Energy Efficient Cities Joint Action for the built environment EUKN Annual Conference 2013 Oradea, November European Urban Knowledge Network EUKN

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 Cities Joint Action for the built environment EUKN Annual Conference 2013 Oradea, November European Urban Knowledge Network