| D1P001: Name of the project |
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D1P001: Name of the project
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Cascais Smart Pole
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| D1P002: Project assigned code |
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D1P002: Project assigned code
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01_Call#4_CascaisSmartPolebyNovaSBE
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| D1P003: Start date |
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D1P003: Start date
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04/20
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| D1P004: End date |
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D1P004: End date
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04/24
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| D1P005: Ongoing project |
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D1P005: Ongoing project
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No
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| D1P006: Funding programme/financing model |
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Other
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D1P006: Other
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EEA GRANT 01_Call#4_CascaisSmartPolebyNOVASBE
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| D1P008: Description of project objectives/concepts |
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D1P008: Description of project objectives/concepts
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The Cascais Smart Pole (CSP) Project aimed to create a living lab to test and implement innovative solutions, some of which aligned with the Positive Energy District (PED) concept. The project combined technical, social, economic, political, and environmental objectives to address climate challenges, improve urban sustainability, and foster community engagement. Technically, CSP focused on renewable energy generation, energy efficiency improvements, and the deployment of smart systems like carbon footprint calculators and energy monitoring tools.
Socially, the project prioritized citizen engagement through workshops and educational campaigns to encourage behavioral change and public participation. Most importantly, it laid the groundwork for the creation of Renewable Energy Communities (RECs), marking the starting point for this follow-up phase of the project. Economically, CSP sought to reduce energy costs, promote circular economy models, and leverage financial incentives for sustainable solutions. Politically, it aligned with Cascais' 2050 Carbon Neutrality Roadmap and national decarbonization strategies. Environmentally, CSP prioritized reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving air quality, and integrating nature-based solutions.
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| D1P009: Description of project upscaling strategies/potential |
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D1P009: Description of project upscaling strategies/potential
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The CSP Project adopts a living lab methodology to test, validate, and refine innovative solutions that can be scaled, replicated, and adapted to various contexts. By integrating technical solutions like energy monitoring systems, Renewable Energy Communities (RECs), and smart mobility tools, CSP provides a flexible framework for addressing diverse urban challenges.
The methodology consists of community co-creation (citizen and stakeholder engagement in design, implementation, and feedback processes to ensure adaptability and social acceptance); pilot testing (using Cascais as a real-world laboratory to gather insights under specific social, geographical, and economic conditions); scalability and replication (developing flexible and adaptable models like Renewable Energy Communities (RECs), replicable technical tools such as carbon footprint calculators, mobility information hubs, energy monitoring systems, smart irrigation systems for efficient water use, and circular strategies for waste management like biodiesel production and composting); knowledge sharing (workshops, reports, and digital tools to enhance transparency and encourage replication in other regions); and policy and stakeholder alignment (integrating solutions with local, national, and European policies while fostering public-private collaborations for broader adaptation).
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| D1P010: Number of PED case studies in the project |
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D1P010: Number of PED case studies in the project
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0
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| D1P012: Description of project expected impact |
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D1P012: Description of project expected impact
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- The CSP Project generates impact by advancing decarbonization goals through Renewable Energy Communities (RECs) and energy efficiency measures, reducing GHG emissions and aligning with Cascais’ 2050 Carbon Neutrality Roadmap. It fosters behavioral change and community empowerment through educational campaigns and participatory initiatives, enabling long-term engagement in sustainability. Circular economy models, such as biodiesel production and smart irrigation systems, improve resource efficiency and reduce environmental pressures. CSP creates a replicable blueprint for scalable urban solutions, positioning Cascais as a leader in sustainable and innovative urban development.
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| D1P013: Standardization efforts |
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D1P013: Standardization efforts
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The CSP Project engaged in a standardization process by defining key indicators, targets, and thresholds to achieve its sustainability objectives and measure progress effectively. Examples include monitoring indoor air quality, with CO2 levels capped at 800 ppm as a threshold for acceptable conditions, and setting waste reduction targets through the Pay-as-You-Throw (PAYT) system, which incentivized recycling and reduced waste. In energy and water efficiency, Renewable Energy Community(REC) which is planned at the site should provided measurable improvements in local energy production and consumption and be replicable in other contexts, while smart irrigation systems contributed to water conservation by tracking and optimizing daily usage. These metrics were integrated into digital tools like carbon footprint calculators and energy monitoring platforms, enabling real-time measurement, testing, and examination of outcomes. The project adopted a systematic approach to standardization by ensuring that the procedures for measurement and evaluation were adaptable and iterative.
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| D1P014: Sources |
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D1P014: Sources
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- https://cascaissmartpole.pt/
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| D1P015: Can you specify a suitable contact person regarding the load-management approach within your PED project? |
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Name
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Mariana Sardinha
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Email
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mariana.sardinha@get2c.com
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| D1P016: Would you be willing to share data from your PED project for research purposes? |
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D1P016: Would you be willing to share data from your PED project for research purposes?
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Yes
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