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Energy Efficient CitiesJoint Action for the built environment
EUKN Annual Conference 2013Oradea, 6 - 7 November
European Urban Knowledge NetworkEUKN
European Urban Knowledge Network
Observations from yesterday
Energy efficiency is a driver for integrated sustainable development
Communication with citizens is key Start with their concerns, at neighbourhood level:
health, comfort, money Importance of context at all levels: there are no silver
bullet solutions: tailor made Importance of cooperation across sectors and
governmental levels
European Urban Knowledge Network
Observations from yesterday
Innovation in governance, technology and financial instruments
Technological solutions must be part of an integrated approach to address complex issues
Technology is not an end in itself Need to invest more in capacity building and skills Networking and knowledge exchange are key
Energy Efficient CitiesJoint Action for the built environment
EUKN Annual Conference 2013Oradea, 6 - 7 November
European Urban Knowledge Network