While the effects of climate change are already being felt in many parts of the world,
societies are compelled to drastically rethink the way they produce and manage energy, to …

Cities represent unique spaces for climate mitigation where wide-ranging action to reduce
emissions meets ambition and collaboration. This research work distils climate neutrality …

To mitigate climate change while catering to the needs of a growing population, cities need
to find smarter ways to manage their resources, while reducing their greenhouse gas …

Cities play a critical role in delivering emission-free futures, yet the financial capacities,
together with the unprecedented estimated capital requirements represent substantial …

The world is currently facing a major environmental crisis, with rising global warming, sea
levels, droughts, and floods. This has particularly affected the poorest nations, leading to …

Rising energy costs expose the instability of our energy system and underline the urgency of
transitioning towards decentralized renewable energy provision. Many European countries …

Abstract Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) are becoming popular for managing energy supply in
urban environments with Distributed Energy Resources (DERs). However, decision-making …

Abstract The EU Mission on Climate Neutral and Smart Cities is an ambitious initiative
aiming to involve a wide range of stakeholders and deliver 100 climate-neutral and smart …

As Smart Cities development grows, deploying advanced technologies, such as the Internet
of Things (IoT), Cyber–Physical Systems, and particularly, Artificial Intelligence (AI) …

Effectively addressing climate change in line with the Paris Agreement and the EU Climate
Law requires the establishment of governance structures with the participation and …