Institutionalized Integrated Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plans

Introducing a systematic and participatory planning approach for viable plans and projects

2ISECAP aims to enhance, complement and integrate the approaches available in relation to sustainable energy and climate planning, i.e. Plan with the Society (participatory planning), Plan for the Society (create added value from energy projects), and Plan with Places (integrate various interest in an area based setting) with the concept Plan to be Implemented by the Society (utilize and activate local action and engagement) as an integral and distinct part of the SECAP development.

The 2ISECAP approach is based on utilizing the Living Lab (LL) concept to create the appropriate institutional environment to both study and advance a holistic (integrated and participatory) approach to energy planning. The LL concept is considered as an appropriate environment as it explicitly allows for an open, creative and relatively informal environment that invites participants to share and co-create knowledge, projects and future policies.

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Within the News Section we will continously keep you updated on the actual progress within the 2ISECAP project as well as related news on the European scene.

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1. December 2022

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2ISECAP Newsletter – December 2024

15. January 2025

n this newsletter, you can read about how the 2ISECAP project is advancing integrated energy and climate planning through Living Labs. The project’s evaluation highlights their potential for transparency, inclusivity, and efficiency, laying the groundwork for future policy adoption. Learn how six European municipalities are using Living Labs to develop SECAPs, promoting collaboration and innovation in the energy transition. Discover two key toolkits—one for Sustainable Spatial Planning and another for Local Energy Coalitions—designed to help cities integrate climate goals into governance and planning. These toolkits provide practical guidance for municipalities and stakeholders to drive local energy transitions.

Thun Living Lab results

9. December 2024

The Tartu Living Lab, established in 2022 and hosted by the Tartu City Government, is a dynamic platform aimed at facilitating sustainability and driving the circular economy in the Tartu region. With a vision of becoming a leader in circular economy practices in South Estonia by 2030, the lab brings together diverse stakeholders, including municipalities, universities, private enterprises, and community activists. A key milestone is the creation of the Tartu County Circular Economy Roadmap, which sets principles and actionable goals to reduce environmental impact, promote reuse and recycling, and advance climate neutrality.

Tartu Living Lab results

9. December 2024

Karditsa Living Lab results

7. December 2024

Leon Living Lab results

7. December 2024

Established in 2022, the León Living Lab serves as a participatory platform to tackle energy and climate challenges within the city. Hosted by the City Council of León and supported by ILRUV, the initiative fosters collaboration among public entities, private organizations, research institutions, and citizens. It enhances the implementation of León’s Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plan (SECAP) by promoting sustainable energy practices, circular economy concepts, and urban regeneration strategies.

Padova Living Lab results

6. December 2024

The Padova Living Lab serves as a dynamic platform for promoting sustainability and climate neutrality in Padova. Established as part of the European H2020 2ISECAP project, it integrates innovation and research in a partnership between public and private stakeholders. The lab emphasizes capacity building, knowledge exchange, and active collaboration to co-define measures within Padova’s Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plan (SECAP) and Climate City Contract.

This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No #8101033752.

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