Multi-level governance as the key to effective climate action
Multi-level governance (MLG) is an essential element of modern, comprehensive policy-making and applies at every level: from local to European (and, of course, beyond Europe as well). It supports and strengthens many processes, particularly climate change mitigation and adaptation, as well as effectively addresses energy poverty or provides a coherent framework for a just transition. When considering the scale and scope of necessary solutions to a complex global problem such as climate change, effective multi-level governance can accelerate cost-effective and inclusive action.
How can companies better count their carbon footprint? - online workshop
On behalf of the Institute for Sustainable Development Foundation we would like to invite you to an expert meeting on the carbon footprint calculation, which will be held on-line on 24 November (Thursday) at 13.00. (The meeting, organised within the framework of the project ‘Better carbon footprint calculation as a tool for non-financial reporting and climate protection’, is aimed at presenting a report on research carried out by the Foundation on the calculation of greenhouse gas emissions in Polish companies.
Building capacity of public authorities towards meeting public building stock renovation challenges – CaPABle roundtable
Representatives of the public administration, the building renovation sector and the educational sector met on November 16, 2022 in Warsaw, Poland, within the CaPABle project (Building capacity of public authorities towards meeting public building stock renovation challenges). The roundtable meeting was aimed at boosting the exchange of views, experiences and practices of the participants, learning about the opinions and needs of both sides in the field of public building renovation and competence building in this area, as well as to create an opportunity for dialogue between representatives of local governments and experts in the construction industry.
Municipal energy management and energy transition - innovation or necessity? - conference in Bydgoszcz
A conference entitled ''Municipal energy management and energy transition - innovation or necessity?'', organised by the City of Bydgoszcz, the Bydgoszcz Metropolis Association and the Association of Municipalities Polish Network ''Energie Cités'', took place on 8 November this year at the Rothera Mills in Bydgoszcz, attracting almost 90 participants. The event, inaugurated by the Mayor of Bydgoszcz, Mr Rafał Bruski, was attended by representatives of local authorities, associations, the world of science and business. During the event, participants listened to very interesting presentations by experts. Among the speakers were: Mr Andrzej Porawski, Director of the Association of Polish Cities, Mr Paweł Machalski, President of the Forum for Renewable Energy Development FREO, Mr Paweł Mzyk, Deputy Director of the National Centre for Balancing and Emissions Management, Mr Romuald Meyer, Managing Director of the Pomeranian Consulting Group and Ms Zuzanna Sasiak, representative of the Polish Green Network.
A safe winter for everyone
The current geopolitical situation is challenging the European energy system and its consequences are hitting European citizens hard. Rising energy prices are significantly increasing the pressure on the most vulnerable and exacerbating the situation of energy poverty.
EU measures such as the Fit for 55 package and the REPowerEU plan set out a long-term path for Europe to become independent from Russian supplies by 2030 and climate neutral by 2050. However, emergency and short-term measures need to be taken to address the immediate consequences of this crisis, the most important of which is rising energy prices. Alongside the ‘Save gas for a safe winter’ plan proposed by the Commission to reduce gas consumption, local governments are taking further action, helping vulnerable consumers to combat rising energy prices by introducing emergency measures and practical solutions for their residents.
Building capacity of public authorities towards meeting public building stock renovation challenges - CaPABle project meeting
In Ljubljana, the Slovenian capital, on 12-13 October, CaPABle project partners from Poland, Italy, Slovenia and Greece discussed the next steps in the process of preparing an international manual and denveloping the programme for building local authority competence in renovation of public buildings. The agenda of the meeting included also the exchange of good practices regarding innovative financing of such activities, the preparation of interviews with representatives of the construction sector and public administration in each partner country, and the planning of effective communication and promotion of the project's achievements and results.
“Municipal energy management and energy transition - innovation or necessity?” - conference in Bydgoszcz
We warmly invite representatives of cities and municipalities to participate in a conference on energy transition and energy management in the municipality, organised jointly by the City of Bydgoszcz and the Association of Municipalities Polish Network ‘Energie Cites’, which will be held at the Rothera Mills in Bydgoszcz on 8 November 2022.
Aimed at local authorities, the conference will focus on the role of municipalities in the energy transition, especially the goals and challenges they face in the face of the new geopolitical situation and rising energy prices. A discussion on the energy market situation and its impact on local government budgets is also planned during the event.
Exchange of experience with the Region of Crete
At the end of September (28-29.09.2022) representatives of PNEC took part in the exchange of experience with the Region of Crete. The exchange was organised within the REBUS project and focused on the current challenges related with the energy renovation of public buildings and possible solutions. The topics discussed included response to the COVID-19 pandemics and adequate adaptation of planned energy efficiency measures, as well as available funding schemes supporting buildings’ renovation, with the specific focus on regional operational programmes. An important topic mentioned was also the establishment of energy communities and engaging building users in local energy transition.
Supporting citizens in the rational use of energy
Saving energy is an area with unused potential. Such a belief is becoming more and more common, especially taking into consideration the crisis on the energy price market. Changing consumer behavior is therefore key to improving energy efficiency in buildings and contributes to rationalizing energy consumption and reducing costs.
Actions aimed at reducing energy consumption and supporting households in introducing positive changes in their homes are an increasingly common practice used by local governments. More and more people “have a very conscious and responsible approach to climate-related issues, including the reduction of energy consumption” (from the letter of the president of Bielsko-Biała to the residents). In order to meet local needs, various initiatives are undertaken related to energy consulting, facilitating access to subsidies, building awareness and good habits, and consequently reducing energy poverty.
Report on the workshop on the impact of the COVID pandemic on the energy situation of buildings and healthy and sustainable construction
Report on the workshop on the impact of the COVID pandemic on the energy situation of buildings and healthy and sustainable construction
An online format workshop on the impact of the COVID pandemic on the energy situation of public buildings and healthy and sustainable construction was held on September 23, 2022.
