Hersonissos
Addressing energy poverty and natural cooling systems
THE CONTEXT
Aiming to reduce energy consumption, the Municipality of Hersonissos is implementing measures to promote new technologies, and bioclimatic buildings, and raise awareness on environmental issues such as reducing carbon footprint in the tourism sector.
INTERVENTION AREA
Located in the outskirts of Hersonissos, the area includes buildings lacking thermal insulation and surrounding public spaces frequented by vulnerable groups.
TARGET GROUPS
Human target groups: economically disadvantaged people, kids and youngsters.
Non-human target groups: nesting birds’ population.
PLANS
Through engaging the local population, the pilot aims to integrate vegetation to reduce the heat island effect and provide a multifunctional environment. Another Nature-based Solution, a green wall could also be implemented to provide better energy efficiency to the low-quality public buildings located in the area.
PARTNERS
Pilot coordinated by the Municipality of Hersonissos, URBANA and FORTH.