DigiTwins4PEDs

Both citizens and authorities play a crucial role in the successful implementation of PEDs. However, public participation often falls short in facilitating interactive knowledge production in the context of energy flexibilisation and PEDs. To close this gap, DigiTwins4PEDs project will use innovative public participation process and further develop energy simulation tools. These tools could address issues such as energy flexibility strategies, including demand-side management, sector coupling, and storage options, among others. To support the public participation process, the DigiTwins4PED project will conduct tests in Stuttgart, Vienna, Rotterdam, and Wroclaw using Urban Digital Twins (UDTs), which provides a unified visual interface of integrated information. The project aims to develop advanced geospatial applications to address technical, social, and economic aspects required to establish PEDs. It will also help to visualise the transformative potential of neighbourhoods as PEDs and understand their socio-economic impacts at both community and national levels.