substantial. Ministries and local governments must be supported in meeting efficiency and renewable targets, and tools like REFEREE can be useful in quantifying impacts.   ➡ EUSEW Young Energy Ambassadors Article: Alba Forns and Kristina Lyubomirova highlight the need for increased climate financing to meet Paris targets. Overcoming obstacles like political deadlock requires stakeholder alignment and increased cooperation. Collaborative work is needed to bridge gaps and strengthen global trust.   ➡ Housing Europe article: Sorcha Edwards, Secretary General, talks about the importance of implementing decarbonisation strategies that take account of regional differences across Europe. Housing Europe’s European Affordable Housing Consortium, SHAPE-EU provides a blueprint for a socially-inclusive Renovation Wave and aims to develop solutions for positive social change. Echoed throughout her article is the central role of community and inclusion.   🌐 The future of energy innovation depends on collaboration and commitment. We must continue driving positive change for a sustainable and resilient energy future! #energyefficiency #efficientbuildings

Energyear Chile is taking place on 5th-6th March in Santiago de Chile, and we'll be there! We are sponsors and will take part in a panel, so if you'd like to grab a coffee with us or have a short meeting to chat about the solar market, do not hesitate to book it by submitting the form on this page. Here’re all the details of the panel to note down it in your agendas: 👤 Who: DIEGO LÒPEZ 🗓 When: Tuesday, March 5 at 15:20h ✅ Topic: Optimizando el ciclo de vida de proyectos sostenibles: diseño, construcción y O&M para maximizar la rentabilidad. We cannot wait to meet you there!

The ENERGATE platform brings financial solutions for municipalities and beyond! The 2nd Regional Workshop which took place in Riga, Latvia, allowed to understand the challenge of renovating multi-apartment buildings. ENERGATE Project supports these efforts by simplifying access to financing solutions, overcoming regulatory barriers, and promoting renewable energy investments. The platform is developed to help connect not only municipalities but other stakeholders with financial resources, aiding informed decisions through detailed cost and payback insights. By reducing administrative complexity, ENERGATE facilitates effective project consolidation and expansion across Europe. This factsheet sums up the most important points which emerged during the workshop.  See the details here: https://lnkd.in/epxxCNmn Find here the insights from the workshop and the survey conducted during it: https://lnkd.in/ej_d_yHU #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #GreenFinance #LIFEAmplifier #LIFEProgramme #ENERGATEplatform LIFE Programme, CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency, ENPOWER, FlexiWatt, EnerSave Capital Sarl, Commuty, Riga Planning Region, Sustainable City, GREENESCO ENERGY SA, Enerbrain, REHVA, Global Green Growth Institute, DSS Lab, EPU-NTUA, LDK Consultants

🌞 **The Solar Village: A Blueprint for Energy-Positive Communities** 🌱 Did you know that in Freiburg, Germany, a community called **Solarsiedlung** produces **4x more energy** than it consumes? This innovative neighborhood began with the **Sonnenschiff** ("solar ship") in 2004 and has since expanded into 60 residential buildings, all powered by positive-energy systems. Freiburg, known as Germany’s eco-capital, also hosts Europe’s largest solar research center, making it a hub for sustainable innovation. https://lnkd.in/eDHtFzQS 🚀 Could this be the future of urban living? #RenewableEnergy #SolarPower #SustainableLiving #GreenCities #Innovation

🌞 Switzerland is paving the way for a greener future with solar panels on railway tracks. 🚆 This innovative initiative by Sun-Ways, in collaboration with EPFL, introduces a removable system for solar panels, revolutionizing the integration of renewable energy into transportation infrastructure. By rolling out solar panels "like carpet" along railway tracks, Sun-Ways is not only harnessing solar energy but also addressing the need for easier maintenance of railway lines. With ambitions to scale this technology across Switzerland's extensive railway network, Sun-Ways aims to contribute significantly to the country's renewable energy goals. And the potential doesn't stop there – extending into neighboring countries like Germany, Austria, and Italy could further amplify the impact of this eco-innovation. While challenges such as micro-cracks and weather conditions are being addressed, this project exemplifies the power of innovation in driving positive change and underscores the importance of sustainable solutions in tackling the climate crisis. #sustainableinfrastructure #renewableenergy #innovation #solarpower #climateaction #railwayindustry #railsponsible 🇨🇭🌍

Join us for the workshop “𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗰𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀” which will take place on 🗓️ 2 October | ⏰ 14:00-15:30 CEST. 🇩🇰 The workshop will take place under the 10th European Conference on Sustainable Cities & Towns (ESCT) will take place on 1-3 October in Aalborg, Denmark. 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Europe must transition towards #sustainableenergy production and sharply increase the share of renewables in the energy mix to deliver on the Paris Agreement. Ambitious policies have been proposed, including the EU Rooftop Strategy, requiring PVs on all new public and commercial buildings by 2026. But what happens to PV panels when their lifespan is over? At the same time, energy storage is critical to make renewable energy reliable for large scale deployment, and storage capacity needs to triple by 2030 and increase tenfold by 2050. But how do we secure a sustainable and just value chain of the materials needed to build them? ♻️ #Circular strategies address both ends of the value chain: materials needed to produce these technologies as well as the #waste that is produced. 🙌 Explore the crossroads between renewable energy and a #circulareconomy and discuss the strategies cities are employing to facilitate this transition. Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/einq5BSp uYilo Electric Mobility Programme | Smart Innovation Norway | UN Environment Programme | Basic Internet Foundation | ICLEI | ICLEI Europe | ICLEI Africa | WE!Hub Victoria Limited | Cenex Nederland | AKENTEN APPIAH-MENKA UNIVERSITY OF SKILLS TRAINING AND ENTREPRENEURIAL DEVELOPMENT(AAMUSTED_GH) | ELICO Foundation | UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) | Siemens Stiftung | Metanogenia | AAU CREATE Department of Architecture, Design & Media Technology | NUST Namibia | TECNALIA Research & Innovation | University of Rwanda | F6S Innovation | Leitat Technological Center | SEI Africa – Stockholm Environment Institute | RISE Research Institutes of Sweden | Wuppertal Institute for Climate, Environment and Energy