Empowering Climate Action: Insights from the Innovative Design Thinking Workshop
Workshops on "effective communication and social participation in climate actions using the Design Thinking method" were held remotely in response to the need to implement innovative climate actions. During the workshops, the Design Thinking method was used to provide participants with the necessary skills and tools to conduct local climate initiatives. The event was carried out in cooperation with the Social Innovation Workshop Foundation.
Invitation to the last Ready4NetZero webinar: Urban energy planning and the challenge of energy poverty
Ready4NetZero consortium are inviting all interested in urban energy planning topic to the webinar #6, "Urban energy planning and the challenge of energy poverty", which will be held on March 12, 2024 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Get ready to participate in an inspiring event that will showcase the remarkable efforts of Bydgoszcz municipality towards achieving energy self-sufficiency. The upcoming webinar is all set to unveil the city's incredible accomplishments in energy production and efficiency.
Climate neutrality awareness, the key to society involvement in a sustainable future - highlights from Ready4NetZero webinar #5
On 20 February 2024, The Romanian Network of Energy Cities / OER organized a webinar focused on efficient communication to involve the local communities in the common effort for climate action. More than 50 participants were present and engaged in the topic of this event, a part of the Ready4NetZero project.
Niepołomice against energy poverty
Niepołomice has been supporting its residents in the sustainable use of energy for many years, including through programs that finance solar installations on private buildings. In 2023, the municipality launched a Technical Support Program called "Energy cooperatives as an answer to the problem of energy poverty in Niepołomice." As part of this cooperation, work is being carried out in Niepolomice to ensure a just energy transition and combat energy poverty among residents.
Climate Neutrality? Awareness, the key to society involvement in a sustainable future - invitation to 5th Ready4NetZero webinar
Ready4NetZero consortium are inviting all interested in creating sustainable future with citizen engagement to join our next webinar "Climate Neutrality? Awareness, the key to society involvement in a sustainable future" on February 20, 2024 at 10:00 am. Let's embark on a journey towards a brighter, more sustainable future by facing the challenges that lie ahead in achieving climate neutrality awareness. With determination and innovation, we can pave the way for a greener tomorrow, igniting positive change for generations to come.
Energy revolution in Rhein-Hunsrück-Kreis - highlitghts from Ready4NetZero webinar #4
Nearly 60 participants were interested in the fourth webinar, organized as part of the Ready4NetZero project, on 30 January 2024. They were able to learn more about the path of the Rhein-Hunsrück-Kreis region, which has become a benchmark for climate protection and energy innovation.
How to support energy-sensitive consumers? - A summary of the EnergyMeasures project
On January 17, 2024, the closing event of the EnergyMeasures: Supporting Households at Risk of Energy Poverty project was held in Brussels, summarizing more than 3 years of the consortium's work to improve the energy efficiency of households at risk of energy poverty by raising residents' energy awareness, changing their habits and applying low-cost energy saving measures. The event was an opportunity to summarize the project's activities and results, which were presented by coordinator Dr. Niall Dunphy of University College Cork. After this introduction, the assembled participants had the opportunity to watch a documentary film, which was produced during the project and allows one to approach the implementation of the tasks from the point of view of sensitive audiences in the involved regions, as well as the most important insights of the experts:
Innovative Energy Systems and Economic Growth: The Rhein-Hunsrück-Kreis Model - invitation to 4th Ready4NetZero webinar
Ready4NetZero consortium are inviting all interested in sustainable growth topic to the webinar #4 “Innovative Energy Systems and Economic Growth: The Rhein-Hunsrück-Kreis Model”.
Engaging Citizens for Climate Neutrality - highlitghts from Ready4NetZero webinar #3
On January 9th, 2024, the third Ready4NetZero webinar hosted a discussion with climate action community engagement experts, which was attended by nearly 70 participants. During the webseminar moderated by Linda Mederake from Ecologic Institute gGmbH, the importance of the Ready4NetZero project was highlighted. The project aims to develop a Guide to Developing Local Climate Neutral Strategies, which includes case studies, key elements, measures, and strategies related to climate neutrality. The webseminar featured three guests from the German municipalities of Osnabrück, Ahrweiler, and Kempten, who shared their success stories of engaging citizens in the journey toward a low-emission future.
Navigating Challenges in Citizen Participation for Climate Neutrality - invitation to 3nd webinar in series
Ready4NetZero consortium are inviting all interested in citizen participation topic to the webinar #3 “Navigating Challenges in Citizen Participation for Climate Neutrality". On the way to climate neutrality, the role of citizen involvement and participatory planning is crucial for a variety of reasons such as ensuring transparency in decision-making, governance openness and ownership over the decisions given to the public. Engaging the community in climate action helps building trust, inclusivity and accountability in the pursuit of net zero solutions. Yet, many municipalities struggle with realizing citizen involvement and participatory planning, as well as with meeting expectations for integrating public feedback into strategies and measures.
