The aim of SMARTrenew is to transfer renewable energy and smart storage solutions to dispersed regions of the NPA. Transnational knowledge transfer will be demand led, supported by the quadruple helix approach (academia, business, public authority, citizens), and impact will be maximised by focusing on implementation and smart energy awareness building in communities.
Common territorial challenges to be addressed by SMARTrenew include:
- The high cost of fossil fuel dominated energy and heat supplies
- Low population densities
- Poor grid infrastructure in remote areas
- Low uptake in smart renewable technology resulting in energy poverty
- Lack of energy security
- Cold climates
To address the challenges the project will deliver transnational knowledge and expertise from the partner regions into each of these communities, to increase awareness, and implement solutions with an innovative renewable mix combined with smart energy storage.