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Solar cells on roads, a new direction for Europe's energy transition
In partnership with the European Commission
Sound barriers on motorways are being equipped with solar cells generating energy for local households. Discover the European project 'Rolling Solar' promoting the use of roads in the energy transition.
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The city giving digital currency in exchange for saving energy
In partnership with the European Commission
In this episode, Smart Regions looks at a transformational European project saving huge amounts of energy. It's led to several buildings in a district of the Catalan city of Viladecans being renovated. Residents play an active role in managing energy. They also have their own digital currency.
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COP26: Global business leaders want tangible concrete objectives to combat climate change
In partnership with Media City
The world’s largest businesses will meet with politicians and activists at the end of October in what’s being called a last chance to deal with the climate change crisis.
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Eco-tourism in Georgia, a boost for the economy and for the environment
In partnership with Batumi Georgia
Georgia's Colchic rainforests and wetlands have just been recognised by UNESCO and added to its World Heritage List. The country is now looking to further protect the unique biodiversity of this area whilst boosting the economy with eco-tourism.